Hi, I'm Alex Musyoka, a results-oriented Software Engineer with over five years of experience in full-stack development. I specialize in building scalable, high-performance applications, particularly within the FinTech sector. I enjoy leading teams and architecting robust systems that deliver high-quality software solutions. I have hands-on experience with various programming languages and cloud platforms, and I thrive in agile environments where I can collaborate and contribute to innovative projects. I'm excited to leverage my skills in system design and optimization to create impactful software.

Alex Musyoka

Hi, I'm Alex Musyoka, a results-oriented Software Engineer with over five years of experience in full-stack development. I specialize in building scalable, high-performance applications, particularly within the FinTech sector. I enjoy leading teams and architecting robust systems that deliver high-quality software solutions. I have hands-on experience with various programming languages and cloud platforms, and I thrive in agile environments where I can collaborate and contribute to innovative projects. I'm excited to leverage my skills in system design and optimization to create impactful software.

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Hi, I’m Alex Musyoka, a results-oriented Software Engineer with over five years of experience in full-stack development. I specialize in building scalable, high-performance applications, particularly within the FinTech sector. I enjoy leading teams and architecting robust systems that deliver high-quality software solutions.

I have hands-on experience with various programming languages and cloud platforms, and I thrive in agile environments where I can collaborate and contribute to innovative projects. I’m excited to leverage my skills in system design and optimization to create impactful software.

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Language

English
Fluent
Swahili
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Work Experience

Senior Software Engineer at Network International
July 1, 2024 - Present
Actively contribute to code quality improvement through rigorous code reviews and constructive feedback. Engineered and maintained the core payment processing system for the Jazapay utility payment platform (Web, USSD, SMS), handling transactions for airtime, electricity, and TV subscriptions. Developed and maintained key features for a web-based DME management platform, utilizing C#, .NET, ReactJS, Azure, and PostgreSQL. Optimized patient order search functionality, achieving a 25% improvement in search performance. Implemented over 20 bug fixes and several minor feature enhancements, significantly improving application stability and usability. Contributed to core platform modules including inventory management, task management, and appointment scheduling. Leveraged Azure services (IaaS, Database Hosting, Serverless Computing) for scalable infrastructure deployment. Actively participated in a remote Scrum team, consistently delivering features within sprint timelines. Enhanced code qu
Tech Lead at Advanta Africa
December 31, 2023 - July 17, 2025
Led the architecture, development, and optimization of high-throughput SMS platforms using Golang, handling message volumes exceeding 10 million per day with low latency. Managed and mentored a team of 6 IT professionals, overseeing messaging infrastructure, ensuring system reliability, and fostering technical growth. Implemented a robust messaging infrastructure using RabbitMQ for efficient message queuing, routing, and delivery, enhancing system performance and scalability. Developed and executed IT strategies that improved operational efficiency by ensuring stringent security protocols for systems and client data protection across large-scale messaging services. Provided hands-on development contributions to critical SMS platform features and improvements.
Software Developer - Jazapay at Advanta Africa
June 30, 2021 - July 17, 2025
Optimized payment processing algorithms, reducing average transaction times and minimizing failure rates. Integrated new payment channels including M-Pesa API, Cellulant, and Pesalink, significantly expanding customer payment options and platform reach. Implemented robust security measures adhering to industry standards to protect sensitive customer financial data. Collaborated with product and design teams to develop and launch new payment features, enhancing user experience.
Senior Software Engineer - Contract at Medbill
June 30, 2024 - July 17, 2025
Contributed to software development projects with a focus on optimizing payment processing algorithms, enhancing system security, and integrating third-party payment channels. Worked remotely to deliver solutions adhering to high standards of code quality and stability.
Senior Software Engineer at Network International
July 1, 2024 - Present
Actively contributed to code quality improvement through rigorous code reviews and constructive feedback. Engineered and maintained the core payment processing system for the Jazapay utility payment platform (Web, USSD, SMS), handling transactions for airtime, electricity, and TV subscriptions. Developed and maintained key features for a web-based DME management platform using C#, .NET, ReactJS, Azure, and PostgreSQL. Optimized patient order search functionality, achieving a 25% improvement in search performance. Implemented bug fixes and feature enhancements to improve stability and usability. Contributed to core platform modules including inventory management, task management, and appointment scheduling. Leveraged Azure services for scalable infrastructure deployment. Participated actively in a remote Scrum team and enhanced team collaboration through code reviews and knowledge sharing.
Tech Lead at Advanta Africa
December 31, 2023 - July 31, 2025
Led the architecture, development, and optimization of high-throughput SMS platforms using Golang, handling message volumes exceeding 10 million per day with low latency. Managed and mentored a team of 6 IT professionals, overseeing messaging infrastructure, ensuring system reliability, and fostering technical growth. Implemented messaging infrastructure using RabbitMQ to enhance system performance and scalability. Developed and executed IT strategies that improved operational efficiency. Ensured stringent security protocols for systems and client data protection across large-scale messaging services. Provided hands-on development contributions to critical SMS platform features and improvements.
Software Developer - Jazapay at Advanta Africa
June 30, 2021 - July 31, 2025
Optimized payment processing algorithms, reducing average transaction times and minimizing failure rates. Integrated new payment channels (M-Pesa API, Cellulant, and Pesalink), significantly expanding customer payment options and platform reach. Implemented robust security measures adhering to industry standards to protect sensitive customer financial data. Collaborated with product and design teams to develop and launch new payment features, enhancing user experience.
Senior Software Engineer - Contract at Medbill
June 30, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Contributed to optimization and development of payment processing systems. Specific achievements included improving algorithms to reduce transaction times and failure rates. The role involved collaboration across teams to implement secure and scalable solutions.

Education

Bachelor of Science at Kibabii University
September 1, 2014 - November 30, 2019
Bachelor of Science at Kibabii University
September 1, 2014 - November 30, 2019

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Industry Experience

Financial Services, Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Healthcare

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