I am a Nairobi-based technology professional with over five years of experience in designing and building robust digital solutions across HealthTech, FinTech, and E-Commerce.

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I am a Nairobi-based technology professional with over five years of experience in designing and building robust digital solutions across HealthTech, FinTech, and E-Commerce. I specialize in secure and scalable system architecture using modern JavaScript frameworks, cloud infrastructure, and blockchain technologies. As an AWS Certified Solutions Architect, I combine technical expertise with a practical understanding of user needs and business goals to deliver impactful, end-to-end digital systems.

I have a strong track record of improving system performance, ensuring compliance in sensitive sectors, and maintaining high client satisfaction and retention. I am passionate about leveraging technology to solve real-world problems and continuously expanding my expertise in emerging technologies.

  • 2 years' experience
  • Joined June 2025

Industry experience

  • Software & Internet
  • Healthcare
  • Financial Services
  • Retail
  • Travel & Hospitality

Work experience· 4 roles

Freelance Blockchain Developer - Solana Trading Systems Architect · Upwork FreelancerJan 2024 – Jun 2024 · 6 mos

Developed a low-latency trading bot with a 0.4-second execution time using the Raydium API. Reduced failed transactions by 65% through a dynamic slippage adjustment algorithm. Implemented secure multi-signature wallets for high-value asset protection. Built a Telegram integration system for delivering over 1,200 trading alerts daily. Created a comprehensive backtesting tool using four years of historical market data.

Lead Full Stack Architect · Mezza Foods LimitedJan 2024 – Jun 2024 · 6 mos

Designed and implemented a real-time ordering system processing over 500 transactions daily. Enhanced backend performance by reducing API latency by 300ms through optimized database queries. Implemented a secure role-based access control system for multi-tenant hotel dashboard access. Successfully integrated NCBA MPesa payment gateway for seamless mobile transactions. Re-architected AWS cloud infrastructure, reducing monthly operational costs by 25%.

Full Stack Technical Lead (NestJS & Next.js) · Zuri HealthJan 2023 – Jun 2024 · 1 yr 6 mos

Migrated a monolithic architecture to a modular microservices structure using NestJS, improving performance by 50%. Enforced HIPAA and Kenya Data Protection Act compliance through advanced encryption methods. Integrated AI-driven diagnostics with a 92% accuracy rate, improving healthcare outcomes. Reduced server costs by 40% through strategic AWS resource optimization. Led UI/UX redesign initiatives using Next.js, resulting in a 22% increase in booking conversions.

Full Stack Developer · Savannah InformaticsJan 2019 – Dec 2019 · 1 yr

Education

Bachelor of Computer Science · University of Nairobi2016 – 2020

Certifications and awards

AWS Solutions Architect Associate2023
Blockchain Developer Certification2022
Google Mobile Web Specialist2021
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals2020

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