Hello! I’m Edwin Mwangi Mugo, a technology leader and full-stack software engineer with over 6 years of experience in application development, team leadership, and product strategy. I’m the founder and CEO of NxtCode Digital, a Kenyan-based software company that builds web and API solutions for SMEs. I combine deep technical expertise with strategic leadership to drive growth, operational efficiency, and innovation. I design scalable systems, lead cross-functional teams, and manage end-to-end software delivery while aligning technology initiatives with business goals. I’m passionate about mentoring engineers, optimizing performance, and delivering high-impact solutions for clients.

Edwin Mwangi Mugo

Hello! I’m Edwin Mwangi Mugo, a technology leader and full-stack software engineer with over 6 years of experience in application development, team leadership, and product strategy. I’m the founder and CEO of NxtCode Digital, a Kenyan-based software company that builds web and API solutions for SMEs. I combine deep technical expertise with strategic leadership to drive growth, operational efficiency, and innovation. I design scalable systems, lead cross-functional teams, and manage end-to-end software delivery while aligning technology initiatives with business goals. I’m passionate about mentoring engineers, optimizing performance, and delivering high-impact solutions for clients.

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Hello! I’m Edwin Mwangi Mugo, a technology leader and full-stack software engineer with over 6 years of experience in application development, team leadership, and product strategy. I’m the founder and CEO of NxtCode Digital, a Kenyan-based software company that builds web and API solutions for SMEs. I combine deep technical expertise with strategic leadership to drive growth, operational efficiency, and innovation.

I design scalable systems, lead cross-functional teams, and manage end-to-end software delivery while aligning technology initiatives with business goals. I’m passionate about mentoring engineers, optimizing performance, and delivering high-impact solutions for clients.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder / CEO and Lead Software Developer at NxtCode Digital Ltd
January 1, 2024 - October 28, 2025
Founder of NxtCode Digital, a Kenyan-based digital solutions agency delivering custom web and API solutions for SMEs across multiple industries, achieving over 20% client growth within the first operational year. Directed all phases of software development and company operations, from client acquisition and product strategy to delivery and maintenance, resulting in 95% client satisfaction based on post-project feedback surveys. Conceptualized and engineered end-to-end software architectures using React, Node.js, Express, and MongoDB, reducing project turnaround time by 30% through the adoption of agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines. Implemented high-impact integrations to streamline operations and drive growth through partnerships and process improvements.
Full Stack Software Engineer at Freelance
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Designed and developed responsive user interfaces with React, Tailwind CSS, and Next.js; built and optimized RESTful APIs with Node.js and Express; implemented CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions to automate deployments and testing; integrated third-party APIs and payment systems; collaborated with clients to translate business requirements into scalable solutions.
Web Developer at Freelance
June 30, 2020 - June 30, 2020
Designed and developed custom websites and web solutions for international clients; built and maintained WordPress sites; optimized performance, SEO, and user experience; developed HTML emails and responsive templates; collaborated with clients to translate brand identity into digital design.
Technical Writer at Freelance
December 31, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Authored and edited technical documents including SRS, API documentation, release notes, UX content, and how-to guides; gathered requirements with engineering and product teams; translated complex technical concepts into clear documentation to improve onboarding and integration.

Education

BSc Computer Science at Egerton University
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2015

Qualifications

Full-Stack Engineer Course
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institute (AFRALTI)
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education