I’m James Opondo, a full-stack software engineer focused on building reliable backend, mobile, and cloud systems. I enjoy turning ideas into production-ready products—designing APIs and architectures, integrating modern AI components, and shipping features that work well across web and mobile clients. I’ve led end-to-end engineering work for products in agritech, fintech, SaaS, and government data platforms, with strong ownership over deployments, monitoring, and operational stability. From building blockchain-powered payment flows to automating infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines on AWS, I bring a practical engineering mindset and care about measurable outcomes for users.…

James Opondo

I’m James Opondo, a full-stack software engineer focused on building reliable backend, mobile, and cloud systems. I enjoy turning ideas into production-ready products—designing APIs and architectures, integrating modern AI components, and shipping features that work well across web and mobile clients. I’ve led end-to-end engineering work for products in agritech, fintech, SaaS, and government data platforms, with strong ownership over deployments, monitoring, and operational stability. From building blockchain-powered payment flows to automating infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines on AWS, I bring a practical engineering mindset and care about measurable outcomes for users.…

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I’m James Opondo, a full-stack software engineer focused on building reliable backend, mobile, and cloud systems. I enjoy turning ideas into production-ready products—designing APIs and architectures, integrating modern AI components, and shipping features that work well across web and mobile clients.

I’ve led end-to-end engineering work for products in agritech, fintech, SaaS, and government data platforms, with strong ownership over deployments, monitoring, and operational stability. From building blockchain-powered payment flows to automating infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines on AWS, I bring a practical engineering mindset and care about measurable outcomes for users.

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Skills

Experience Level

App Design
Expert
Flutter
Expert
Python
Expert
Django
Expert
API
Expert
TypeScript
Expert
PostgreSQL
Expert
JavaScript
Expert
Dart
Expert
AWS
Expert
Docker
Expert
MySQL
Expert
Java
Expert
GraphQL
Expert
Golang
Expert
SQL
Expert
iOS
Expert
Android
Expert
SQLite
Expert
Azure
Expert
React JS
Expert
Go
Expert
Kotlin
Intermediate
Kubernetes
Intermediate
Express
Intermediate
Data Visualization
Intermediate
ETL
Intermediate
Data Science
Intermediate
Ethereum
Intermediate
SEO
Intermediate
Solidity
Intermediate
CSS
Intermediate
HTML5
Intermediate
React Native
Intermediate
Backendless
Intermediate
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Language

English
Fluent
Swahili
Advanced

Work Experience

Founder at Cropcare AI
August 1, 2025 - Present
Designed and implemented the full backend architecture powering web and mobile clients. Built REST APIs, integrated AI models, and managed data pipelines. Set up CI/CD pipelines and automated cloud deployments. Implemented monitoring, logging, and uptime tracking for production reliability, and managed analytics, SEO, and product launch activities across platforms.
Full-Stack Engineer & IT Administrator at SuluHu Ondemand
February 1, 2025 - Present
Architected and deployed internal and external applications across the full stack. Automated cloud infrastructure provisioning and deployment workflows. Owned production cloud operations including security hardening, backups, monitoring, and incident response. Administered Google Workspace and Microsoft identity systems with role-based access control.
Mobile Engineer at SmartPay Network
September 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Built a financial inclusion mobile application integrating blockchain-based payment flows. Implemented secure user-to-user and merchant transaction features, focusing on correctness, security, and smooth user experiences.
Full-Stack Engineer Intern at Codefremics Limited
June 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Customized CRM systems based on client-specific business requirements. Participated across the full software lifecycle from requirements through to deployment.
Mobile Software Engineer Intern at 1 Solutech Limited
April 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Implemented features and bug fixes using Test-Driven Development. Contributed to CRM product enhancements and internal tooling.
Full-Stack Software Engineer (Consultant) at Seven Skies Limited
August 1, 2023 - February 28, 2025
Delivered a nationwide digital food security checklist system for a government organization. Built data collection tools covering health, agriculture, livestock, water, and education sectors. Developed Python-based data analysis tools and statistical dashboards for decision support.
Freelance Full-Stack Software Engineer at Freelance
June 1, 2022 - Present
Designed and deployed backend systems and APIs for multiple clients. Built web and mobile applications end-to-end, implemented crash reporting and stability improvements, and managed production deployments on AWS.

Education

BSc Computer Science at Kenyatta University
November 1, 2020 - April 30, 2024

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Financial Services, Education, Government, Agriculture & Mining, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment
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