Hello, I’m Steven Kijooma, a mobile applications developer with a strong focus on crafting smooth and effective usability. I’m passionate about UX as a driver of product innovation, translating guidelines and trends into practical solutions that align with how users perceive and interact with technology. I apply proven software engineering principles to deliver reliable, scalable apps across multiple form factors while prioritizing performance and maintainability. In my work, I’ve contributed to energy, health, and public sector projects, building mobile apps, dashboards, and data tools that improve decision-making and service delivery. I value collaboration, continuous learning, and delivering user-centered experiences that meet real-world needs.

Steven Kijooma

Hello, I’m Steven Kijooma, a mobile applications developer with a strong focus on crafting smooth and effective usability. I’m passionate about UX as a driver of product innovation, translating guidelines and trends into practical solutions that align with how users perceive and interact with technology. I apply proven software engineering principles to deliver reliable, scalable apps across multiple form factors while prioritizing performance and maintainability. In my work, I’ve contributed to energy, health, and public sector projects, building mobile apps, dashboards, and data tools that improve decision-making and service delivery. I value collaboration, continuous learning, and delivering user-centered experiences that meet real-world needs.

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Hello, I’m Steven Kijooma, a mobile applications developer with a strong focus on crafting smooth and effective usability. I’m passionate about UX as a driver of product innovation, translating guidelines and trends into practical solutions that align with how users perceive and interact with technology. I apply proven software engineering principles to deliver reliable, scalable apps across multiple form factors while prioritizing performance and maintainability.

In my work, I’ve contributed to energy, health, and public sector projects, building mobile apps, dashboards, and data tools that improve decision-making and service delivery. I value collaboration, continuous learning, and delivering user-centered experiences that meet real-world needs.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Independent Software Developer at EnergiePartners
September 1, 2022 - Present
Developed on the company's mobile application product used by energy consultants to gather data and profile clients' energy consumption, on-premise. Added features and a training-only onboarding mode, expanded from tablet-only to other mobile form factors, enhanced UI/UX, optimized performance and the CI/CD pipeline, maintained Android OS compatibility, and fixed bugs.
Independent Data Contractor at Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc.
January 1, 2014 - May 1, 2023
Supported public health programs in Uganda by providing data collection, data entry, analysis, and training services to health personnel across facilities; supported over 8 programs across 30 districts; improved program outcomes through effective data management and training strategies.
Software Development Consultant at WiredIn Rwanda
June 1, 2020 - August 1, 2022
Developed and maintained mobile applications for two offshore clients (Europe and USA); adhered to Android best practices focusing on user experience, functionality, correctness, security, and performance.
Data Science Intern at Rwanda Revenue Authority
May 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Built an Individual Taxpayer Dashboard; conducted Exploratory Data Analysis to identify features/KPIs; identified appropriate Open Source-based tools for development; built dashboards using Dash Plotly and Apache Superset.
Research Assistant at FHI 360
January 1, 2013 - December 1, 2013
Supported the agency's health initiatives by gathering and delivering accurate field data; conducted Focus Group Discussions, Key Informant Interviews, data transcription, and other entry activities.

Education

Master of Science in Information Technology at Carnegie Mellon University
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2020
Bachelor of Development Studies (Energy & Natural Resource Development Major) at Makerere University
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

ALX-T Full Stack Developer Nanodegree
November 1, 2022 - January 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Healthcare, Education, Energy & Utilities, Non-Profit Organization, Government