I am a Software Engineer and DevOps Engineer with over 5 years of experience specializing in backend development, cloud architecture, and DevOps. I have worked extensively with programming languages such as Java, .NET, PHP, Python, and Go to design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance systems. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop reliable software solutions across various industries including fintech, e-commerce, and transportation. My expertise includes building and integrating RESTful APIs, optimizing cloud infrastructures primarily using AWS, and ensuring robust security practices. I am committed to continuous learning and applying best practices to solve complex technical challenges and improve system performance in dynamic environments.

Stanley Ngugi

I am a Software Engineer and DevOps Engineer with over 5 years of experience specializing in backend development, cloud architecture, and DevOps. I have worked extensively with programming languages such as Java, .NET, PHP, Python, and Go to design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance systems. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop reliable software solutions across various industries including fintech, e-commerce, and transportation. My expertise includes building and integrating RESTful APIs, optimizing cloud infrastructures primarily using AWS, and ensuring robust security practices. I am committed to continuous learning and applying best practices to solve complex technical challenges and improve system performance in dynamic environments.

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I am a Software Engineer and DevOps Engineer with over 5 years of experience specializing in backend development, cloud architecture, and DevOps. I have worked extensively with programming languages such as Java, .NET, PHP, Python, and Go to design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance systems. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop reliable software solutions across various industries including fintech, e-commerce, and transportation.

My expertise includes building and integrating RESTful APIs, optimizing cloud infrastructures primarily using AWS, and ensuring robust security practices. I am committed to continuous learning and applying best practices to solve complex technical challenges and improve system performance in dynamic environments.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Software / DevOps Engineer at Asante Financial Services Group
March 1, 2022 - Present
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy loan-based products and applications for SMEs across Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Nigeria, ensuring scalable and reliable solutions for financial services. Led the migration to Amazon Web Services (AWS), establishing a secure and scalable cloud environment to support operational and production workloads while configuring 20+ cloud servers to ensure high availability. Implemented multiple RESTful and SOAP services and set up IPSEC VPNs to securely connect with major telecommunications providers. Integrated with core banking systems, payment gateways, SMS, USSD, KYC, and merchant services, improving payment and verification processes. Optimized cloud infrastructure to reduce costs by 30%, monitored and maintained system uptime of up to 97%.
Software Engineer (Consultant) at Lonestar Enterprises Limited
March 1, 2022 - July 28, 2025
Conceptualized, developed, and launched a high-performance eCommerce web application integrated with a Content Management System (CMS) to improve client operations. Successfully migrated data from an outdated WordPress platform while ensuring data integrity and business continuity. Designed responsive user interfaces using Material Design principles to enhance user experience across devices. Implemented SEO strategies that increased organic traffic by 20% within three months post-launch. Provided ongoing system support with customized fixes, performance enhancements, and feature upgrades using Python, Laravel, JavaScript, and CSS.
.NET Developer (Intern) at Stepwise Daproim Africa
April 30, 2021 - July 28, 2025
Designed and prototyped front-end interfaces using Figma and implemented UI components with React, Bootstrap, and XAML for WPF within the .NET framework. Improved MVC web applications to enhance efficiency and business process functionality. Developed a custom .NET File Logger tool to automate data logging, reducing manual entry by 50% and minimizing errors. Diagnosed and resolved technical issues including VPN configurations, improving support response times by 30%. Utilized C#, PHP, React, and IIS Web Servers for full-stack development to deliver reliable web-based projects.
Part Time Freelance Developer at Self Employed
December 31, 2020 - July 28, 2025
Developed and deployed custom software solutions including polling systems and Management Information Systems (MIS) for schools, hospitals, restaurants, and churches, alongside portfolio, e-commerce, and blogging websites. Ensured mobile responsiveness, SEO optimization, and seamless user experience. Customized and integrated open-source applications tailored to local business needs, reducing costs and accelerating deployments. Built full-stack applications utilizing PHP, Java, C#, and JavaScript leveraging GCP, IIS Web Servers, and shared hosting for performance and scalability.

Education

Bachelor of Science at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
September 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021

Qualifications

Certified Software Developer Associate
January 1, 2017 - May 31, 2017

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Transportation & Logistics

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