Hi, I'm Freddy Kaberuka, a Full-Stack Software Engineer with over 7 years of experience building scalable web and desktop applications. I specialize in microservice architectures, cloud infrastructure using AWS, and containerization with Docker. I enjoy mentoring junior developers and leading teams to deliver high-quality software in both startup and enterprise environments. I have a strong passion for system optimization, DevOps automation, and collaborative project management to ensure product reliability and performance. Whether it's designing new features or streamlining deployments with CI/CD pipelines, I thrive on creating impactful and efficient software solutions.

Freddy KABERUKA

Hi, I'm Freddy Kaberuka, a Full-Stack Software Engineer with over 7 years of experience building scalable web and desktop applications. I specialize in microservice architectures, cloud infrastructure using AWS, and containerization with Docker. I enjoy mentoring junior developers and leading teams to deliver high-quality software in both startup and enterprise environments. I have a strong passion for system optimization, DevOps automation, and collaborative project management to ensure product reliability and performance. Whether it's designing new features or streamlining deployments with CI/CD pipelines, I thrive on creating impactful and efficient software solutions.

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Hi, I’m Freddy Kaberuka, a Full-Stack Software Engineer with over 7 years of experience building scalable web and desktop applications. I specialize in microservice architectures, cloud infrastructure using AWS, and containerization with Docker. I enjoy mentoring junior developers and leading teams to deliver high-quality software in both startup and enterprise environments.

I have a strong passion for system optimization, DevOps automation, and collaborative project management to ensure product reliability and performance. Whether it’s designing new features or streamlining deployments with CI/CD pipelines, I thrive on creating impactful and efficient software solutions.

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Language

English
Advanced
French
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Kinyarwanda
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Work Experience

Software engineer at Andela
May 1, 2022 - Present
Mentored 25+ junior developers in both backend and frontend development while building a microservices-based bus tracking platform with Dockerized environments and CI/CD pipelines using technologies like React, Node.js, and Express. Led performance enhancements across services, reducing response times by 40%.
Freelancer Software Engineer at 250StartUps
May 31, 2025 - July 12, 2025
Designed and developed a full-stack cold room rental platform using React for the frontend and a microservice-based backend with Express and NestJS, resulting in a successful MVP launch used by 200+ customers within 3 months. Implemented CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment and monitoring. Facilitated weekly stakeholder meetings for Upendo Tech, improving project delivery velocity by 30%.
full stack software developer at Instagroom
September 30, 2024 - July 12, 2025
Revamped key web pages, improving average session time by 22% and reducing bounce rate by 18%. Integrated Stripe and PayPal with coupon functionality, increasing successful payments by 35%. Maintained 99.9% uptime and reduced latency by 50% through backend profiling and optimization.
Software engineer at MINAGRI (Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resource)
September 30, 2023 - July 12, 2025
Designed and deployed a robust microservice architecture on AWS using Java, Python, and Node.js for the FAMIS (Farmer Management System). Architected and implemented three independent Node services with dedicated responsibilities for farmer registration, tracking, and device distribution. Created custom database schemas and synchronization scripts to import, compare, and reconcile farmer data across multiple legacy systems. Managed AWS infrastructure and configured Nginx for load balancing and service routing.
Frontend developer at Lunchbox
August 31, 2022 - July 12, 2025
Contributed to Vibe Health Bar ordering app, increasing order completion by 20%. Deployed services on AWS and implemented CI/CD pipelines for automated staging deployments, optimizing asset delivery and deployment reliability. Redesigned Bodega catering UI, reducing bounce rate by 25% and enhancing accessibility.
Software Developer at Payingtone
March 31, 2022 - July 12, 2025
Built and launched payment platforms (payingtone.com & Regalo Trust) with Docker and AWS deployment. Designed and integrated multi-role dashboards with secure RESTful APIs and added wallet functionality supporting mobile money (MoMo) and Spenn integration. Reduced checkout abandonment by 25% through frontend usability improvements.
Software Engineer at SnowMedia Technology
August 31, 2022 - July 12, 2025
Improved homepage images and responsiveness for home.snowtechno.com, increasing page views by 60%. Enhanced homepage responsiveness, leading to a 60% increase in mobile traffic. Applied backend image compression techniques, improving performance 10x for low-bandwidth users.
wordpress developer at DreamTeam Football Academy
September 30, 2021 - July 12, 2025
Modernized academy website and added interactive features, boosting engagement by 15%.
Full Stack Developer at Dutume Group Ltd
November 30, 2020 - July 12, 2025
Built an e-commerce platform serving 100+ users with SEO and social integration, increasing traffic by 25%.
Intern as IT Supporter at Rwanda Investigation Bureau(RIB)
August 31, 2019 - July 12, 2025
Supported Leave Management System development and performed networking tasks.
Full Stack Developer at Spiritual level Empowering ltd
August 31, 2017 - July 12, 2025
Developed a desktop payroll system for construction sites, used by 200+ workers.

Education

Advanced Diploma in Information Technology at IPRC KARONGI
January 1, 2016 - November 30, 2019

Qualifications

Microverse full stack certificate
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Andela Technical Leadership Certificate
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Certified information system security Professional
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Certified in Risk and information systems Control
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Google IT support professional certificate
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
CCNA: Cisco Networking Training
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Government, Financial Services, Transportation & Logistics, Retail, Agriculture & Mining

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