CHARLES MBUVI PETER
Software Engineer
Nairobi,30
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
Work History
ICT Officer (Software Engineering)
Finetouch Africa Ltd
Nairobi
04.2024 - Current
- Manage hosting services by deploying web applications via Apache Web Server in Cloud VMs, improving accessibility for public users.
- Engineered and deployed a scalable Multi-Tenant Business Management System using PHP and MySQL, achieving a 25% reduction in operational overhead and enhancing system performance by 30%. Implemented modular architecture and optimized backend workflows to support efficient multi-client operations.
- Developed a custom role-based access control (RBAC) system with a dynamic user privilege model, enabling administrators to define and enforce granular permissions directly from the user interface.
- Implemented a software-based Intrusion Detection and Prevention System (IDPS) by automating log analysis and leveraging known threat signature patterns to detect and mitigate security breaches in real time.
- Authored comprehensive user and developer documentation for the Business Management System, enhancing system maintainability, onboarding efficiency, and user support.
- Designed and developed a responsive company website with a custom Content Management System (CMS) using PHP and MySQL, streamlining content updates for non-technical users and improving overall site usability.
- Optimized on-page SEO and web performance, resulting in a 60% improvement in page load speed and a 30% decrease in bounce rates, which contributed to increased user engagement and measurable growth in sales conversions.
Web Development Freelance
05.2021 - 04.2024
- Designed & Delivered End-to-End Web Solutions: Architected and implemented custom MVC applications using Vanilla PHP and Laravel, integrating RESTful APIs, MySQL databases, Git version control, and Agile methodologies to satisfy client requirements.
- Custom Analytics Engine: Engineered a robust view-counting algorithm for Benign LTD's corporate site that filtered bot traffic and duplicate hits, cutting false counts by 90% and improving reporting accuracy.
- Cross-Platform Performance Lead: Led a distributed team to optimize mobile and desktop experiences, refactoring front-end code in (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/ES6), implementing responsive design (Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS), and applying lazy loading, this brought a 30% uplift mobile user engagement.
- Site Speed Optimization: Executed SQL query tuning, and minification of assets, reducing average page load times by 40% and boosting organic traffic by 25%.
- POS & Inventory Management Systems: Developed secure point-of-sale and inventory modules with role-based access controls, real-time stock synchronization, and QR-code scanning integration, increasing transaction throughput by 15%.
- DevOps & Deployment: Automated CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, achieving zero-downtime deployments and streamlining release cycles.
Information Technology Attaché
Kenya Ports Authority
Mombasa
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Collaborated in the development of a student attendance tracking system using PHP and MySQL, reducing tracking errors by 40% and accelerating report generation for academic staff.
- Installed and configured SAP client software on user workstations, ensuring seamless integration with the existing network infrastructure and minimizing downtime during deployment.
- Monitored system security using Active Directory and Kaspersky Endpoint Security, implementing access control protocols and threat mitigation measures that reduced security incidents by 20%.
- Performed routine maintenance and troubleshooting on IT equipment, minimizing system downtime and improving operational continuity.
Education
Master of Science - Financial Engineering
WorldQuant University
09.2027
Bachelor of Science - Computer Security and Forensics
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology
03.2024
KCSE - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
Kathiani Boys' High School
11.2018
Skills
- PHP
- Laravel
- MySQL
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- C
- MSSQL
- JQuery
- NoSQL
- Git
- AWS
- Cloud Computing
- CI/CD
- OOP
- Microservices
- Distributed Systems
- Frontend
- Backend
- Full-Stack
Certification
- Google Cloud Certified Associate Cloud Engineer - Google
- Google Cloud Certified Cloud Digital Leader - Google
- Cisco Certified Network Associate I - Institute of Software Technologies
- Website Design and Development, Android Programming and Python Programming - Zalego Institute of Technology and Innovation
- Linux Server Management and Security, AWS Cloud Technical Essentials, Python for Data Science, AI and Development, Forensics Concepts, Windows OS Forensics - Coursera
- CPanel Professional Certification, Imunify360 Certification - cPanel University
Timeline
ICT Officer (Software Engineering)
Finetouch Africa Ltd
04.2024 - Current
Information Technology Attaché
Kenya Ports Authority
04.2023 - 06.2023
Web Development Freelance
05.2021 - 04.2024
Master of Science - Financial Engineering
WorldQuant University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Security and Forensics
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology
KCSE - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
Kathiani Boys' High School
Summary
Knowledgeable Software Engineer with solid background in strategic planning and operational oversight. Proven ability to lead teams and execute initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness. Demonstrated expertise in conflict resolution and resource management. Professional with comprehensive experience ready for this role. Equipped with strong skills in leadership, problem-solving, and strategic planning. Known for team collaboration and adaptability, consistently delivering results. Strong communicator with focus on integrity and accountability.
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Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Swahili
Advanced (C1)