COLLINS KIBET CHERUIYOT
Nairobi
Summary
Innovative software developer with hands-on experience designing and testing applications. Well-versed in agile methodologies and coding languages. Dedicated to developing creative solutions to meet business goals and requirements. Innovative Software Developer with experience in designing, coding, and debugging software applications. Proficient in various programming languages, software development methodologies, and project management. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex problems and consistently deliver high-quality solutions.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
Yizzhimao Limited
Nairobi
01.2025 - Current
- Designing, coding, and deploying scalable software solutions using modern frameworks and development tools.
- Maintaining and optimizing existing codebases to improve application performance and reduce downtime.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams including designers, analysts, and QA engineers to deliver projects within tight deadlines.
- Implementing secure API integrations and ensuring data integrity across systems.
- Writing clean, well-documented code and participating in code reviews to maintain development standards.
- Troubleshooting and resolving bugs, system errors, and security vulnerabilities.
- Leading weekly sprint meetings and contributing to agile development cycles to streamline project workflows.
JUNIOR IT PERSONEL
Family Bank
Bomet
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Provided technical support to over 100 end-users, resolving hardware, software, and network-related issues with a 95% success rate.
- Assisted in system backups, patch updates, and antivirus deployment across user terminals.
- Installed and configured workstations, printers, and banking applications for new employees.
- Monitored network performance and escalated critical incidents to senior engineers for resolution.
- Documented technical procedures and contributed to the development of an internal IT knowledge base.
- Ensured all IT equipment complied with security and compliance standards through routine audits.
- Supported the migration of legacy systems to updated platforms, reducing user complaints by 40%.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Software Development
KCA University
Nairobi, Kenya11.2024
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) -
Alliance High School
Kikuyu, Kenya11.2019
KCPE -
Chelsa Academy
Bomet, Kenya11-2015
Skills
- Software development
- API integration
- Code optimization
- Technical support
- Agile methodologies
- Effective communication
- Program coding
- Object-oriented programming
Certification
- CCNA: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation, Cisco, 08/01/21
- CCNA: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials, Cisco, 07/01/21
- CCNA: Introduction to Networks, Cisco, 06/01/21
Personal Information
Title: SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
Industry Expertise
- Full-Stack Development
- Agile and Scrum Methodologies
- Cloud Computing
- Version Control and CI/CD
- RESTful API Design and Integration
- Containerization and Virtualization
- Database Management
- Cybersecurity Principles
- DevOps Awareness
- Test-Driven Development (TDD)
- API Documentation and Tools
Projects
Betverse Betting Site, An online sports betting platform with live odds, user accounts, and secure transactions.
Edusubmit Learning Platform, A web app for students to submit assignments and receive feedback from instructors.
Orchard Musicals, A platform for streaming and promoting local musical content and artist profiles.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Swahili
Full Professional
References
- Dr. Simon N. Mwendia, Ph.D., Dean of School of Technology, KCA University, smwendia@kcau.ac.ke
- Mrs. Elizabeth Syokau, HR, Yizzhimao Limited, Nairobi, elizabethkioko662@gmail.com
Timeline
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
Yizzhimao Limited
01.2025 - Current
JUNIOR IT PERSONEL
Family Bank
05.2024 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Software Development
KCA University
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) -
Alliance High School
KCPE -
Chelsa Academy