Hezron Langat
Nairobi
Summary
Dynamic Technical & Implementation Lead with a proven track record at Zippy Events Solutions Limited, excelling in full-stack development and project management. Achieved a 30% reduction in AWS costs while leading a team to deliver innovative event management solutions. Proficient in Java, Spring Boot, and CI/CD pipelines, with strong leadership skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical & Implementation Lead (Full Stack Java Developer)
Zippy Events Solutions Limited
11.2019 - Current
- Spearhead development of event management SaaS using Java/Spring Boot backend and React/Vaadin frontend
- Reduced AWS cloud costs by 30% through architecture optimization
- Led team of 5 developers in building RFID-based access control system
- Implemented CI/CD pipeline reducing deployment time by 40%
- Presented technical proposals to C-level executives, securing $250K+ in project funding
Head of System Design & Implementation
Efficaxx Support Consultants Ltd
08.2015 - 10.2019
- Developed conference registration system handling 10,000+ attendees (Java/MySQL)
- Designed Linux-based authentication solution for offline WiFi access
- Managed data center operations (50+ servers, firewalls, switches)
- Trained 200+ users across 15 organizations on custom software
- 200+ successful deployments of event management solutions
- Developed award-winning RFID conference access system
- Reduced system downtime by 75% through proactive monitoring
- Implemented real-time streaming for 50+ hybrid conferences
IT Infrastructure Intern
Egnite Technologies Ltd
01.2015 - 07.2015
- Deployed IP surveillance systems for major clients (JKIA, Embu Hospital)
- Configured enterprise networking equipment (Cisco routers/switches)
Education
BSc - Information Technology
Mount Kenya University
01.2014
Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education (KCSE) -
Emmanuel Boys High School
01.2010
Kenya Certificate Of Primary Education -
Kimori Academy
01.2005
Skills
- Vaadin
- React
- HTML5
- CSS
- JavaScript
- Java
- Spring Boot
- MySQL
- Database Design
- AWS
- EC2
- S3
- Route 53
- Lambda
- CI/CD Pipelines
- Ethical Hacking
- Penetration Testing
- Network Security
- Linux Server Admin
- VMware
- UI/UX Design
- Project Management
Certification
- CompTIA Network+, Ongoing, Cybrary IT
- Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing, Cybrary IT
- Management & Leadership, The Open University
- Introduction to Cybersecurity, The Open University
Leadership Roles
- Technical Lead, Zippy Events, 2020-Present, $1.2M
- Head of Implementation, Efficaxx, 2017-2020, 15-member cross-functional team
References
- Noah Wanyoike, Technical Director, Efficaxx Support Consultants (Africa) Ltd, +254 725 393 082, wanyoike@efficaxx.com
- Helen Omondi, Technical and Operations Supervisor, James Finlays Ltd, Kenya, +254 725179833, omondi.hellen80@gmail.com
- Muriuki Kamenju, Technical Manager, Egnite Technologies Ltd, Kenya, +254 723 346 477
Education Certifications
- BSc Information Technology, Mount Kenya University, 08/01/14, Upper Second Class
- Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education (KCSE), Emmanuel Boys High School, 08/01/10, B
- Kenya Certificate Of Primary Education, Kimori Academy, 08/01/05, B+
Personality Traits
- Technical Leader - Adept at guiding teams through complex deployments
- Problem Solver - Strong analytical skills for debugging and system optimization
- Continuous Learner - Committed to mastering emerging technologies (CompTIA Network+ in progress)
- Client-Focused - Experienced in translating business needs into technical solutions
- Detail-Oriented - Committed to writing clean, maintainable code with thorough documentation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Technical & Implementation Lead (Full Stack Java Developer)
Zippy Events Solutions Limited
11.2019 - Current
Head of System Design & Implementation
Efficaxx Support Consultants Ltd
08.2015 - 10.2019
IT Infrastructure Intern
Egnite Technologies Ltd
01.2015 - 07.2015
BSc - Information Technology
Mount Kenya University
Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education (KCSE) -
Emmanuel Boys High School
Kenya Certificate Of Primary Education -
Kimori Academy
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