Ian Mathews
Senior Backend & DevOps Engineer | SaaS Platform Architect
Nairobi,30
Summary
Senior backend engineer with 4+ years of experience architecting scalable SaaS platforms, payment integrations, and cloud-native solutions. Proven track record of leading full-stack development projects that deliver measurable business impact, including 25% performance improvements and 30% cost reductions. Currently leading the development of an enterprise-grade business automation platform with advanced payment processing and compliance features. Expertise in Node.js, microservices architecture, DevOps automation, and AI/ML integration for data-driven business intelligence.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Frontend Developer
KIRI EV Ltd
10.2024 - Current
- Built intelligent lot dashboards with real-time data visualization, improving decision-making efficiency by 20%
- Led integration of 15+ APIs for electric vehicle fleet management systems
- Implemented AloT systems for predictive maintenance and performance optimization
- Enhanced user experience through responsive design and intuitive interface development
- Technologies: React, D3.js, Chart.js, IoT APIs, Real-time WebSocket connections
Lead Software Engineer (Contractor)
Confidential SaaS Project
01.2024 - Current
- Architecting an enterprise business automation platform with advanced payment processing capabilities
- Implementing secure multi-tenant SaaS architecture serving 150+ beta users
- Developing compliance-ready invoicing system with automated tax calculations
- Building predictive analytics engine for client behavior modeling and payment forecasting
- Technologies: Node.js, PostgreSQL, Docker, AWS, Payment Gateway APIs
IoT Solutions Developer
Taswira Cloud AloT
12.2023 - Current
- Implemented Al-driven anomaly detection models for IoT device monitoring
- Scaled cloud processing infrastructure to handle real-time analytics from 1000+ devices
- Designed secure, encrypted data pipelines for device-to-cloud communication
- Developed RESTful APIs for IoT device management and data visualization
- Technologies: Python, Node.js, AWS IoT Core, Machine Learning Libraries
IoT Web Applications Developer
Maabara Bunifu AloT
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
03.2023 - Current
- Created AI-powered dashboards for predictive maintenance and operational insights
- Integrated smart device APIs into responsive web interfaces
- Improved device control efficiency by 20% through optimized user experience
- Developed scalable data stream processors for real-time IoT analytics
- Technologies: React, Node.js, WebSocket APIs, IoT Integration
Full-Stack Developer (Freelance)
Independent Contractor
02.2020 - Current
- Delivered 20+ backend-focused SaaS platforms for e-commerce, analytics, and fintech clients
- Built automated CI/CD pipelines reducing deployment time by 60%
- Implemented secure payment processing systems with multiple gateway integrations
- Developed multi-tenant SaaS architectures with role-based access control
- Technologies: Node.js, React, AWS, Payment APIs, Database Design
Web Applications Developer
MDS Kenya
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Developed and maintained scalable backend services for multiple client projects
- Optimized database queries and server-side performance, achieving 25% improvement in response times
- Implemented secure authentication systems and API rate limiting
- Deployed containerized applications using Docker and automated CI/CD pipelines
- Technologies: Node.js, PostgreSQL, Docker, Linux Server Management
Software Developer
MCB Technologies
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Led full-cycle development of logistics and financial management applications
- Improved backend performance and scalability by 30% through code optimization
- Designed efficient database schemas and implemented secure API endpoints
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on project planning and execution
- Technologies: Full-stack development, Database Design, API Development
Education
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications Engineering
Kabarak University
09.2019 - 12.2023
KCSE Certificate - undefined
St. Luke's Boys High School
01.2015 - 12.2018
Skills
- Nodejs
- Expressjs
- RESTful API design
- MongoDB
- PostgreSQL
- Redis caching
- JWT authentication
- OAuth2 implementation
- Microservices architecture
- API gateways
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- CI/CD pipelines
- AWS
- Google Cloud Platform
- Linux server management
- NGINX
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- M-PESA API integration
- mobile money platforms
Accomplishments
- Payment Processing Excellence: Successfully integrated M-PESA and international payment gateways, reducing transaction processing time by 95%
- Performance Optimization: Achieved 30% improvement in application performance through database optimization and caching strategies
- Scalability Implementation: Designed microservices architecture supporting 10x user growth without infrastructure changes
- Compliance Expertise: Implemented PCI DSS compliant payment processing and data security measures
- AI Integration: Deployed machine learning models for predictive analytics, improving business decision-making accuracy by 25%
Technical Certifications
- AWS Cloud Practitioner (In Progress)
- Docker & Kubernetes Certified
- Node.js Advanced Development
- Payment Gateway Integration Specialist
- Database Performance Optimization
Project Portfolio Highlights
- Enterprise SaaS Platform (Confidential), Multi-tenant business automation platform with payment processing, Microservices architecture with 99.9% uptime, Advanced analytics and reporting dashboard, Secure API design with comprehensive documentation
- IoT Analytics Dashboard, Real-time data visualization for 1000+ connected devices, Predictive maintenance algorithms, Mobile-responsive interface with offline capabilities, Automated alert systems and reporting
- Payment Processing System, Multi-gateway payment integration (M-PESA, Stripe, PayPal), Automated reconciliation and fraud detection, PCI DSS compliant architecture, Real-time transaction monitoring
Core Technical Skills
Node.js, Express.js, RESTful API design, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Redis caching, JWT authentication, OAuth2 implementation, Microservices architecture, API gateways, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Linux server management, NGINX, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), M-PESA API integration, mobile money platforms, Stripe, PayPal, multi-gateway implementations, PCI DSS compliance, secure payment processing, Financial data reconciliation systems, Machine learning model integration, Business intelligence dashboards, Predictive analytics implementation, Data visualization (Chart.js, D3.js), React, Next.js, Vue.js, TypeScript, Responsive design, mobile-first development, Modern CSS frameworks, component libraries
Timeline
Senior Frontend Developer
KIRI EV Ltd
10.2024 - Current
Web Applications Developer
MDS Kenya
05.2024 - 02.2025
Lead Software Engineer (Contractor)
Confidential SaaS Project
01.2024 - Current
IoT Solutions Developer
Taswira Cloud AloT
12.2023 - Current
IoT Web Applications Developer
Maabara Bunifu AloT
03.2023 - Current
Software Developer
MCB Technologies
02.2023 - 05.2023
Full-Stack Developer (Freelance)
Independent Contractor
02.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications Engineering
Kabarak University
09.2019 - 12.2023
KCSE Certificate - undefined
St. Luke's Boys High School
01.2015 - 12.2018
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