Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Joseph Kihunyu

Software Engineer
Nairobi
Joseph Kihunyu

Summary

A passionate explorer of the digital realm, fluent in the languages of Node.js, PHP, and Angular. With a keyboard as my compass and curiosity as my guide, I embark on a continuous journey to infuse the web with seamless wonders.

From orchestrating harmonies of asynchronous programming to crafting intuitive user interfaces, my canvas is boundless. I find solace in the realm of words. As a wordsmith, I'm passionate about crafting lines that dance to the rhythm of emotions, for I am also a poet. From code to verses, my journey is a symphony of creation. I've had the privilege of enhancing legacy systems, witnessing a 25% surge in performance, and leaving users pleasantly surprised. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, I aim to craft experiences that inspire and uplift users, one keystroke at a time.

Overview

10
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Standard Focus
Nairobi

Angular - PHP Software Developer
12.2021 - Current

Job overview

- Successful migration of a legacy payment system to a state-of-the-art platform as an accomplished Angular PHP Developer, overseeing a multifunctional team through the entire transformation journey.
- Orchestrated a notable 25% enhancement in system performance by orchestrating strategic optimizations and targeted enhancements, amplifying user satisfaction and streamlining transaction processes.
- Collaborated closely with cross-disciplinary team members to meticulously redesign the payment platform, orchestrating a user interface that aligns seamlessly with industry best practices and user expectations.
- Pioneered the integration of cutting-edge Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology into the payment ecosystem, pivotal in preventing fraud by meticulously validating payment receipts and documents, setting a high standard for accuracy.
- Exhibited profound proficiency in Angular and PHP, masterminding the seamless migration of legacy features to the new platform while ensuring uninterrupted user service and an exceptional user experience.
- Strategically devised and implemented robust security protocols meticulously tailored to local bank transfer specifications, ensuring the highest level of confidentiality and compliance with industry benchmarks.
- Expertly synchronized the payment system with local banks' APIs, enabling real-time transaction updates, balance inquiries, and reconciliation functionalities, establishing a robust and responsive platform.
- Engineered a sophisticated monitoring and alert system utilizing AppDynamics, proactively identifying potential system anomalies and promptly addressing them, ensuring system reliability and consistent performance.
- Effectively harnessed the ELK (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) framework to analyze system logs and derive actionable insights, contributing to ongoing system optimization and proactive issue resolution.
- Leveraged virtualization technology to enhance the development environment, facilitating rapid iteration, testing, and deployment, resulting in increased efficiency and shortened development cycles.
- Actively engaged in an agile development framework, consistently delivering high-quality code, participating in sprint planning, and contributing to iterative development cycles.

Kopo - Startup
Nairobi

Node Js Engineer
01.2021 - 12.2021

Job overview

  • Leveraged Bayes Theorem to develop an innovative rating model for lenders and borrowers on a lending platform.
  • Designed and implemented a Gale-Shapley algorithm, ensuring optimal borrower-lender pairing and enhancing platform effectiveness.
  • Spearheaded the creation of an automated credit scoring model that integrated Bayes Theorem, user interactions, history, and predictive analytics.
  • Enhanced lending decisions through the precise evaluation of risk factors and improved decision-making processes.
  • Elevated user experience by facilitating equitable and balanced connections between borrowers and lenders.
  • Combined theoretical insights with practical implementation to drive the success of the lending platform.
  • Contributed to personalized product recommendations by dynamically determining product visibility based on creditworthiness and user profiles.

Navisat Telematics
Nairobi

Software Engineer / Integrator
01.2014 - 01.2020

Job overview

  • Navisat specializes in customizing state of the art traceability Technology solutions for monitoring, assessing and protecting cargo in Real-time
  • Here I - Designed, maintained and documented micro services to support various tracking hardware
  • Rolled out over the air updates to the various devices in the fields
  • Improved order time in the E-wayo ecommerce application by 35% through developing a searching algorithm and developing an optimized checkout module
  • In a team created a warehouse system that saw 50% increase in efficiency by use of RFID technology
  • Added a new module for fuel efficiency and monitoring in the core vehicle tracking system
  • Developed an SSO application using keycloak
  • Led development of an agriculture management system
  • Wrote 85% of code and reviewed the rest
  • Achieved excellent system stability
  • Node JS
  • Mysql
  • Git & Github
  • Front End
  • Rest & SOAP
  • Graphic Design
  • PHP

Education

Jomo Kenyatta University
Juja, Nairobi Kenya

Bachelor of Science from Computer Technology
05.2010 - 06.2014

University Overview


  • Continuing education in compilers.
  • Completed professional development in Personal Development.
  • Continuing education in higher mathematics eg Calculus.
  • Continuing education data structures and algorithms.
  • Member of Society of Computer Science Students (SCOSIT)
  • Received Samsung Engineering Scholarship

Samsung Engineering Academy
Nairobi, Kenya

No Degree from Electrical Engineering
04.2001

University Overview

  • Completed professional development in Practical labs, workshops, and projects to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios and develop problem-solving skills.
  • Construction and repair of samsung consumer electronics.

Skills

Asynchronous Programming

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Hobbies

Hobbies
  • Writing poetry
  • Consumer electronics enthusiast

Timeline

Angular - PHP Software Developer
Standard Focus
12.2021 - Current
Node Js Engineer
Kopo - Startup
01.2021 - 12.2021
Software Engineer / Integrator
Navisat Telematics
01.2014 - 01.2020
Jomo Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Science from Computer Technology
05.2010 - 06.2014
Samsung Engineering Academy
No Degree from Electrical Engineering
04.2001
Joseph KihunyuSoftware Engineer