Kelvin Owen Otieno
Senior Frontend Developer
Nairobi
Summary
Bringing a creative and detail-focused approach to web development. Well-versed in key concepts such as responsive design and JavaScript frameworks, with practical skills in HTML and CSS. Committed to crafting user-centric interfaces that enhance user experience and drive engagement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Frontend Developer
Equity Group Holdings
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
09.2021 - Current
- Developed reusable UI components using modern JavaScript frameworks like React or Angular, increasing productivity of the entire development team.
- Implemented responsive design principles to ensure optimal display on various devices, improving overall usability for users on both desktops and mobile devices.
- Collaborated with UX designers to create seamless user interfaces for web applications.
- Integrated third-party APIs to enhance functionality and improve overall user experience across multiple platforms.
Mobile Application Developer
Safaricom PLC
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Integrated third-party APIs into mobile applications, enhancing their functionality and usability for endusers.
- Ensured application quality by conducting thorough testing prior to release, identifying and fixing bugs.
- Enhanced app performance for a smoother user experience by optimizing code and troubleshooting issues.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features for various mobile applications.
- Developed user-friendly mobile applications by incorporating intuitive design and seamless navigation features.
DevOps Engineer
Safaricom PLC
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Improved code deployment efficiency by automating processes with CI/CD pipelines.
- Maintained version control systems like Git or SVN for seamless collaboration among developers and engineers during project lifecycles.
- Monitored automated build and continuous software integration process to drive build/release failure resolution.
Officer, Back Office
I & M Bank
10.2014 - 12.2020
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to address complex issues, leading to more efficient problem-solving processes.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
CTO
Furaha Capital Investments Limited
06.2014 - 09.2020
- Company Overview: Design and maintenance of company website and technological products
- Design and maintenance of company website and technological products
Underwriting Officer
GA INSURANCE
04.2012 - 06.2012
- Maximized profitability with careful monitoring of loss ratios while maintaining a balanced book of business.
- Enhanced risk assessment accuracy with thorough research and data analysis for each application.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science
STRATHMORE UNIVERSITY
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya 04.2010 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
MASENO SCHOOL
Maseno, Kisumu, Kenya 04.2006 - 01.2009
Growing with Google and Andela -
PLURALSIGHT
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya 04.2019 - 04.2020
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OPENCLASSROOMS
04.2019 - 12.2019
Skills
Laravel
AWS
Angular2
Vue
React
MySQL
MongoDB
Project Management
Jira
Azure Board
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Senior Frontend Developer
Equity Group Holdings
09.2021 - Current
Mobile Application Developer
Safaricom PLC
06.2021 - 09.2021
DevOps Engineer
Safaricom PLC
12.2020 - 06.2021
Growing with Google and Andela -
PLURALSIGHT
04.2019 - 04.2020
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OPENCLASSROOMS
04.2019 - 12.2019
Officer, Back Office
I & M Bank
10.2014 - 12.2020
CTO
Furaha Capital Investments Limited
06.2014 - 09.2020
Underwriting Officer
GA INSURANCE
04.2012 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science
STRATHMORE UNIVERSITY
04.2010 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
MASENO SCHOOL
04.2006 - 01.2009
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