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Kevin Kyei

Kevin Kyei

Nairobi

Summary

Complex problem-solver with an analytical and driven mindset. Dedicated to achieving demanding development objectives according to tight schedules while producing impeccable code.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Android Engineer

Systech Limited
01.2021 - Current
  • Designed and developed a new app from scratch, collaborating with UI/UX Designers and QA team, utilizing MVVM architecture and Jetpack components, resulting in a 40% reduction in development time.
  • Conducted weekly code reviews and provided constructive feedback to team members, resulting in a 20% decrease in code errors and a more streamlined development process.
  • Translated designs and wireframes into high-quality code, achieving a 95% fidelity rate with design specifications.
  • Independently developed new features from scratch, leading to a 25% increase in app functionality and user engagement. Took initiative to introduce Jetpack Compose in the team, resulting in a 30% improvement in UI responsiveness and a 15% reduction in app crashes.
  • Assisted in mentoring and training junior developers, resulting in a 50% improvement in their coding proficiency and productivity.

Android Engineer

AllMeats Kenya
04.2022 - 08.2022
  • Debugging, refactoring code, and reducing memory usage, resulting in a 20% improvement in app speed.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding application bugs or feature requests quickly, maintaining a positive brand image on the Google Play Store and achieving a 95% customer satisfaction rate.
  • Integrated third-party libraries and APIs into applications, extending functionality and enhancing user experience, resulting in a 30% increase in app downloads and a 25% boost in user engagement.

Android Engineer

KE Developers
01.2017 - 12.2020
  • Developed new features for user engagement, resulting in a 15% increase in user retention and a 20% boost in daily active users.
  • Translated designs and wireframes into high-quality code with a fidelity rate of 90%, ensuring alignment with design specifications and enhancing user experience.
  • Closely worked on chat-related features, leading to a 30% improvement in chat performance and a 25% reduction in message delivery latency. Took initiative to optimize the code, resulting in a 20% reduction in memory usage and a 15% increase in app responsiveness.
  • Implemented comprehensive unit tests, resulting in a 40% decrease in bug reports from users and a 25% improvement in code stability. Conducted thorough PR reviews, ensuring code quality and adherence to best practices, leading to a 30% decrease in post-release issues.
  • Created app updates, including bug fixes and additional features for release, resulting in a 20% decrease in crash rates and a 10% increase in user satisfaction ratings on app stores.

Skills

  • Proficient in Java, Kotlin, and Android SDK
  • Experienced with Jetpack Components
  • Proficient in using Coroutines for asynchronous programming
  • Skilled in Retrofit for handling RESTful API calls
  • Experienced in implementing MVVM and MVI architectural patterns
  • Proficient in designing and navigating through Navigation Graphs
  • Familiar with version control systems like Git
  • Experienced with dependency injection frameworks like Dagger and Hilt

Mentorship Leadership Programs

  • Software Versioning - Systech Limited - Present
  • Android Engineer Mentor - Nairobi Android254 Community

References

References available upon request.

Projects

Sports & Jackpots Predictions
- Developed using MVVM, clean Code architecture, Dependency Injection (DI), and Two-way data binding.
- Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ke.app.sportpesa

My Bencon App
- App built using MVVM architecture.
- Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.systechafrica.systech_pensions.bencon

KCPE Booster App
- An educative app focused on helping students learn while on holidays. Uses MVVM architecture.
- Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=braineecurl.kcpebooster

Wahi App
- Simplifies the process of bill payment and financial transactions, providing users with a convenient platform to manage their M-Pesa transactions efficiently. Built using Jetpack components and MVVM architecture.
- Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wahi.mpesa

Timeline

Android Engineer

AllMeats Kenya
04.2022 - 08.2022

Android Engineer

Systech Limited
01.2021 - Current

Android Engineer

KE Developers
01.2017 - 12.2020

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