Martin Ngigi
Software Engineer
Nairobi, Nairobi Province,30
Summary
Logical and results-driven Web Developer dedicated to building and optimizing user-focused websites for customers with various business objectives. Judicious and creative when crafting effective websites, apps and platforms to propel competitive advantage and revenue growth. Technically proficient and analytical problem solver with calm and focused demeanor.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Frontend Developer
The Wound Pros LLC
6 2021 - Current
- Lead the front-end team in design, development, and optimization of web applications
- Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers and backend engineers
- Implement front-end best practices for improved code quality and maintenance.
- Championed adoption of modern front-end frameworks for scalable application development across the organization.
- Resolved critical bugs promptly, resulting in uninterrupted service availability for end-users during peak usage hours.
- Employed coding practices based on commonly accepted standards to establish site layout and user interface.
- Researched emerging web technologies and trends for possible incorporation into sites.
- Accelerated project completion timelines through effective task prioritization and agile methodologies adoption.
Software Engineer Consultant
Prospector LLC
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Led frontend engineering efforts, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining web applications
- Excelled in troubleshooting and remediation for web applications, translating client requirements into application designs, and adhering to quality standards and policies.
- Designed enhancements and updates for subsystems of end-user applications software running on local, networked, and Internet-based platforms.
- Contributed to projects within Scrum project management environments.
- Championed the adoption of modern front-end frameworks for scalable application development across the organization.
- Tested web-based product functionality and delivered iterations to customer.
- Led development of a consistent design system by creating reusable components and style guides.
- Produced websites compatible with multiple browsers.
Software Engineer Consultant
IBUILD Global Inc
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Contributed software engineering expertise through the software life-cycle, from requirements definition to deployment
- Updated existing software, suggested improvements, and collaborated closely with development and testing teams to meet client requirements.
- Maintained existing software systems by identifying and correcting software defects.
- Collaborated with clients to define solution requirements.
- Participated in regular code review sessions, fostering collaborative learning opportunities among engineering staff members.
Software Engineer
Finetek Technologies K Ltd
04.2017 - 02.2020
- Developed Zalisha Africa, a web app for record keeping, data analytics, and financial access
- Worked as a full stack developer on multiple client projects using a variety of technologies, including Python/Django, Node.js, React.js, and Vue.js.
Education
B.Sc. Computer Science -
Kenyatta University
Nairobi, Kenya 09.2014 - 05.2018
Skills
UI HTML5/CSS
JAVASCRIPT/TYPESCRIPT
REACT JS/REDUX
VUE JS/VUEX
GRAPHQL
TAILWIND CSS
PYTHON
NODEJS
REACT NATIVE
SQL
MONGODB
FIREBASE
GIT
UNIX/LINUX SYSTEMS
GITHUB/HEROKU/AWS/GOOGLE CLOUD SERVICES
NEXTJS
SVELTE
Bio
Highly effective software developer with over 5 years of expertise, excelling in team collaboration and solution-oriented problem-solving. Known for a personable approach and a dedication to achieving high standards in software design, usability, and customer satisfaction. Adept at translating client requirements into innovative software solutions, ensuring exceptional user experiences and maintaining customer support excellence.
Timeline
Software Engineer Consultant
Prospector LLC
03.2021 - 03.2024
Software Engineer Consultant
IBUILD Global Inc
03.2020 - 11.2021
Software Engineer
Finetek Technologies K Ltd
04.2017 - 02.2020
B.Sc. Computer Science -
Kenyatta University
09.2014 - 05.2018
Lead Frontend Developer
The Wound Pros LLC
6 2021 - Current