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Owen Kamau

Owen Kamau

Nairobi

Summary

Experienced Front End Developer with 5+ years of expertise in designing, developing, and maintaining dynamic web and mobile applications. Adept at utilizing a robust technical skill set and creative problem-solving to craft engaging and intuitive user experiences. Proficient in code optimization, effective debugging, and collaborative project management, resulting in the delivery of high-performance applications. Demonstrated ability to implement responsive and adaptive designs across various platforms, ensuring seamless user interactions. Seeking to leverage my extensive technical proficiency in JavaScript, React.js, React Native, and Redux to contribute to the success and innovation of your company.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Frontend Developer

Nile Capital
01.2022 - 04.2024
  • Developed interactive user interfaces using React.js and React Native, enhancing user engagement by 15% and improving application usability
  • Translated designs and wireframes into high-quality code, reducing development time by days and increasing project delivery efficiency
  • Utilized the Expo toolchain for React Native development, accelerating the deployment process by 20% and streamlining mobile application updates
  • Implemented responsive designs, ensuring cross-browser compatibility and achieving a 90% user satisfaction rate across various devices
  • Identified performance bottlenecks and optimized React.js and React Native applications, improving load times by 15% and boosting application performance
  • Managed application state using Redux.

Full Stack Developer

Ongair
01.2020 - 05.2022
  • Developed new features in ReactJS resulting in seamless integration with server-side logic in Ruby on Rails
  • Designed, built, and maintained Ruby and ReactJS codebases leading to robust and scalable application architecture
  • Integrated data storage solutions using MySQL achieving efficient and reliable data management
  • Implemented a responsive UI with ReactJS enhancing overall user experience.

Frontend Developer

Touch Inspiration
08.2018 - 12.2020
  • Developed mobile applications, websites, and landing pages from concept through deployment, resulting in streamlined project execution and enhanced client satisfaction
  • Assessed UX and UI designs for technical feasibility, collaborating effectively with product teams and backend developers to ensure seamless implementation and user experience
  • Leveraged REST APIs for integrations in both mobile and web applications, enhancing functionality and improving data consistency across platforms
  • Implemented responsive and smooth UI across mobile and web applications, significantly improving user engagement and overall application performance.

Front End Developer

Ongair
11.2018 - 02.2019
  • Developed new landing pages from concept to deployment, resulting in increased user engagement
  • Collaborated with UX/UI designers and project managers to implement landing pages, enhancing overall design consistency and user satisfaction.

Curriculum Engineer

Moringa School
05.2017 - 09.2017
  • Collaborated with curriculum designers to create new learning content, enhancing educational materials
  • Conducted stand-ups and performed code reviews in JavaScript and Ruby, improving code quality and team collaboration
  • Implemented standard requirements for student projects, ensuring consistency and quality across submissions
  • Created part of the learning content, impacting over 100+ students with improved educational resources.

Education

Software Development Immersive, JavaScript Specialization -

Moringa School
05.2017

Skills

  • CSS3
  • HTML5
  • Javascript
  • ReactJS/React Native
  • Code Review
  • Collaborative Project Management
  • Firebase
  • Git
  • SASS
  • Restful API
  • Redux

Hobbies and Interests

  • Artist: Abstract painting and cartoonist.
  • Hiking: Enthusiast with recent hikes at Mt. Longonot, Karura Forest, and The Forest.

Languages

English
Proficient
C2

Referees

  • Mr. Julius: Technical Mentor, Java, web3, blockchain Developer, (+254) 765-064-126, kariukijulius63@gmail.com
  • Mr. Charles: Back-End Developer, E-Kitabu, (+254) 707-426-160, kakaicharles92@gmail.com

Timeline

Frontend Developer

Nile Capital
01.2022 - 04.2024

Full Stack Developer

Ongair
01.2020 - 05.2022

Front End Developer

Ongair
11.2018 - 02.2019

Frontend Developer

Touch Inspiration
08.2018 - 12.2020

Curriculum Engineer

Moringa School
05.2017 - 09.2017

Software Development Immersive, JavaScript Specialization -

Moringa School
Owen Kamau