Paul Shapwala
Mechatronics Engineer And Systems Designer
NAIROBI
Summary
Experienced Python developer with a strong background in building scalable web APIs, IoT solutions, and automation tools. Extensive expertise in web scraping, computer vision, and backend development for data-driven applications. Skilled in creating efficient and reliable code to optimize performance and enhance user experience. Passionate about staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and continuously improving skills to deliver innovative solutions.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
DSAIL
Nyeri, Nyeri District
09.2024 - Current
- Supported faculty researchers, assisting with experiment design and implementation.
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
- Presented research findings at university events, showcasing the value of undergraduate research efforts.
- Contributed to 2 ongoing projects on Acoustic data collection and website design for DSAIL
Attachee
KENGEN
Naivasha, Nakuru District
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics Engineering
Dedan Kimathi University
Nyeri, Nyeri District, Kenya 08.2021 - Current
Skills
- Python
- C
- C
- Flask
- Django
- FastAPI
- PostgreSQL
- SQLite
- MQTT
- PLCs
Microcontrollers
- Selenium
- BeautifulSoup
Image processing
- Google Cloud
- AWS
chess
Beyond coding, I am an avid chess player and have represented my university multiple times at the national level. My analytical mindset from chess translates into my approach to software development—strategic, precise, and focused on long-term efficiency.
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
DSAIL
09.2024 - Current
Attachee
KENGEN
01.2024 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics Engineering
Dedan Kimathi University
08.2021 - Current
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