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Samuel Mburu

Network and Systems Engineer
Nairobi,30

Summary

Network & Systems Engineer with 9+ years of experience designing, implementing and operating high-availability networks and server platforms across ISP, data center and enterprise environments. Proven track record delivering EVPN/VXLAN data center fabrics, multi-gigabit ISP core networks, virtualized server infrastructures and Kubernetes-based platforms, including GSLB-driven disaster recovery architectures. Strong hands-on expertise in routing and switching, network security, systems administration and cloud technologies (GCP, Azure), complemented by automation skills in Ansible, Bash and Golang. Adept at translating business requirements into scalable, well-documented technical designs and leading cross-functional teams from concept through implementation.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Network Engineer

Andela | Irembo
12.2023 - 06.2025
  • Designed and implemented a highly available EVPN/VXLAN data center and disaster recovery architecture, integrating firewalls, routers, switches, GSLB and Kubernetes platforms. Owned end-to-end automation, monitoring and security hardening, including custom webhook integrations for DNS-based failover, to deliver resilient, observable and well-documented infrastructure services.
  • Developed documentation for network configurations and procedures, enhancing team knowledge sharing.
  • Trained junior engineers on advanced networking concepts and troubleshooting techniques, fostering skill development.

Technical Solutions Consultant

Self-Employed (Hyperwave Networks)
01.2019 - 11.2023
  • Provided end-to-end network and systems consulting for ISPs, enterprises and non-profits, including multi-gigabit ISP core design and VMware ESXi virtualization. Key engagements included implementing a virtualized server environment on VMware ESXi for Nairobi Baptist Church, delivering a VOIP and SD-WAN solution for 3M Company, and designing VOIP and network infrastructure for Population Reference Bureau (PRB), and a cloud-hosted learning management system for Steadfat Academy, ensuring secure, scalable and cost-efficient operations for each client.

Network Engineer

Surf Kenya
10.2015 - 10.2018
  • Led field network operations for a wireless ISP, providing technical direction on cost-effective fixed internet and hotspot deployment.
  • Managed cross-functional field teams deploying and supporting routers, switches, wireless backhaul and monitoring systems, while improving processes, documentation and reporting to enhance service quality and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely on-site support for critical network issues.

Junior Telecom Engineer

Adrian Kenya Limited
02.2015 - 10.2015

Deployed and maintained mobile network infrastructure, including 2G/3G/4G BTS sites, microwave backhaul links and metro fiber routes. Performed installation, commissioning, corrective maintenance and L2 network support (router/switch configuration and troubleshooting) to ensure stable, carrier-grade connectivity for operator networks.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications And Information Engineering - Telecommunications

JKUAT
Juja
09.2009 - 11.2014

Skills

  • Wireless network design
  • Firewall management
  • Data center networking - EVPN/VXLAN
  • Network architecture design
  • Software-defined networking
  • Network security implementation
  • Disaster recovery planning
  • Network automation tools - Bash, Ansible, Golang
  • SD-WAN implementation
  • Load balancing strategies
  • Network capacity planning
  • Networking and routing protocol expertise

Timeline

Senior Network Engineer

Andela | Irembo
12.2023 - 06.2025

Technical Solutions Consultant

Self-Employed (Hyperwave Networks)
01.2019 - 11.2023

Network Engineer

Surf Kenya
10.2015 - 10.2018

Junior Telecom Engineer

Adrian Kenya Limited
02.2015 - 10.2015

Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications And Information Engineering - Telecommunications

JKUAT
09.2009 - 11.2014
Samuel MburuNetwork and Systems Engineer