Professional Summary

Seeking opportunities with innovative companies looking for experienced developers in modern web technologies. Expert in API design and microservices architecture, with extensive experience in cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud) and comprehensive testing frameworks (Jest, PHPUnit, Cypress). Founded and developed classifieds platforms with local payment processing using PesaPal and Daraja M-Pesa.
12+Years Experience
200+Upwork Projects
50+Production Apps

Professional Experience

Senior Full-Stack Developer

Veri Connect (Ireland - Remote)
Sept 2022 - Present

Developed national training management systems for public infrastructure services and maintained confidential Government Training Platforms using custom and Moodle platforms.

  • Developed and maintained confidential Government Training Platforms using custom and Moodle platforms
  • Built and maintained large-scale WooCommerce platforms with GlobalPay/Stripe integration
  • Deployed and managed production systems using Docker, Kubernetes, and GitHub Actions
  • Introduced TDD practices that reduced production bugs by 40% and improved CI/CD pipeline efficiency by 25%
  • Technologies: WordPress, Moodle(H5P), Laravel, PHP, MySQL, React.js and Vue.js

Web Developer

Luxury Watch Service (USA - Remote)
Feb 2022 - Aug 2022

Developed custom shipping APIs and converted designs into fully functional WordPress themes with significant performance improvements.

  • Developed custom FedEx & UPS shipping APIs without third-party plugins, reducing costs by $600/month
  • Converted Figma designs into fully functional, responsive WordPress theme with pixel-perfect accuracy
  • Optimized SEO (metadata, site speed, schema markup), increasing organic traffic and search rankings
  • Improved mobile responsiveness scores from 68 → 95 (Google Lighthouse)
  • Technologies: WordPress, REST APIs, PHP, JavaScript, Google Lighthouse

Full Stack Developer

PushingPandas (Germany - Remote)
Jan 2020 - Aug 2022

Built responsive web applications for NFT marketplace using modern JavaScript frameworks and blockchain technologies with smart contract integration.

  • Built responsive NFT marketplace using JavaScript, RESTful APIs, web3.js integration, and Solidity smart contracts
  • Integrated Vue.js SPA with Laravel REST API (98% uptime), reducing frontend load times by 40%
  • Conducted smart contract security audits and implemented lazy-loading for NFT media assets
  • Delivered 5+ production applications using React.js with TypeScript, Angular.js and MongoDB
  • Technologies: Vue.js, Laravel, Solidity, Web3.js, Tailwind CSS, PHP, MongoDB, Docker

Full-Stack Developer

Eeyou (Canada - Remote)
Mar 2019 - Jan 2020

Collaborated with Canadian development team to enhance Symfony-based telecommunications management system for Northern communities.

  • Enhanced Symfony-based telecommunications management system
  • Designed and optimized MySQL database schemas for improved data transit tracking
  • Developed features to facilitate interconnection between regional networks and global service providers
  • Implemented backend modules supporting digital divide bridging in Northern communities
  • Technologies: Symfony 3, MySQL 8, Redis, Bootstrap

Founder & Full-Stack Developer

Vuum.co.ke & Hot254.co.ke (Kenya)
Jun 2015 - Jan 2016

Founded and developed two classifieds platforms serving local markets with integrated local payment processing and real-time communication features.

  • Designed and developed two classifieds platforms handling local users and payments through PesaPal and M-Pesa
  • Created the first open-source Laravel PesaPal package for payment processing
  • Built RESTful APIs using Eloquent ORM for vehicle and general listings with advanced search filters
  • Implemented user authentication with role-based access control and responsive, mobile-friendly UI
  • Integrated WebSockets for instant user-to-user chat functionality
  • Technologies: Laravel, MySQL, Bootstrap 3 & 4, jQuery(AJAX), Node.js, WebSockets

Top Rated Freelance Developer

Upwork (Global - Remote)
2013 - 2020

Achieved Top Rated status on Upwork while completing 200+ projects for international clients. Specialized in full-stack web development, WordPress customization, and e-commerce solutions.

  • Completed 200+ projects with 100% job success score and Top Rated status
  • Delivered custom web applications for clients across USA, Europe, and Australia
  • Specialized in WordPress development, Laravel applications, and e-commerce platforms
  • Built responsive websites, custom plugins, and API integrations
  • Maintained 5-star rating average across all completed projects
  • Technologies: PHP, Laravel, WordPress, JavaScript, MySQL, Bootstrap, jQuery

Full Stack Developer

Clickaleys.com (USA - Remote)
Mar 2013 - May 2017

Developed a comprehensive marketing system for eCommerce sellers, managing large-scale operations and generating significant revenue.

  • Developed full-featured marketing system supporting 21 stores and 21,000+ customers with 600K+ monthly traffic
  • Scaled platform to process 21,000+ product sales through custom order workflows
  • Managed 149 marketing users with role-based permissions and analytics dashboards
  • Built responsive UI with Bootstrap and dynamic features using jQuery
  • Successfully generated $1M+ in sales before strategic discontinuation due to market competition
  • Technologies: Laravel (Eloquent ORM, Blade templating), MySQL, Bootstrap, jQuery

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

September 2013 - December 2017

Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering

East African School of Aviation

September 2010 - September 2013

Technologies & Tools

PHP
JavaScript
TypeScript
Python
Solidity
Laravel
Symfony
Node.js
React.js
Vue.js
Angular
Web3.js
Bootstrap
Tailwind CSS
MySQL
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
WordPress
Moodle
Magento
Jest
PHPUnit
Cypress
Docker
Kubernetes
AWS
Google Cloud
CI/CD
Git
GitHub Actions
GraphQL