Position: Android Developer
Category: Android
English level: fluent
Years of experience: 4

-> mTek App. As a mid-level Android Engineer at Hillcroft Group Technologies, I have contributed to building a platform that enables customers to purchase insurance directly from insurers, compare policies, and file claims through their smart devices. My contributions to the app have included optimizing the search engine for better performance, resulting in a response time of 2 to 3 seconds from an initial 5 to 6 seconds. I have worked closely with the business team to identify bottlenecks and gather clients' feedback to transform them into user-friendly features. To support continuous integration, I helped set up Android CI to automate tests and track changes from the dev to the release environment. I stay up-to-date with the latest technologies by attending events like Google I/O and participating in local Android and Kotlin user groups. I also take online courses to broaden my knowledge.
Summary: Improved user experience, identified bottlenecks and transformed feedback into features, & supported continuous integration.

-> Ngao Credit. As the lead Android Engineer for Ngao Credit, I was responsible for the development of a mobile banking app that offers quick logbook loans, asset finance, loans against shares, and import finance. This was the first application in Kenya that allows clients to take loans against shares through the regulatory CDSC. Collaborating with non-technical and technical teams, I created the platform from ideation to release. Leading this project was challenging due to the technical gaps that arise when dealing with a business team, but I overcame this by conducting extensive research and creating a pilot application to demonstrate the blueprint for the final project. The app has received an average rating of 4.8 on Play Store, indicating high user satisfaction.
Summary: Led development from ideation to release, collaborated with non-technical and technical teams, overcame challenges with extensive research, and demonstrated high user satisfaction through app rating.
As an experienced Android Engineer, I bring a strong quality mindset and expertise in Kotlin and Java. I have demonstrated proficiency in design pattern architecture using frameworks such as MVVM and a solid understanding of coroutines and multi-threaded programming. My experience developing and distributing frameworks/libraries includes the Jetpack tools. I excel at researching and determining the best technologies to solve problems and implement features. I am skilled at identifying and reducing technical debt, planning and estimating features, and writing and designing automated tests. I have experience enhancing continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines for streamlined development. My passion for innovation and collaboration makes me a valuable asset to any team.