Samuel Gutu

Detail-oriented Software Engineer with a strong foundation in building reliable, scalable software solutions. Proficient in modern programming languages, database management, and full-stack web application development. Adept at translating complex technical requirements into clean, maintainable code and dedicated to driving efficient software engineering practices within innovative teams.

Software Engineer - Mawega - Kirinyaga, Kenya

(2023-09)

• Architected and developed key full-stack web applications utilizing React and modern JavaScript frameworks, improving interface responsiveness and user experience.
• Designed and implemented secure, scalable RESTful APIs to integrate backend business logic with external services and third-party tools.
• Optimized database operations and SQL query performance, leading to a noticeable reduction in page load latency and data retrieval times.
• Collaborated closely with cross-functional team members in an Agile environment to deliver iterative software updates and participate in code reviews.

B.S. - Computer Science / Information Technology - University of Kirinyaga (2024)