John Kennedy

Senior Software Engineer with a track record designing and delivering scalable backend systems, distributed data processing pipelines, and developer tooling. Passionate about building robust systems that power the next generation of industries.

Contingent Software Engineer - Morgan Stanley - Accra, Ghana

(2024-10)

• Designed and developed a Domain-Specific Language (DSL) used firm-wide to streamline the creation of business reports.
• Built interactive visualization and data-lineage tools to improve observability and reduce troubleshooting time for complex business logic.
• Integrated the DSL with Spark-based pipelines to build a system for liquidity stress-test scenarios and contingencies.
• Worked closely with stakeholders to modernize internal and regulatory liquidity reports.
• Driving architectural discussions, conducting code reviews, and leading performance optimization efforts to ensure system robustness and efficiency.

Senior Software Engineer - Turntabl - Accra, Ghana

(2024-04)

• Contracted to Morgan Stanley as a Software Engineer.
• Mentoring and tutoring new developers through code reviews, pair programming, and technical guidance.
• Worked as lead backend engineer on an open-source governance tool, contributing to its design and implementation.

Senior Software Engineer - Moja Africa Services Ltd - Accra, Ghana

(2023-04 - 2024-03)

• Worked closely with stakeholders from KGL (Keed Ghana Limited) to develop the USSD based "590" game.
• Led USSD and Mobile Banking integration for the "590" game in Nigeria.
• Optimized data pipelines for real-time operations and analytics.
• Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure scalability, fault tolerance, and regulatory compliance across regions.

Senior Software Engineer - Infotech Dot Net Systems Ltd - Accra, Ghana

(2021-11 - 2023-03)

• Designed and maintained a system for managing electronic medical records.
• Led the modernization of deployment infrastructure.
• Managed a development team, ensuring code quality, technical mentorship, and timely delivery of features.
• Worked closely with administrative teams to ensure the system met evolving healthcare and regulatory requirements.

Software Developer (Intern & Contract) - Infotech Dot Net Systems Ltd - Accra, Ghana

(2019-06 - 2021-10)

• Implemented a system to track drug and supply inventories, manage purchase orders, and handle disposal of expired items.
• Ensured accurate stock levels, streamlined procurement, and supported regulatory compliance within hospital operations.

MSc - Computer Science - University of East London (2024)

BSc - Computer Science - University of Ghana (2017 - 2021)