Backend Developer Intern at KCB Bank Kenya: Business Services & Solutions (BSS) (2026-01 – 2026-04)
Daily Operations & Project Coordination
- Participated in daily Agile stand-up meetings to report progress, flag blockers, and align deliverables with the team, directly mirroring IT project tracking and status-reporting responsibilities.
- Designed and implemented backend solutions for a Project Management API, contributing to system architecture, documentation, and iterative feature delivery.
- Tested and validated APIs using Postman to ensure reliability, performance, and adherence to functional requirements; logged issues and tracked resolution outcomes.
- Managed and maintained PostgreSQL databases using pgAdmin 4, executing queries, ensuring data integrity, and supporting backend operational continuity.
- Used IntelliJ IDEA as the primary IDE for coding, version control, and day-to-day project management tasks.
- Coordinated with the Quality Assurance (QA) team to align on testing standards and quality benchmarks, supporting structured issue tracking and escalation workflows.
- Collaborated with Frontend Developers to align backend API services with UI requirements, demonstrating cross-functional communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
- Gained hands-on experience with Spring Boot for building, deploying, and documenting backend services.
IT Support Intern at Vijiji Network Connect (2024-05 – 2024-07)
- Tracked and coordinated field installation tasks for fibre cable networks across Kasarani, Roysambu, and Thome, ensuring timely project delivery and documentation of completed work.
- Maintained operational records and activity logs for router configurations, cable, and connectivity surveys.
- Coordinated with clients and field teams to schedule on-site visits, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and follow up on pending resolutions.
- Assisted in identifying optimal access-point placement through structured site surveys, contributing data used to inform project scoping and resource allocation decisions.
- Provided customer support via phone and on-site, capturing issues, escalating where necessary, and ensuring satisfactory resolution.
Volunteer – ICT Department at Daraja Academy (2019-01 – 2022-12)
- Maintained IT asset records and supported Level 1 fault handling: replacing faulty patch cables and switches, installing Windows OS, and deploying antivirus software across campus PCs.
- Created and maintained onboarding documentation and PC-use guides for incoming students and staff, supporting IT operational procedures.
- Organized and processed administrative data, demonstrating accuracy, attention to detail, and records management skills.
