Ignatius Ojiambo

Experience

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  Riverbank Solutions limited

  Apr 2014 - Dec 2016

  Software Engineer

  - Led project documentation and design, ensuring clear and effective communication of project goals and requirements.- Developed mobile applications on Android, enhancing user accessibility and experience.- Integrated back-end service with payment systems such as Temenos T24, Postilion, Tranzware, and Finacle via ISO 8583, improving transaction efficiency.- Developed APIs in Java and NodeJs, facilitating seamless data exchange between systems.- Created a web-based monitoring and analytics system for custom payment solutions, providing valuable insights for decision-making.- Integrated Mpesa C2B/B2B/B2C interface for custom solutions, expanding the range of payment methods. Show less

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  Binary Ltd

  Jun 2015 - Oct 2018

  As a goal-oriented technology leader- Developed technology strategies based on thorough requirement analysis.- Led the delivery of new technologies as a key project participant.- Implemented industry standards and provided expert technical advice.- Served as a reliable point for troubleshooting and problem resolution.- Scaled AWS infrastructure to meet project needs.- Built a world-class software support team and improved code quality.- Drove project planning and execution, ensuring project goals were met. Show less

  • Head Of Engineering

    Jan 2017 - Oct 2018

  • Software Development and Payment Integration Consultant

    Jun 2015 - Dec 2016
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  AVERY EAST AFRICA LTD

  Oct 2018 - Jan 2019

  Senior Software Consultant

  Led the successful execution of a high-impact project, developing an integrated weighbridge management solution, and ensuring strict adherence to budget, schedule, and scope. The solution is now operational across 46 stations in Kenya and Tanzania

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  NATHAN CLAIRE AFRICA

  Jan 2019 - Jan 2020

  Chief Technology Officer

  - Spearheaded a team of 7 diverse software engineers, actively contributing to the coding of a core lending module for a Sharia-compliant application.- Managed high-stakes projects, reporting directly to the CEO and leading the development of a lending and bill payments application for a local bank.- Translated high-level project goals into executable tasks, ensuring seamless project execution and roll-out.- Fostered strong relationships with clients/partners, defining problems and designing tailored technology solutions.- Proactively identified and mitigated project and technical risks, ensuring project success Show less

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  PayConnect Ltd

  Mar 2020 - Jul 2020

  Chief Technology Officer

  - Successfully transformed the organization to using 100% code versioning on Github from 0%, enhancing code management and collaboration. - Led daily technical collaborations, developing solutions across multiple platforms.- Provided responsive support for the engineering team's project management needs.- Authored software specifications, managed project execution, and defined product roll-out strategies.- Translated high-level goals into detailed, executable tasks.- Ensured clear documentation and communication of project activities and decisions.- Worked closely with clients to understand their problems and design appropriate solutions. Show less

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  Tracom Services Limited

  Aug 2020 - Aug 2021

  - Successfully led a diverse team of 20 backend and web frontend software engineers, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.- Pioneered the development and implementation of a comprehensive engineer training syllabus, resulting in the graduation of 30 candidates and the absorption of over 10 into the company.- Conducted effective quarterly performance dialogs, leading to significant career progression for 4 engineers from junior to mid-level positions.- Provided insightful weekly updates to C-Suite management on technical progress, bug budget, and team priorities, ensuring alignment on key banking solutions and tax management systems under development.- Established goal-oriented standard operating procedures for the team, enhancing efficiency in ticket creation, software development standards, issue escalation, and team communication. Show less

  • Technical Lead

    Oct 2020 - Aug 2021

  • Full-stack Developer

    Aug 2020 - Oct 2020
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  Kyosk.app

  Aug 2021 - Oct 2022

  Senior Software Engineering Manager

  Proven track record of leading engineering teams and expanding markets. Demonstrated expertise in team management, software-related SOPs, policy compliance, and system design-Led a team of 3 engineering squads, each consisting of 6 to 10 engineers, in expanding the business across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Nigeria.-Successfully recruited over 40 engineers and engineering managers to support the market expansion.-Developed and documented software-engineering-related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to streamline processes and improve efficiency.-Managed training on new policies and ensured team compliance with company policies.-Designed and architected systems to accommodate high traffic due to market expansion, contributing to a significant increase in revenue. Show less

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  Tech And Beyond Limited

  Sept 2021 - now

  Technical Team Lead

  Currently transforming traditional business processes into automated systems. Proven track record of reducing fraud and increasing revenue through the implementation of advanced technological solutions.- Transformed the payment of fines from an offline system to an online platform, resulting in a 100% reduction in fraud and a 10% increase in revenue collection for a government road maintenance agency- Automated the mining process from mines to export, including tracking the movement of all mined products. This initiative led to a 100% reduction in fraud and a significant increase in revenue collection Show less

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  Sendy

  Oct 2022 - Apr 2023

  Senior Software Engineering Manager

  leading high-performing engineering teams. Skilled in adopting Agile frameworks, implementing SOPs, and utilizing analytics dashboards to drive efficiency and reduce bugs- Led two teams of 6 engineers each, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment- Spearheaded the adoption of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), enhancing team agility and productivity- Introduced bug tracking using Jira, significantly improving software quality and team efficiency- Implemented an analytics dashboard that led to an 80% reduction in bugs, with a maximum bug lifespan of 3 weeksTech stack: Java, VueJS, TypeScript, Flutter, Micro-services, AWS Cloud Show less