Nairobi, Kenya / Software Developer

Collins Ochieng.

From data to dependable software.

I build backend applications, REST APIs, and database-driven systems with Python, JavaScript, and SQL. I enjoy solving practical problems, mentoring developers, and exploring how cloud infrastructure helps software run reliably.

BACKEND DEVELOPMENT / CLOUD / DEVOPS

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About me

I’m Collins, a software developer based in Nairobi, Kenya. My experience spans backend development, API integration, database management, debugging, and technical mentoring.

I’ve worked on a SaaS auctioning platform, helped learners build Django applications, and reviewed software projects with an eye for clear, maintainable code.

Alongside software development, I’m studying Computer Science and Medical Laboratory Science. That combination fuels my interest in healthtech, research, and useful technology with a human impact.

Backend & APIs

  • Python
  • Django / DRF
  • FastAPI / Flask
  • JavaScript / Node.js
  • REST APIs / JWT

Data & storage

  • SQL
  • PostgreSQL
  • MySQL
  • MongoDB
  • Redis

Cloud & tooling

  • AWS
  • DigitalOcean
  • Docker
  • Linux / Shell
  • Nginx
  • Git / GitHub
  • Postman

Selected projects

Higher education platform

Learning Management System

A role-based learning platform with REST APIs and access workflows for students, tutors, parents, and administrators.

Built backend workflows and designed relational data models to support platform operations.

  • Python
  • Django
  • Django REST Framework
  • PostgreSQL

M-PESA payment integration

E-commerce Platform

An API-driven e-commerce backend connecting product and order workflows with local payments.

Built backend services and integrated a local payment gateway, supporting communication between client and server.

  • Python
  • Django REST Framework
  • PostgreSQL
  • REST APIs
  • M-PESA

Explore my GitHub profile ↗

Experience

Jan 2026 — Present

Community Ambassador / Startup Outreach & Partnerships Team Lead

ITExperience, INC

  • Led outreach to approximately 30 startup founders, securing 6 potential partnerships.
  • Developed participant progress-tracking workflows with Google Forms and Slack to identify project blockers.
  • Supported 4,000+ IBM SkillsBuild learners with sign-up and platform-navigation challenges.

Sep 2024 — Jan 2025

Web Development Tutor / Mentor

eMobilis Technology Training Institute

  • Mentored 65+ learners through hands-on web development and backend projects.
  • Guided learners in building Django applications, including an e-commerce project with M-PESA integration.
  • Reviewed code, supported debugging, and taught Python, Django, HTML, MySQL, and database fundamentals.

Jun 2024 — Sep 2024

Backend Software Developer

Darasani Hub

  • Improved the core e-sourcing auctioning module of the SaaS platform.
  • Profiled and optimized high-use APIs, reducing latency from 2–3 seconds to under 500 ms for selected use cases.
  • Implemented database-backed backend features and APIs, and collaborated on debugging and data workflows.

May 2024 — Aug 2024

Software Engineering Project Reviewer & Mentor

ALX Africa

  • Reviewed 50+ student projects, providing feedback on code quality, functionality, debugging, and best practices.

Oct 2023 — Nov 2023

Quality Content Delivery Tester

Aspire Institute

  • Evaluated e-learning content quality and consistency and recommended improvements to course effectiveness and engagement.

May 2022 — Sep 2022

Customer Care Support Intern

Equity Bank

  • Achieved a 95% customer satisfaction rating through technical support and clear communication.
  • Analyzed support metrics and improved processes, increasing ticket resolution speed by 25%.

Education

EDUCATION

BSc in Computer Science

University of the People

May 2024 — Dec 2026 (expected)

BSc in Medical Laboratory Science and Technology

University of Nairobi

Sep 2022 — Dec 2026 (expected)

Software Engineering

ALX Africa

May 2023 — Aug 2024

CERTIFICATIONS

Bioinformatics and Precision Medicine

Stanford University

Apr — Jul 2025

Software Development

Power Learn Africa

Feb — Jun 2024

Web Development

eMobilis Institute of Technology

Sep — Dec 2023

Presidential List Recognition
University of the People · February 2025

Let’s connect

Have something in mind?

I’m open to software development, backend, cloud, and DevOps opportunities — from internships and apprenticeships to entry-level and suitable mid-level roles. If my experience fits your team or project, I’d love to hear from you.