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Arnold K.

Nairobi, Kenya

$15/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I help businesses build reliable backend systems, scalable APIs, workflow automation, and full-stack applications that support real operational growth. With strong experience in Java Spring Boot, Python, and modern deployment practices, I deliver production-ready systems that prioritize maintainability, performance, and business continuity. A recent project involved delivering a large-scale medical insurance platform to production in Kenya, supporting 50+ insurance schemes and complex workflows including claims processing, prior authorizations, reimbursements, provider payments, and member management. Core strengths: Java Spring Boot backend systems Python development and automation REST/SOAP third-party integrations Kafka and asynchronous architectures PostgreSQL & SQL Server performance optimization Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Git, Linux AWS (plus some GCP exposure) Full-stack support with Node.js and Next.js I work through clear milestones, maintain strong communication, and focus on delivering stable systems that remain easy to maintain after project handoff. My goal is simple: build dependable software that solves real business problems.

  • Java
  • GitHub
  • React
  • Back-End Development
  • Spring Cloud
  • Spring MVC
  • Database
  • Microservice
  • JavaFX
  • Core Java
  • AWS Cloud9
  • CI/CD
  • Kubernetes
  • REST API
Daniel W.

Nairobi, Kenya

$50/hr
4.8
21 jobs

Results-driven Senior Software Engineer with over 10 years of experience in backend and full-stack development across fintech, e-commerce, and education domains. Proven expertise in building scalable systems, leading engineering teams, and delivering mission-critical software. Adept in modern Java frameworks, AWS cloud services, and microservices architecture. Strong collaborator and mentor with a passion for clean code and continuous improvement My expertise include: ➡️ Languages & Frameworks: Java (8+), Kotlin, Spring Boot, Quarkus, JPA (Hibernate, EclipseLink), JAX-RS, GraphQL, gRPC ➡️ Frontend: Angular 12+, HTML5, CSS3, SCSS, JavaScript, TypeScript enabling the creation of dynamic and responsive user interfaces. ➡️ Cloud & DevOps: AWS (EC2, S3, SQS, RDS, Glue, Athena), Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD ➡️ Architecture: Microservices, Event-driven Architecture (Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, SQS) ➡️ Tools & Testing: Git, JIRA, Slack, JUnit, Mockito, Redis, ETL, Cube.js ➡️ Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Cassandra ➡️ Event-driven architecture (ActiveMq, Apache Kafka, RabbitMq and AWS SQS) ➡️ CI/CD (Github Actions, GitLab CI/CD)

  • Java
  • Hibernate
  • Spring Boot
  • RESTful API
  • Docker
  • Microservice
  • JavaScript
  • SQL
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Open Data Kit
  • NoSQL Database
  • Apache Kafka
  • CSS
  • Angular 10
  • HTML5
Jeremiah W.

Bungoma, Kenya

$20/hr
5.0
6 jobs

As a fullstack java developer specializing in Java (Spring Boot) and Typescript I bring practical experience in building and optimizing high-performance, scalable fullstack systems. My expertise includes designing RESTful APIs, implementing microservices, and managing end-to-end deployments with a DevOps mindset, utilizing CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes to streamline development and deployment workflows. I am skilled in both cloud-based and on-premises environments, with a strong focus on automation, efficiency, and system reliability. With a proven track record in collaborative environments, I’m committed to delivering robust solutions, solving complex backend challenges, and continuously evolving my skills in backend and DevOps practices. I’m excited to contribute to innovative projects and help drive a team’s success with my hands-on approach and dedication to quality.

  • Java
  • JUnit
  • Spring Boot
  • Spring Framework
  • JavaFX
  • Spring Security
  • Git
  • SQL
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Microservice
  • Grafana
  • Swing
  • Thymeleaf
  • C++
Japheth O.

Nairobi, Kenya

$25/hr
4.7
161 jobs

Provide real solutions Experienced in Java Programming, Apache Wicket framework, Spring MVC, Spring, Spring-boot, Angula JS, Google Guice, twitter bootstrap, Mercurial, Git, Subversion, jpa, hibernate, mysql, postgresql, linux administration for redhat, centOS, ubuntu, openSuSE, SLES, fedora, Amazon Web Services, Ckan deployment, heroku, jhipster, Spring Webflux, Apache OfBiz

  • Java
  • Apache Tomcat
  • Spring Framework
  • Alfresco Content Services
  • Angular
  • Amazon EC2
  • PostgreSQL
  • Linux System Administration
  • PostgreSQL Programming
  • JHipster
  • Apache OFBiz
  • jQuery

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