Gloria Kambua

Gloria Kambua

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Senior Software Engineer | Distributed Backend & Data Systems | Web3, FinTech & AI Platforms
Nairobi County, Kenya

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Starting at USD60k/year
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Starting at USD35/hour

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  • Safaricom PLC
    Integrations Engineer
    Safaricom PLC
    Mar 2025 - Current (1 year 7 months)
  • Axxis Systems
    Software Engineer
    Axxis Systems
    Jun 2023 - Jun 2025 (2 years 1 month)
    - Led the end-to-end development of a distributed insurance management system for a key client in Kenya. Directed a team to deliver advanced modules for policy management, claims processing, and customer service, which played a pivotal role in securing the client’s business. - Directed a team of engineers in developing robust API endpoints and backend services to expose SIS.Net functionality via web services. This significantly enhanced the system’s interoperability with third-party platforms and streamlined external integrations. - Spearheaded collaboration across cross-functional teams—including QA, Security, and Infrastructure—to strengthen platform s
  • Axxis Systems
    Software Engineer (Backend & Platform Systems)
    Axxis Systems
    Jun 2023 - Jun 2025 (2 years 1 month)
    - Led the end-to-end development of a distributed insurance management system for a key client in Kenya. Directed a team to deliver advanced modules for policy management, claims processing, and customer service, which played a pivotal role in securing the client’s business. - Directed a team of engineers in developing robust API endpoints and backend services to expose SIS.Net functionality via web services. This significantly enhanced the system’s interoperability with third-party platforms and streamlined external integrations. - Spearheaded collaboration across cross-functional teams—including QA, Security, and Infrastructure—to strengthen platform s
  • Climatebase
    Fellow
    Climatebase
    May 2023 - Aug 2023 (4 months)
    The Climatebase Fellowship is a competitive program designed to accelerate the careers of mission-driven professionals in the climate space. Through this interdisciplinary and community-focused educational experience, highly motivated and talented individuals can expand their knowledge and network, collaborate with like-minded peers, and learn from leaders in the field. This program brings together diverse individuals from different backgrounds, all committed to contributing their unique skills, insights, and perspectives toward creating a sustainable future. As a participant in this fellowship, I am excited to have the opportunity to leverage Climatebase's expertise and advance my skills as a Software Engineer.
  • Consult Group
    Software Engineer
    Consult Group
    Oct 2021 - Jun 2023 (1 year 9 months)
    ● Played a pivotal role in development of projects including Merchant Acquiring System, Crypto Exchange, Remittance Solution, E-Commerce System, E-Banking Platform, and Cross Border Payments. ● Created seamless communication channels between systems by developing APIs using Java EE and Jakarta EE. This resulted in a 50% reduction in integration time and a 25% increase in data exchange reliability. ● Implemented PCI DSS compliant Card Tokenization: Enhanced data security by implementing PCI DSS compliant card tokenization via blockchain technology. This implementation resulted in a 45% decrease in data breaches and a 50% improvement in compliance audit scores. ● Developed a cross-platform mobile app using Cordova and
  • Consult Group
    Software Engineer – Payments & Blockchain Platforms
    Consult Group
    Oct 2021 - Jun 2023 (1 year 9 months)
    ● Played a pivotal role in development of projects including Merchant Acquiring System, Crypto Exchange, Remittance Solution, E-Commerce System, E-Banking Platform, and Cross Border Payments. ● Created seamless communication channels between systems by developing APIs using Java EE and Jakarta EE. This resulted in a 50% reduction in integration time and a 25% increase in data exchange reliability. ● Implemented PCI DSS compliant Card Tokenization: Enhanced data security by implementing PCI DSS compliant card tokenization via blockchain technology. This implementation resulted in a 45% decrease in data breaches and a 50% improvement in compliance audit scores. ● Developed a cross-platform mobile app using Cordova and
  • P
    Software Developer (Backend & Payments Systems)
    PesaPrint
    Mar 2020 - Oct 2021 (1 year 8 months)
    ● Implemented Java EE APIs for optimized transaction processing, resulting in a 50% increase in transaction speed and a 40% reduction in processing errors. ● Contributed to projects such as Card Issuing, Card Acquiring, Merchant Acquiring, Loyalty Management, and EMV QR payments. ● Integrated systems with Internet Payment Gateway, Core Banking Systems, and Bill Aggregator for enhanced security and data synchronization. ● Developed a cross-platform mobile app using Cordova and Framework7.io, increasing user engagement by 30% and reducing development costs by 20%.
  • P
    Software Developer
    PesaPrint
    Mar 2020 - Oct 2021 (1 year 8 months)
    ● Implemented Java EE APIs for optimized transaction processing, resulting in a 50% increase in transaction speed and a 40% reduction in processing errors. ● Contributed to projects such as Card Issuing, Card Acquiring, Merchant Acquiring, Loyalty Management, and EMV QR payments. ● Integrated systems with Internet Payment Gateway, Core Banking Systems, and Bill Aggregator for enhanced security and data synchronization. ● Developed a cross-platform mobile app using Cordova and Framework7.io, increasing user engagement by 30% and reducing development costs by 20%.
  • F
    Software Engineer Intern
    Fedha Electrics Limited
    Aug 2019 - Dec 2019 (5 months)
    ● Designed software for a fleet management solution used by Dalcom Kenya ltd, Gag Technologies, and Mvita Autodiesel systems, approved by NTSA, KEBS, and the Ministry of Transport. ● Collaborated with client stakeholders to devise technical solutions aligned with business requirements. ● Utilized responsive web frameworks to expedite project timelines and deliver high-quality solutions. ● Built stable and maintainable codebases with Java, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and jQuery .
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  • Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology JKUAT
    Mathematics and computer science, Computer Science
    Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology JKUAT
    Jan 2015 - Jan 2019 (4 years 1 month)
  • Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
    Mathematics and computer science, Computer Science
    Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
    Jan 2015 - Dec 2019 (5 years)