Herbert Bruno Oketa Yot

Herbert Bruno Oketa Yot - Software Developer linkedin.com/in/herbertug - Kampala, Uganda Experienced and innovative Software Developer with over 5 years of experience in creating and implementing cutting-edge software solutions to enhance business efficiency. Highly skilled in all phases of the software development lifecycle and comprehensive project management, from initial concept to final deployment. Consistently acknowledged as a proactive and adept leader, proficient in managing cross-functional teams in a high-speed, deadline-driven environment to ensure timely project completion. Skills • React, Vue.js, Angular, Next.js, Redux, Redux Toolkit, Zustand, Typescript, React Native, Jest, Mocha, HTML5, CSS Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap, Material UI, Styled-components • Node.js, Nest.js, Express.js, PHP/Laravel, Python, PostgreSQL, MySQL • AWS (S3, EC2), Google Cloud, VPS, Docker, Figma, Adobe XD, Zeplin, Git, Jira, Trello, Azure Devops Work Experience Freelance Full Stack Developer & Consultant 01/2024 - Present Self-Employed · Kampala, Uganda • Designed and developed APIs for seamless integration with third-party services and internal systems. • Provided consulting services to advise businesses on software architecture, performance optimization, and cloud solutions. • Delivered end-to-end solutions, from ideation and design to development, testing, and deployment, ensuring quality and client satisfaction. • Maintained ongoing client relationships by offering technical support and implementing feature updates based on feedback. Full Stack Developer 12/2022 – 12/2023 Ndovu · Contract · Nairobi, Kenya Remote • Refactored the codebase for scalability and reusability, focusing on React-based components and improving platform security for handling financial data. • Optimized the frontend to deliver an intuitive user experience, enhancing client navigation across investment options. • Actively contributed to discussions on feature enhancements and product improvement, ensuring the platform met evolving user needs. • Streamlined development processes by implementing efficient task tracking and collaboration using GitHub and Jira. Full Stack Developer 10/2021 - 06/2022 LevelTen Energy · Contract · Seattle · WA · USA Remote • Spearheaded frontend optimizations, improving page load times and user interface responsiveness for a cleaner user experience. • Developed and tested APIs, maintaining clear and up-to-date documentation to enhance developer accessibility. • Collaborated closely with the product team to transform business requirements into actionable development tasks and deliverables. • Participated in planning sessions to align project timelines with business goals and client expectations. HIS Developer 03/2021 - 09/2021 UC Global Programs · Contract · Kampala · Uganda Hybrid • Designed and developed a healthcare monitoring platform on OpenMRS, enabling efficient HIV and COVID-19 data tracking. • Built micro frontends to enhance platform modularity and scalability, ensuring the system met healthcare provider needs. • Led frontend development, implementing responsive design principles to improve usability across devices. • Documented technical workflows to support seamless knowledge transfer and ensure system sustainability. Frontend Developer 01/2021 – 06/2021 Fairventures Worldwide · Contract · Kampala · Uganda Remote • Refactored and optimized the application codebase using React, ensuring scalability and maintainability for future feature development. • Implemented CI/CD pipelines using GitHub, AWS EC2, and CircleCI to automate deployments and reduce manual errors. • Developed unit tests with Jest to validate core functionalities, improving application reliability. • Actively participated in architectural planning and decision-making to align features with market demands. Career Break Full Stack Developer 03/2020 – 01/2021 11/2017 – 03/2020 Andela · Kampala, Uganda Hybrid • Designed and implemented reusable components using Vue.js, streamlining development processes and ensuring code consistency. • Integrated backend APIs into frontend systems, delivering robust and user-friendly interfaces. • Utilized project management tools like Jira, GitHub, and Trello to improve collaboration and track progress. • Worked on outsourced projects, delivering high-quality solutions that adhered to client specifications and deadlines.