Kevin K Musanii,
Software Developer
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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kevin-musanii99ab65137
GitLab: gitlab.com/mussanii
PROFILE
Versatile full-stack web developer with over 7 years of experience designing, building, and maintaining robust web applications. Specializes in
PHP (Laravel), Vue.js, and Python, with strong backend architecture, API development, and frontend integration skills. Adept in DevOps
practices including CI/CD, Docker, and cloud deployments on AWS. Demonstrated success in delivering user-friendly SaaS platforms, CMS
customizations, and enterprise systems with high availability and scalability. Passionate about solving complex problems, improving
performance, and mentoring development teams.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Languages & Frameworks: PHP (Laravel), JavaScript (Vue.js, ES6+), Python
Frontend: Vue.js, HTML5, CSS3, Tailwind CSS, AJAX, JSON, JQuery
Backend: Laravel, RESTful APIs, Swagger, Authentication, MVC
DevOps & Cloud: Docker, GitLab CI/CD, AWS (EC2, S3, RDS), Nginx
Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB – Design, Optimization, Backup
CMS & Platforms: Laravel Twill, Moodle, OpenEDX Studio
Testing & Tools: Behat (Gherkin), PHPUnit, Git, GitLab, CLI, Jira
System Administration: Linux (CentOS, Debian), Nginx, Shell Scripting, Server Security
Others: System Architecture, Technical Documentation, Agile Development
INTERESTS
System performance, cloud architecture, cybersecurity, support automation, DevOps workflows,
EMPLOYMENT H I S T O R Y
Oct 2022 — Dec 2024
Senior Full Stack Engineer, Farwell Consultants Limited
• Reduced bugs reported by 50% using Test Driven Development and Behavior Driven
Development approaches in writing, developing, testing and debugging codes.
• Managed Linux-based production servers and cloud deployments using AWS and Digital
Ocean.
• Implemented CI/CD pipelines and automated testing for stable code delivery
• Provided ongoing technical support for internal teams and clients, reducing incident
response time by 35%.
• Increased rate for generating reports by 50% after redesigning and refactoring monolith
application to micro-services.
• Engaged latest technologies and pioneered as the first individual in the team to develop
solutions using the technologies.
• Offered technical advice reviewing the design and architectures of applications which led to
developing optimal solutions.
• Upgraded their signature software using the latest version of Laravel, separating monolithic
modules that would better run as background services.
• Developed corporate e-Learning web applications using the latest version of Laravel, Twill CMS
and OpenEDX studio
• Introduced Live sessions and Training calendar modules into all the client’s e-Learning
applications
• Developed a Multilingual microsite consuming the latest version of OpenEDX studio for a major
client.
• Worked closely with my team to deliver a Moodle learning platform for a major University in
Kenya
• Wrote clear and precise technical documentations and flow diagrams, Training and
administrator manuals for all the applications I developed
• Participated in weekly code reviews and mentored junior engineers in the company
Nov 2020 — Feb 2023
Senior Laravel Developer, Gratitude India.
• Configured GitLab CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments and testing.
• Improved system integration (backend and frontend) by the team by creating documentation
for endpoints with sample languages where I was the primary developer
• Worked closely with backend teams to maintain and scale infrastructure.
• Prepared test cases and tested code in behavior driven development using Behat delivering a
solution with valid and verifiable results.
• Refactored Jobseeker, Authentication and Recruiter REST API’s for MyGlit Mobile application
• Developed Lateral Questionnaire module according to the SRS document
• Developed Lateral Consultancy module for recruiters according to the SRS document
• Implemented the mass emailing service and lateral sms module
• Worked closely with a team of backend Engineers to implement the global search and mass
resume upload and parsing services using Elastic search.
• Upgraded and maintained Myglit jobs website for three sourcing countries.
• Mentored and participated code reviews with my team as a Lead Engineer.
Apr 2019 — Apr 2021
Software Developer, Software Technologies Limited
Documented API easing the development, maintenance and collaboration between teams
helping the front-end team consume API faster by up to 30%.
Prepared software requirements specifications and product design documentation.
Customized a themed template achieving human centered user interface and user experience
Engaged in development and testing phases of software development life cycle
Improved system integration (Front-end and Backend) by creating new endpoints from
existing implementation using Laravel framework and Vue Js.
Upgraded the old version of contract Lifecycle management system API using Laravel
framework and changed the frontend from Angular Js to Vue Js
Implemented the digital signature feature on the drafting and negotiation modules of the
contract lifecycle management system.
Migrated the newer version of contract lifecycle management system to GitLab and set up CI
pipelines that enabled smooth testing and shipping of changes and features immediately
after code commit using continuous delivery
Apr 2019 — Jun 2019
Intern Software Developer, Software Technologies Limited
• Documented API easing the development, maintenance and collaboration between teams
helping the front-end team consume API faster by up to 30%.
• Prepared software requirements specifications and product design
documentation.
• Customized a themed template achieving human centered user interface and user experience.
• Engaging in development and testing phases of software development life cycle.
EDUCATION
Sep 2012 — May 2016
Bachelor in Computer Science, Moi University - Eldoret
Feb 2008 — Nov 2011
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Kapsabet Boys’ High School
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PROJECTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
eBoard
MKataba
Myglit
– Application that digitizes boardroom activities undertaken by company executives in
organizations with an aggregate of 2,000 users. Refactored the application report
generation increasing the rate by 16%. Upgraded and deployed the web app in a new
EC2 instance
– A contract lifecycle management system that digitizes contacts and ensures a
monitored and collaborative contract phasing. Upgraded and deployed the web app in a
new EC2 instance
– HR Recruitment lineup, interview scheduling, mass- mailing and lateral hiring web
application. Maintained and scaled backend infrastructure across three countries
Hydrophonix – E-commerce Web application for selling groceries.
Erevuka
– A Learning Management System where a company or single users can purchase, take
and track their courses.
Platcorp Academy – A corporate E-learning solution where subsidiaries under Platcorp can take
courses based on their job roles and track their performances. Company executives can
pull learner data into M365 and appraise their employees based on performance.
Daystar University - A university online learning platform developed using Moodle where Lecturers
can curate and teach online courses for masters and PHD students.
MaraPure - A content management system for an art gallery and camping company. Developed and
integrated support scripts,
SOFT SKILLS
Self-managed, Well-organized, Team player, Problem solver and Critical thinker
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