Lewis Gitahi

Lewis Irungu Gitahi Email:- Professional Summary Results-driven Full Stack Developer with extensive experience in web applications, backend systems and API development. Proficient in PHP (Laravel), Python, and Node.js, with growing expertise in Go for modern backend development. Adept at deploying and managing applications on Linux servers with Docker containerization. Strong problem-solving skills and a track record of building scalable, efficient solutions. Professional Experience Software Engineer Wizglobal Kenya | July 2018 – Present         Developed a Fund Management System that manages asset worth over 5Billion Ksh. Integrated the Fund System with an existing Unit Trust Management system. Designed, tested, and implemented core system logic for investment transactions. Managed and optimized PostgreSQL databases, ensuring high performance and data integrity. Built front-end components with Bootstrap and JQuery, improving user experience. Set up Linux test environments for debugging and feature enhancements. Developed RESTful APIs for seamless system integrations. Provided maintenance and client-side support for core company solutions. Technical Support Consultant CYMAP Business Solutions | August 2013 – December 2017      Implemented and maintained Apache Web Server on Windows and Linux platforms. Developed new modules using Rapid PHP Development tools. Managed MySQL databases and optimized performance for client applications. Tested business logic algorithms and trained client staff on software usage. Administered cloud servers for testing and pilot programs. IT Technician Earth Movers Etcetera | January – July 2013     Conducted system analysis, design, installation, and customization. Performed hardware/software troubleshooting and maintenance. Managed user accounts, access rights, and data security. Provided technical support for software applications and servers. Education Bachelor of Science in Computer Technology Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) | 2004 – 2009 CISCO Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) Computer Pride College | March – April 2011 CCNA 1 – CCNA 3 | 2007 Diploma in Public Relations & Personnel Administration Universal College | July – December 2006 Skills       Programming Languages & Frameworks: PHP (Laravel), Node.js, Go, Python, JavaScript (Vue, JQuery, Bootstrap) Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle SQL Version Control: Git, GitHub Infrastructure & Deployment: Docker, Linux Server Administration, CentOS Networking & Security: System Administration, Security Patching, Backup & Recovery Project Management: Agile methodologies, Testing & Debugging, API Development Personal Projects Stock Price Tracker (Nodejs, Pupeteer) | 2020 Built a script that scrapes real time data from official stock market websites plus a few other third party sites which automatically processes the tickers and stores it in a sqlite database. Created an API to be able to retrieve the information on request. Bid Automation (Python, Playwright) | 2025 Built an automation script that uses Playwright to automate browser interactions, including login, monitoring live auctions, and placing bids on specific cars. The system features real-time bid tracking, automated bid countering with configurable increments, and user defined bid limits with kill switches. It's designed to run persistently with graceful shutdown handling. References Available upon request.