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KengereGordon

Software Engineer based in Nairobi, Kenya. Building software that works at scale. Full-stack systems, AI-powered apps, and data pipelines.

5+
Live Projects
3+
Years Experience
3×
Cloud Certified
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Kengere Gordon Nyakundi
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Languages: Python, C#, TypeScript
Backend: ASP.NET, Flask, Node.js
Frontend: Next.js, React, Tailwind
AI/ML: RAG, Vector Search, LLMs
Cloud: AWS / Azure / OCI ✓
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Building something great...
About

The Engineer
Behind the Code

Software engineer with a BSc in Mathematics and Computer Science (University of Eldoret, 2021–2025), intensive bootcamp training at Moringa School, and a Cloud Practitioner certification (AWS/Azure/OCI). Proficient in Python, JavaScript, React, Flask, C#, ASP.NET Core, and Node.js, with hands-on experience building full-stack systems, AI-powered applications, and automated data workflows. Strong collaborator and analytical thinker, committed to writing clean, maintainable code and staying at the forefront of technology.

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// system.status
statusAvailable
locationNairobi, Kenya
emailgordonkengere@gmail.com
githubgithub.com/Slonetech
degreeBSc Mathematics & CS
certificationsAWS · Azure · OCI
// currently_building
School Management System
ASP.NET Core + React @ Agile Business Solutions
AI Document Query App
RAG + Qdrant vector search
Tech Stack

Tools of the Trade

// Languages
Python
JavaScript
TypeScript
C# (.NET)
SQL
// Frontend
React
Next.js 14
Tailwind CSS
Framer Motion
Vite
// Backend
ASP.NET Core
Flask
Node.js
REST APIs
n8n Automation
// Databases
SQL Server
MySQL
SQLite
MongoDB
Qdrant (Vector DB)
// AI / ML
RAG Architecture
Vector Search
LLM Applications
Semantic Retrieval
// DevOps & Tools
Docker
Git / GitHub
Power BI
MS Dynamics 365
Figma
// Cloud
AWS (Certified)
Azure (Certified)
OCI (Certified)
Vercel
CI/CD
Skills & Tools

My Toolkit

Python
JavaScript
TypeScript
C# (.NET)
SQL
React
Next.js 14
Tailwind CSS
Framer Motion
Vite
ASP.NET Core
Flask
Node.js
REST APIs
n8n Automation
SQL Server
MySQL
SQLite
MongoDB
Qdrant (Vector DB)
RAG Architecture
Vector Search
LLM Applications
Semantic Retrieval
Docker
Git / GitHub
Power BI
MS Dynamics 365
Figma
AWS (Certified)
Azure (Certified)
OCI (Certified)
Vercel
CI/CD
Career

Professional Journey

Oct2025 - Present

Lead Software Engineer and DevOps Engineer

Zanari Analytics · Nairobi, Kenya
  • ▸Software Architecture & Development: Designing and building custom, data-intensive web applications and APIs that turn raw business data into actionable intelligence.
  • ▸Cloud & Infrastructure Management: Provisioning and maintaining secure, cloud-ready BI and AI platforms.
  • ▸Pipeline Automation (CI/CD): Building and managing seamless deployment pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps.
  • ▸System Scalability & Security: Ensuring that data platforms and AI models scale effectively as client data grows.
  • ▸Team Mentorship & Tech Direction: Leading the engineering team by defining the technical vision roadmap, reviewing code, mentoring junior developers, and integrating intelligent tools to accelerate product delivery.
PythonReactTypeScriptTailwind CSSViteDockerGitHub ActionsAzure DevOpsTerraformAWSAzureOCI
May 2025 – Aug 2025

Intern — Software Development & Data Engineering

Agile Business Solutions · Nairobi, Kenya
  • ▸Engineered a full-stack School Management System using ASP.NET Core and React, with 60+ API endpoints and a 28-table database schema with role-based authentication.
  • ▸Developed an AI-powered document querying application using RAG architecture with Qdrant vector database.
  • ▸Automated data workflows with n8n and implemented containerised deployment using Docker.
  • ▸Enhanced developer productivity by 40% through React hot-reloading and Docker troubleshooting documentation.
  • ▸Integrated Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central modules and Power BI solutions.
ASP.NET CoreReactDockern8nQdrantPower BI
May 2023 – Dec 2023

Web Development & System Analysis

Art1906 Creative Shop
  • ▸Led a team in replicating a national news website, delivering a streamlined version tailored to client requirements.
  • ▸Delivered a cost-effective solution maintaining the original site's essence; secured the '.co.ke' domain.
ReactJavaScriptCSSTeam Lead
Jan 2024 – Aug 2024

Cloud Practitioner (AWS / Azure / OCI)

Azubi Africa · Remote
  • ▸Completed cloud practitioner training across AWS, Azure, and OCI platforms.
  • ▸Earned three certifications in cloud infrastructure, services, and deployment.
AWSAzureOCICloud
2021 – 2025

BSc Mathematics and Computer Science

University of Eldoret · Eldoret, Kenya
  • ▸Studied algorithms, data structures, database systems, software engineering, and computer networks.
  • ▸Built capstone projects including a School Management System and data engineering pipeline.
CSMathematicsAlgorithms
Milestones

Beyond the Keyboard

🏆
Hackathon 2nd Place
2026 · Konza Technopolis

Led UoE team to 2nd place at Kenya Tourism Board & Konza Technopolis Hackathon — built a Nandi County digital tourism platform.

☁️
Triple Cloud Certified
2024 · Azubi Africa

Earned Cloud Practitioner certifications across AWS, Azure, and OCI in an 8-month intensive program.

🎓
BSc Mathematics & CS
2025 · University of Eldoret

Graduated with a BSc in Mathematics and Computer Science.

🤖
AI RAG System
2025 · Agile Business Solutions

Built a production RAG application with Qdrant vector DB for semantic document search.

⚡
40% Productivity Boost
2025 · Agile Business Solutions

Improved team dev productivity by 40% through hot-reloading setup and Docker documentation.

🚀
Moringa School Graduate
2023 · Nairobi

Completed intensive software engineering bootcamp at Moringa School.

Community

Tech Events

Solana Build: Eldoret Web3 Boot Camp
2024-11-15 · Eldoret, Kenya

Solana Build: Eldoret Web3 Boot Camp

Solana Build: Eldoret Web3 Boot Camp is a high-impact, one-day tech boot camp bringing the world’s fastest blockchain network directly to the Rift Valley tech ecosystem.

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Eldo hub Tech run
November 30 – December 2, 2025 · Eldoret, Kenya

Eldo hub Tech run

The EldoHub TechRun is a unique, high-energy three-day summit that fuses Eldoret’s world-famous athletic endurance with the high-scale acceleration of digital builders.

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Eldohub - Young innovators Forum
Last Saturday of every month · Eldoret, Kenya

Eldohub - Young innovators Forum

The Young Innovators Forum is EldoHub’s primary monthly catalyst event aimed at inspiring local youth to transition from tech consumers to digital creators.

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Nandi-Verse Hackathon
Multiphase (June, August, & October Editions) · Dedicated Hubs across Nandi and Uasin Gishu County (With virtual syncs)

Nandi-Verse Hackathon

The Nandi-Verse Hackathon is a challenge-driven, multi-day software engineering sprint designed to build localized tech solutions for regional governance and economic sectors.

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NG Festival Kenya 2023
2023-11-10 · Nairobi, Kenya

NG Festival Kenya 2023

NG Festival Kenya 2023 is the premier inaugural one-day Angular conference bringing framework expertise, architectural best practices, and frontend innovation directly to the East African tech ecosystem.

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Moringa School Graduation — Software Engineering Cohort 2023
2023 · Nairobi, Kenya

Moringa School Graduation — Software Engineering Cohort 2023

Graduated from Moringa School's intensive Software Engineering bootcamp — a rigorous, project-driven program covering full-stack development, agile workflows, and real-world software delivery.

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