Nathan B.
Kamau
Software Engineer · Designer · AI Graduate
Full-stack developer with a security-first mindset — turning ambitious concepts into high-performance web applications on React.js, AWS & Google Cloud.
Selected Works
A multi-disciplinary showcase of engineering and creative direction.
East African Educational Publishers
Ujuzi Digital LMS
End-to-end EdTech Learning Management System serving thousands of students across East Africa.
EAEP
Project Management Portal
Internal portal that streamlined cross-department workflow and milestone tracking.
Creative Studio
Brand Identity Reveal
High-end motion sequence for a corporate brand identity relaunch.
Astrodream Limited
Cloud-Native Web Platform
Interactive UIs, backend systems, and CI/CD pipelines on AWS and Google Cloud.
Graphic Edge
Minimalist Editorial Layout
Swiss-design inspired editorial layout for a high-end fashion magazine.
TechPulse
Cinematic Product Ad
30-second cinematic product advertisement featuring complex particle simulations.
Work Experience
From intern to lead developer — a track record of delivery and growth.
Software Developer & Designer
East African Educational Publishers
- Architected and led full-stack development of the Ujuzi Digital LMS
- Built a company-wide project management portal — 35% workflow improvement
- Coordinated quarterly ISO 27001-aligned security reviews
- Managed a team of developers and designers across concurrent projects
Software Developer
Cahenyo Ventures
- Built production full-stack apps with React.js, Next.js and Node.js
- Implemented Redux, Zustand and React Query state management patterns
- Integrated third-party payment and communication APIs via REST
- Achieved 40% page load improvement through code splitting and caching
Software Developer Intern
Ndosha Limited
- Developed responsive web apps with modern JavaScript frameworks
- Debugged and optimised code to improve application performance
- Contributed to UI/UX improvements and REST API integrations
Software Developer Intern
Astrodream Limited
- Built interactive UIs with React.js and Next.js
- Applied AWS and Google Cloud best practices
- Set up and maintained CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions
Hardware Operator
EAKO Limited
- Installed, configured and maintained hardware systems
- Troubleshot hardware malfunctions and performed necessary repairs
- Ensured systems were updated and optimised for performance
Education & Certifications
Academic foundations and continued learning that back every line of code.
MSc in Artificial Intelligence
Open University of Kenya
Developing deep expertise in machine learning, neural networks, and intelligent system design. Building strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to data-driven systems and AI-powered applications.
BSc Software Development
KCA University (KCAU)
Gained strong foundational knowledge and practical engineering skills that continue to shape my career. Covered software architecture, databases, algorithms, and Human-Computer Interaction.
Certifications
Cloud Architecture Certificate
Online · 2023
Cloud Security Certificate
Online · 2023
Certificate in Digital Marketing
Online · 2022
Certificate in Graphic Design
Institute of Graphic Technologies · 2018
Technical Arsenal
Technologies and tools I use to build fast, secure, and beautiful products.