Hi, my name is
Joseph Kuria.
I build things for the web.
I'm a software engineer specializing in building exceptional digital experiences. Currently, I'm focused on building accessible, human-centered products.
01. About Me
Hello! I'm Kuria, a remote-only developer situated in the GMT+3 timezone.
I prefer to refer to myself as a problem solver who uses software solutions to automate and improve business processes. With over 3 years of industry experience working with startups and SMEs, I've built web and mobile applications that deliver real value.
I take pride in my craft and strive to write clean, well-tested, and easy-to-maintain code. My goal is to make performant applications that provide value to users.
Here are a few technologies I've been working with recently:
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joseph_kuria
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GMT+3 (Remote)
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Software Engineer
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Available for opportunities
02. Where I've Worked
Software Engineer @ HeadHunters HQ
July 2019 - Present
- Built a fully featured Applicant Tracking System leading to an 8% increase in onboarding new clients
- Performed a frontend UI migration to use a better UI library, reducing UI-related bug reports by 50%
- Created data pipelines to store data from different sources and improve service offerings
- Reduced web application loading speed by 30% on data-intensive pages by optimizing MongoDB aggregation queries
- Developed and improved the event management system, increasing traffic and sign-ups by 10x and 4x respectively
- Integrated Google’s DialogFlow to enhance user experience, reducing user drop rate by 10%
- Used Google Cloud offerings (Vertex AI, Talent Solution) to enhance the ATS system
Software Developer @ Xirkle LLC
Jan 2018 - June 2019
- Built a blockchain wallet service using Telegram bot within 1 month
- Integrated Stellar blockchain network and Changelly exchange service, improving user satisfaction by 40%
- Increased interest and adoption of blockchain networks and services supported in the system
Software Developer @ ConnectX
Feb 2017 - Feb 2018
- Built the backend using Python and telepota framework for a successful funding campaign
- The Telegram bot collected over $1.5 million within the funding period
- Developed a Telegram bot integrating Stripe as the payment provider within 5 weeks
- Built backend programs to automate internal processes
HeadHunters HQ
Software Engineer
July 2019 - Present
- Built a fully featured Applicant Tracking System leading to an 8% increase in onboarding new clients
- Performed a frontend UI migration to use a better UI library, reducing UI-related bug reports by 50%
- Created data pipelines to store data from different sources and improve service offerings
- Reduced web application loading speed by 30% on data-intensive pages by optimizing MongoDB aggregation queries
- Developed and improved the event management system, increasing traffic and sign-ups by 10x and 4x respectively
- Integrated Google’s DialogFlow to enhance user experience, reducing user drop rate by 10%
- Used Google Cloud offerings (Vertex AI, Talent Solution) to enhance the ATS system
Xirkle LLC
Software Developer
Jan 2018 - June 2019
- Built a blockchain wallet service using Telegram bot within 1 month
- Integrated Stellar blockchain network and Changelly exchange service, improving user satisfaction by 40%
- Increased interest and adoption of blockchain networks and services supported in the system
ConnectX
Software Developer
Feb 2017 - Feb 2018
- Built the backend using Python and telepota framework for a successful funding campaign
- The Telegram bot collected over $1.5 million within the funding period
- Developed a Telegram bot integrating Stripe as the payment provider within 5 weeks
- Built backend programs to automate internal processes
03. Some Things I've Built
Featured Project
AbokiFX
A currency rate visualization platform for West African markets. The goal was to provide a trusted source of currency rates realistic to the people of those countries. Market data is extracted from multiple sources including MoneyGram Nigeria, Bureau De Change, and ATM rates.
Visit WebsiteOpen Source Projects
view the archiveTelepota Telegram Framework
Took over development and maintenance of this open-source project. Updated it with all the years of missing Telegram Bot API features and bug fixes.
Changelly Python API
A Python wrapper for the official Changelly API, built to keep integrations DRY for future projects.
Telepota Telegram Framework
Took over development and maintenance of this open-source project. Updated it with all the years of missing Telegram Bot API features and bug fixes.
04. What's Next?
Get In Touch
I'm currently looking for new opportunities. Whether you have a question or just want to say hi, I'll try my best to get back to you!
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