Cynthia Kamau

Mid Level Software Developer

• Job Details:Collaborated with a team of developers to create a web based opensource HIV reference electronic medical record system used by more than 6 million users in Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Namibia and South Sudan. Translated intricate designs and wireframes into responsive and configurable frontend widgets increasing customer adoption by 25%. Developed a style guide for the product improving development speed by 20% and improving responsiveness and user experience. Conducted extensive application optimization using data structures and algorithms in JavaScript, achieving a 40% reduction in load times of reports and frontend and a 70% improvement in the efficiency of database operations. Authored comprehensive technical documentation using GitHub, Postman and wikis that reduced onboarding time for new developers by 50%, significantly accelerating the pace of ongoing development. Participated in software design and code reviews, providing valuable feedback that led to the identification and resolution of critical issues, resulting in a 30% reduction in software defects.

Software Engineer

• Job Details:Collaborated with a team of designers and developers to create a new version of KenyaEMR, a web application that is used in more than 1500 hospitals in Kenya to support care of more than 1.2 million patients. Implemented a new frontend architecture using React (micro frontends) for the platform that improved the performance of the system by 40% and improved mobile and web responsiveness and user engagement. Optimized database queries and caching mechanisms for reports using SQL and Redis, leading to a 30% reduction in page load time and a 20% increase in overall website performance. Integrated the web application with third-party APIs, resulting in a 50% reduction in manual data entry and a 30% increase in data accuracy. Implemented automated testing processes using Jest, Mocha and Playwright, reducing the number of bugs by 40% and improving overall software quality. Contributed to a community of practice (OpenMRS community) by contributing to the codebase, participating in code review and design sessions.