Elias

Full Stack Developer - React, Typescript, Node.js, GO Expert

Elias

1,000/mo
Nairobi, Kenya
Looking for Full-time
8 hours/day
Availability: US / EU / Asia timezone

Profile Description

Full-Stack Engineer with years of experience building scalable backend microservices in Go and Node.js, and interactive, high-performance frontend applications in React and TypeScript. Skilled in designing REST APIs, event-driven architectures, and enterprise integrations across multiple platforms. Experienced in deploying and maintaining high-availability, cloud-native systems on AWS, GCP, and Azure, with a strong focus on performance, reliability, and user experience.

Skills & Expertise

Software Development

HTML5/CSS3Expert
PostgreSQLExpert
MySQLAdvanced
NetlifyAdvanced
ReactAdvanced
TypeScriptAdvanced
Webpack/ViteAdvanced
Tailwind CSSAdvanced
JavaScript (ES6+)Advanced
Redux/Context APIAdvanced
Material-UI/Chakra UIAdvanced
Node.jsAdvanced
REST API DesignAdvanced
Docker/KubernetesAdvanced
GoAdvanced
AWS (EC2 S3 Lambda)Intermediate
AzureIntermediate
RedisIntermediate
Google Cloud PlatformIntermediate
CI/CD PipelinesIntermediate
GitHub ActionsIntermediate

Work Experience

Full Stack Developer

Dial Afrika

Dec 2022 - Present

Job Responsibilities:

• Designed and implemented end-to-end system integrations with third-party communication platforms (WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, Email, SMS, Google Business Messaging) using REST APIs and webhooks. • Built and maintained backend integration services for real-time message processing, routing, and synchronization across distributed systems. • Developed event-driven microservices using Node.js and...

ReactWebpack/ViteRedux/Context APIGoTypeScriptMaterial-UI/Chakra UIREST API DesignJavaScript (ES6+)Node.jsPostgreSQL

Frontend Developer

Freelance

Jan 2022 - Nov 2022

Job Responsibilities:

• Developed responsive, high-performance user interfaces using React, TypeScript, HTML5, and modern CSS • Optimized frontend performance through code splitting, lazy loading, and asset optimization • Built reusable UI components and design systems, improving consistency, maintainability, and development velocity • Integrated REST APIs into frontend applications, managing data fetching, error state...

MySQLPostgreSQLREST API DesignNetlifyMaterial-UI/Chakra UITailwind CSSJavaScript (ES6+)Node.jsRedux/Context APITypeScript

Systems Administrator

Gitech Computer Systems

Mar 2021 - Dec 2021

Job Responsibilities:

Managed and maintained computer systems and networks, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Provided technical support and troubleshooting for hardware and software issues, resolving problems promptly to minimize downtime. Implemented security measures to protect systems and data from unauthorized access and potential threats. Conducted regular system backups and disaster recovery planning...

AzureMySQL

IT Technical Support

Gitech Computer Systems

May 2019 - Feb 2021

Job Responsibilities:

Provided technical support to clients, resolving hardware and software issues promptly and effectively. Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, troubleshooting and diagnosing technical problems to ensure minimal downtime. Assisted in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of computer systems and networks. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement IT solutions...

MySQLAzure

Quick Stats

Age30 years
GenderMale
English LevelFluent
ID VerificationNot verified
Portfolio
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Certifications

React: Software Architecture
ICSI Certified Network Security Specialist (CNSS)
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) – Routing and Switching

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Meru University of Science and Technology

2014 - 2018

High-school

Koelel Secondary School

2010 - 2013