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Michael Chege
Software Engineer
Limuru, Kenya
C++PythonSQL & Data ModelingREST APIs
// about
Hello, I m Mike a Software Engineer with strong backend training and practical experience supporting production systems in high-availability environments. Experienced in system logic, APIs, SQL databases, and structured problem-solving.
// skills
C++
Python
REST API Design
SQL & Databases
ReactJS
Git & Version Control
Linux / Windows
Debugging & Docs
// experience
Junior Software Engineer
Freelance / Contract
2025 – PresentRemote- Built and maintained RESTful APIs using Spring Boot and Node.js for various clients.
- Designed relational database schemas and optimised SQL queries for PostgreSQL.
- Delivered full-stack features using React and Next.js, collaborating via Git.
Software Engineering Intern
Tech Start-up (Nairobi)
2024 – 2025Nairobi, Kenya- Assisted in developing and testing backend microservices with Java / Spring Boot.
- Wrote unit and integration tests, increasing code coverage by 25%.
- Participated in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and code reviews.
// projects
Junior Software Engineer
Freelance / Contract
2025 – PresentRemote
- Built and maintained RESTful APIs using Spring Boot and Node.js for various clients.
- Designed relational database schemas and optimised SQL queries for PostgreSQL.
- Delivered full-stack features using React and Next.js, collaborating via Git.
Software Engineering Intern
Tech Start-up (Nairobi)
2024 – 2025Nairobi, Kenya
- Assisted in developing and testing backend microservices with Java / Spring Boot.
- Wrote unit and integration tests, increasing code coverage by 25%.
- Participated in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and code reviews.
// contact
Open to backend-focused roles and collaboration.
Reach out and let's build something great together.