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Open to Work
Derrick Orare
Senior Software Engineer
I design, build, and scale mission-critical backend systems for fintech and enterprise SaaS. Expert in Ruby on Rails, distributed architectures, API design, cloud infrastructure, and leading cross-functional engineering teams.
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Fintech Systems
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Distributed Architecture
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API Scalability
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Cloud Infrastructure
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Latest Experience
Recent roles in fintech, healthcare, and enterprise SaaS.
Senior Software Engineer | Founding Developer |
NdovuCloud Technologies
- Build the first prototype for the backend through API development in Ruby on Rails postgres and later MongoDB
- Crafted and curated database architectures from the ground up, sculpting models tailored for MongoDB and architecting the inventory service.
- Orchestrated seamless integrations with Mpesa and Visa payment gateways
RUBY ON RAILS
POSTGRES
MONGO
Senior Software Engineer
Engie Energy Access
- Orchestrated seamless collaboration with stakeholders, resulting in precise delivery timelines and meticulous risk assessment
- Spearheaded autonomous delivery of mission-critical software solutions, adhering rigorously to engineering best practices and stringent deadlines
- Engaged in high-stakes architectural dialogues to fortify software performance and reliability, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.
RUBY ON RAILS
POSTGRES
GRAPE
DOCKER
Backend Software Engineer
Kwara
- Engineered innovative features in lockstep with the engineering corps, ensuring an uninterrupted stream of value delivery.
- Championed the fortification of backend systems, emphasizing security, scalability, and peak performance.
- Architected software blueprints with surgical precision, maintaining the sanctity of code quality and organizational integrity.
RUBY ON RAILS
POSTGRES
MYSQL
REACT
Work With Me
Have a complex problem that needs solving? I'm currently open to senior engineering roles and high-level architectural consulting.
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derrick.orare@gmail.com
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Nairobi, Kenya