Derrick Orare
Senior Software Engineer
Senior Software Engineer with expertise in Ruby on Rails, Java, Python, React, cloud infrastructure, and DevOps. Experienced in leading cross-functional teams, architecting scalable systems, and delivering mission-critical software.
11+
Years Experience
Backend / APIs
Focus
Ruby on Rails
Primary Stack
Nairobi
Location
Open to roles
Availability
Hybrid
Work Preference
Career Highlights
Key roles and achievements that define my professional journey
Senior Software Engineer | Founding Developer
NdovuCloud Technologies Aug 2018 – Present
Nairobi, Kenya
remote
- Founded and led development of the company’s backend platform, designing and building the first production-ready APIs using Ruby on Rails with PostgreSQL and MongoDB.
- Owned system architecture and data modeling from inception, designing core services including inventory management and transactional workflows.
Core Technologies:
Ruby on Rails
Postgres
Mongo
Docker
Kubernetes
Software Engineer
Engie Energy Access Nov 2022 – Jul 2023
Kampala, Uganda
hybrid
- Owned and delivered mission-critical backend systems supporting large-scale energy access operations, partnering closely with product, data, and operations stakeholders across regions.
- Led technical design and implementation of backend services, ensuring high availability, scalability, and predictable delivery under strict timelines.
Core Technologies:
Ruby on Rails
Postgres
Grape
Docker
MySQL
Django
Python
Backend Software Engineer
Kwara Oct 2021 – Aug 2022
Nairobi, Kenya
hybrid
- Designed and delivered core backend systems powering critical fintech workflows, operating with a high degree of autonomy and ownership.
- Strengthened platform security, scalability, and performance through thoughtful API design, data modeling, and background processing strategies.
Core Technologies:
Ruby on Rails
Postgres
MySql
React
DevOps
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