Emmanuel Munene
Founder & Lead Developer
Software Developer specialising in end-to-end development of scalable web and mobile applications - full-stack engineering, RESTful APIs, fintech integrations and database management with a strong eye for seamless UI/UX.
At a Glance
- Experience 4+ years
- Languages 2
- Skills 40
- Achievements 7
<About Emmanuel/>
Innovative and solutions-oriented Software Developer specialising in the end-to-end development of scalable web and mobile applications. Combines advanced expertise in full-stack engineering, RESTful API integration and database management with a strong eye for seamless UI/UX design. A collaborative problem-solver experienced in Agile environments, dedicated to writing clean, well-documented code, optimising system architecture and leveraging modern frameworks to deliver secure, high-performing digital solutions that drive business success. As the Founder and Lead Developer of NeshDev Tech, I lead the design and delivery of custom web applications, eCommerce platforms, API integrations and mobile apps. I specialise in the Laravel ecosystem and modern JavaScript - from Filament-powered admin panels and Livewire interfaces to payment gateway integrations and production DevOps on Coolify and Docker. I take pride in shipping projects that are fast, secure and easy to scale, and I invest in mentoring the next generation of developers on the team. My fintech work has been shaped at the sharp end of cross-border payments. As App Administrator at Kokosend, I own deposit verification, financial reconciliation and the day-to-day health of payment integrations (Monnify and SasaPay). That work demands precision, security and calm under pressure, and it taught me that great software is as much about reliability and accountability as it is about code. My approach is simple: understand the business problem first, then engineer the right solution. Every project I touch gets transparent pricing, honest timelines and a relentless focus on performance and usability. When I'm not shipping code, you'll find me exploring new tools, tinkering with AI integrations or mentoring developers on the team.
Core Skills
Languages
Services
- Custom Web Application Development
- eCommerce Solutions
- API Design & Integration
- Payment Gateway Integration (Monnify, SasaPay)
- Fintech & Reconciliation Systems
- Mobile App Development
- AI Integration & Automation
- Website Maintenance & Support
- SEO & Performance Optimization
- IT Support & Systems Administration
<Work Experience/>
App Administrator
Kokosend
Manage deposit verification and complex financial reconciliation processes for cross-border transactions. Execute operational and technical tasks involving the integration and maintenance of payment gateways (Monnify and SasaPay), ensuring seamless functionality, security and accurate reporting for daily financial operations. Completed a rigorous professional probation period by demonstrating reliability in handling sensitive fintech operations and system workflows.
Web Developer
Farmfreshkikapu
Designed, developed and maintained responsive and scalable websites and web applications. Wrote clean, efficient, well-documented code using HTML, CSS, JavaScript and frameworks (React, Angular, Vue, Laravel, Django), built and integrated RESTful APIs and third-party services, and optimised sites for speed, security and performance across devices and browsers. Collaborated with designers, project managers and stakeholders to deliver user-focused solutions.
ICT Intern
PCEA St Andrews
Provided technical support for church staff, ensuring smooth operation of computers, networks and multimedia systems. Assisted in managing church websites, social media platforms and live streaming services, maintained membership, donation and events databases, and ensured data backups and safe ICT practices across the church office.
Web Developer
SIBT Institute
Designed and developed visually appealing, user-friendly, responsive websites. Created wireframes, mockups and prototypes to communicate design ideas, collaborated with developers, content creators and marketing teams to align website design with brand identity, and ensured sites were optimised for performance, accessibility and SEO while applying UI/UX best practices.
IT Intern
Ufungamano House
Troubleshot hardware, software and network issues for staff to ensure smooth daily operations. Supported installation, configuration and maintenance of computer systems and applications, maintained IT documentation, assisted with system updates, data backups and cybersecurity best practices, and participated in system upgrades, software deployments and network setups.
<Education/>
Computer Science
University of Nairobi
High School
Muranga High
<Achievements/>
Reduced payment failures by 28%
Maintained and optimised Monnify and SasaPay integrations at Kokosend, reducing payment failure rates by 28% and decreasing transaction processing latency.
99.9% reconciliation accuracy
Maintained a 99.9% accuracy rate in complex cross-border financial reconciliations, significantly reducing end-of-month reporting discrepancies.
35% faster page loads
Boosted page load speeds by 35% across core company websites by optimising images, leveraging browser caching and minifying CSS/JavaScript.
20% more mobile traffic
Redesigned a primary e-commerce platform with mobile-first principles, resulting in a 20% increase in mobile traffic and a 15% drop in bounce rates.
12% fewer checkout drop-offs
Successfully integrated secure third-party payment gateways and RESTful APIs, reducing checkout drop-offs by 12%.
40% less live-service downtime
Configured sanctuary networks and presentation systems at PCEA St Andrews, reducing technical downtime during live worship services by 40%.
50% fewer live-service errors
Authored a technical media handbook for the volunteer team, reducing user errors during live services by 50%.
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