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Senior Mobile Engineer
HoppersSenior Mobile Engineer
Dec. 2025UgandaProduct Context: Hoppers is an event booking platform for Uganda, comprising a Flutter mobile app, a Django REST API, and a Next.js admin dashboard. Built a QR Code Scanner for event ticket validation with offline sync, enabling seamless check-ins in low-connectivity environments. Implemented push notifications end-to-end — Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) for remote alerts, local scheduling for event reminders, and an in-app Notification Centre for notification management. Developed Saved Events / Wishlist feature with persistent state and integrated Firebase Crashlytics for real-time crash diagnostics. Led an app-wide UI overhaul covering colour scheme, splash screen, and app icon; resolved pixel overflow and layout constraint issues across multiple screens. Resolved various Android release build failures and managed Google Play deployments. Technologies used: Flutter, Dart, Python, Firebase (FCM, Crashlytics), GitHub Actions, CI/CD.
Senior Mobile Engineer
Graduate Innovation ThinkTankSenior Mobile Engineer
Sep. 2025UgandaProduct Context: LoadMaster is an on-demand freight logistics mobile app (React Native / TypeScript) that connects customers with truck drivers for cargo movement requests. Delivered 50+ merged pull requests spanning features, bug fixes, UI improvements, and developer tooling. Re-engineered the push notification system using Notifee for custom alert sounds and looping audio, reliably capturing driver attention for incoming trip requests. Built on the Driver Verification flow, Order History screens (driver and customer), and a Daily Log feature showing trip activity with start/end addresses and earnings data. Improved booking UX by implementing auto-selection of truck size based on cargo tonnage and adding a country code picker across all phone input fields. Fixed trip state persistence for both drivers and customers after app closure; resolved cross-device layout bugs, including keyboard glitches and Google Maps freezes. Introduced a GitHub PR template requiring screenshots/screen recordings, raising code review quality across the team. Technologies used: TypeScript, React Native, Expo, Notifee, Google Maps SDK, REST APIs, and Firebase.
Senior Mobile Engineer (Android)
AngazaSenior Mobile Engineer (Android)
Jun. 2025 - Nov. 2025Working remotely on Wabeh, a FinTech Loan Origination System for tracking loan applications for mobile phones, electric bikes, and solar products.
Mobile Developer (Android)
The Weather CompanyMobile Developer (Android)
May. 2022 - Jul. 2024Atlanta, Georgia, United States- Contributed to the development of The Weather Channel app, which has over 45 million monthly active users. - Enhanced Accessibility and TalkBack features to ensure a seamless user experience. - Collaborated on multi-variant testing with Airlock configurations to optimize the sign-up process and improve user engagement. - Implemented various UI enhancements to align with design specifications. - Developed features to collect user event data, providing valuable insights for future app development. - Resolved multiple user-facing bugs, ensuring a smooth and error-free user experience. - Worked on diverse advertising options to increase app revenue. - Played a crucial role in rebuilding the legacy app using Jetpack Compose and Server-Driven UI, leading to a faster and more efficient application. - Made it more accessible to access storm/hurricane information at specific geo-coordinates. - Implemented Smart Rating Prompts, simplifying the in-app rating process for users. - Optimized app builds and reduced app size using ProGuard, resulting in faster download times and improved overall performance.
Software Developer
Innovation Streams Limited (IStreams)Software Developer
Jun. 2021 - Apr. 2022Kampala, Uganda- Worked remotely on Streamline Web App (https://www.streamlinehealth.tech/). - Performed Google Play deployments of apps and product updates. - Brainstormed/advised on product, team and workflow improvements.
Android Engineer
Evo SecurityAndroid Engineer
Jan. 2021 - Jul. 2021Texas, United States- Worked remotely, on Evo Secure Login, a multi-factor authentication Android app. - Added functionality to capture responses to security questions and grant offline feature access. - Added logic to consume API endpoints that help restore Third-Party keys (OTP tokens) if an Android user changed or lost their phone. - Made multiple UI tweaks to match new designs. - Fixed multiple user-facing bugs.
Android Engineer
Hamwe East Africa LimitedAndroid Engineer
Jul. 2020 - Oct. 2022Kampala, Uganda- Worked remotely on Android apps for Hamwe clients. - Contributed to the development of FASCIS and NUCAFE Android apps, which are transformative solutions for the agricultural industry. - Designed and implemented critical features for profiling farmers, field agents, and suppliers, including GPS coordinate tracking and offline data collection with online synchronization. - Successfully deployed new apps and product updates on Google Play.
Android Engineer
Bleacher ReportAndroid Engineer
Jul. 2019 - Nov. 2019Collaborated with a high-performing squad to enhance the user profile experience on the Bleacher Report Android app, which had over 3 million monthly users. Contributed to significant improvements in user acquisition and retention, driving user growth. Developed and implemented vital social features, account creation, and profile completion capabilities, fostering enhanced user engagement and loyalty. Demonstrated expertise in mobile app development, product growth, and user experience optimization. Technologies used: Kotlin, Java, XML, Gradle, Confluence, Jira, Slack, Zoom.
Software Engineer
AndelaSoftware Engineer
Apr. 2018 - Mar. 2020Uganda, KampalaContributed to various projects, showcasing versatility and technical expertise: Pulse Mobile: An Android app for rating developers. Converge Mobile: A Meeting Room Management Android tablet app, streamlining room booking and resource allocation. WeConnect (Full-Stack): Built a Business Review Platform using Flask (back-end) and React (front-end). Technologies used: Kotlin, Java, XML, Gradle, GraphQL, Pivotal Tracker, Android Studio (Mobile); Python, JavaScript, PostgreSQL, HTML, CSS, GitHub (Full-Stack). Served as External Communications Lead (Nov 2018 - Apr 2019) on the Culture Council, driving Andela's culture and community: Crafted and delivered weekly communications, quizzes, personnel profiles, and event promotions via Slack. Presented Council updates at Monthly Town Hall meetings, fostering transparency and engagement.
Software Programmer
Innovation Streams Limited (IStreams)Software Programmer
Nov. 2016 - Mar. 2018Uganda, MbararaDeveloped and maintained cutting-edge features for Streamline, a comprehensive health information system used by Kisiizi Hospital, serving over 50,000 patients. Led the migration to PHP/Laravel, researching and testing frameworks. Onboarded new developers, ensuring seamless knowledge transfer and team integration. Scaled financial management system Streamcredit, adopted by five financial institutions, developed and maintained features and trained clients. Mentored interns in web app development, sharing expertise in PHP, JavaScript, Joomla, WordPress, HTML, and CSS. Technologies used: PHP, JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, CSS, Trello, Netbeans, and FileZilla.
Applications / Development Consultant
HRP Solutions Uganda LimitedApplications / Development Consultant
Oct. 2015 - Apr. 2016Uganda, KampalaDeveloped/customized required Microsoft Dynamics NAV features and reports for clients. Trained Microsoft Dynamics NAV clients. Provided technical support to clients both onsite and remotely. Helped run bank reconciliations and payroll automation, and trained clients to do the same. Technologies used: Problem Solving, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, Training, Technical Support, C#, Visual Basic.

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