Collins Mathenge

About

I am a versatile software development professional with a Bachelor of Science in Software Development from KCA University and three years of hands-on experience. Proficient in a range of technologies including HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, C#, and CMS platforms (WordPress, Drupal). My focus is on digital marketing strategies in web design, development, and digital marketing, with a keen eye for emerging trends and frameworks such as React and Angular. As a forward-thinking UI/UX Designer at Ethos Kenya, I led the creation of cutting-edge design concepts that not only streamlined development processes but also significantly enhanced user experience. Leveraging data-driven insights and extensive user testing, I achieved remarkable improvements in task completion rates and overall usability, setting new benchmarks for design excellence. During my tenure at SE Marketing, I managed international projects and implemented software solutions in diverse regions including Kenya, England, and Germany, demonstrating adaptability to different cultural norms and business practices. This enabled me to forge strong partnerships and drive successful outcomes on a global scale. In my role as a Web Developer at Pertom Digital, I showcased exemplary leadership skills by leading a team of five professionals to conceptualize, design, and implement innovative web solutions for clients. By providing strategic guidance, fostering creativity, and ensuring seamless coordination among team members, we achieved remarkable results. Notable projects include the development and implementation of immersive e-commerce websites for clients such as Omnidots (www.omnidots.com/en) and Hudson Furnishing (hudsonfurnishing.com), that aim at delivering seamless and enjoyable online shopping experiences through intuitive navigation and sleek interface design. My career objective is to leverage my technical acumen and interpersonal skills to drive organizational growth while continuously expanding my capabilities.

Experience

• Web Designer and Developer · SE Marketing2022-11-01 – 2023-05-01

  Developed and implemented innovative website designs for clients, resulting in a 50% increase in user engagement and a 30% decrease in bounce rate. Ensured high performance and availability, and managed all technical aspects of the CMS i.e. WordPress, Drupal, Framer. Enhanced user experience by creating interactive interfaces and implementing user-friendly navigation systems, leading to a 20% increase in average session duration. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather user requirements and create custom WordPress sites, achieving a 100% client satisfaction rate. Stayed current with emerging UI/UX design trends and best practices, resulting in a 20% increase in user engagement metrics. Revamped website layout and navigation based on the latest UI/UX design trends, leading to a 15% decrease in bounce rate. Implemented responsive design principles across all web pages, resulting in a 30% increase in mobile traffic conversions. Provided technical support to clients and the marketing team, resulting in a 20% increase in customer satisfaction ratings. Streamlined website creation process from domain registry to SSL certificates and ensured website security.

• Freelance Web Developer · Freelance2022-04-01 – 2022-11-01

  Developed and implemented innovative web design solutions using HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript, resulting in a 50% increase in website traffic for clients. Utilized user experience (UX) principles to create intuitive navigation and visually appealing designs for custom websites using Figma and Sketch. Developed innovative web applications integrating RESTful JSON APIs, resulting in a 40% increase in user engagement metrics. Produced captivating and user-friendly graphic designs for websites, digital interfaces, and print materials based on project briefs using Canva and Photoshop. Collaborated with clients to understand their specific needs and preferences, resulting in a 90% client satisfaction rate for delivered websites. Developed interactive mockups and prototypes for clients, resulting in a 30% increase in client satisfaction. Managed and executed 10 short-term projects with tight deadlines, resulting in an average completion time 20% faster than the original project timeline. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather user feedback and iterate on designs, resulting in a 25% reduction in development time and cost. Collaborated with remote team members across different time zones to streamline the website development process, resulting in a 20% decrease in project timeline. Utilized project management tools to effectively communicate with remote teams, leading to a 15% increase in productivity and on-time delivery of projects. Remotely performed regular maintenance tasks and security updates increasing website performance.

• ICT Attache · MINISTRY OF ICT, INNOVATION AND YOUTH AFFAIRS2022-01-01 – 2022-03-01

  Maintained and troubleshot all network and computer-related issues. Integrated and configured computer networking for best performance. Troubleshot and repaired hardware, operating systems and applications. Helped install and support all ICT hardware and software.

• Web Developer and Digital Marketer · Pertom Digital2020-01-01 – 2021-11-01

  Developed web-based applications using HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL, front-end and back-end development. Performed Search Engine Optimization and Keyword Research. Designed and executed innovative digital marketing strategies utilizing plugins such as Yoast SEO leading to a 25% growth in organic website traffic. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve front-end development processes, resulting in a 20% reduction in website loading time. Utilized Angular, and React.js to develop intuitive user interfaces for 10+ web applications, resulting in a 30% increase in user engagement metrics. Optimized website design and user experience resulting in a 200% increase in average session duration on the company website. Implemented targeted social media advertising campaigns that led to a 250% increase in conversion rates in revenue within six months. Utilized GraphQL to optimize API calls, resulting in a 40% decrease in loading times for web applications. Utilized project management software to track progress and milestones for long-term projects, ensuring on-time delivery with a success rate of 95%. Utilized GitHub for version control and collaboration with a team of developers, resulting in a 20% increase in project efficiency and code quality. Utilized data-driven insights from Google Analytics to identify key demographic segments, resulting in a 175% growth in organic traffic from the target audience. Content Development and Graphic Design i.e. Canva, Postermywall. Developed digital marketing strategies like Email Campaigns, Facebook Ads, and Pinterest Marketing.

• Software Engineer Intern · Craft Silicon2019-01-01 – 2019-05-01

  Performed software integration, debugging, and testing. Developed and executed innovative software solutions using the .NET framework, resulting in a 30% increase in application performance metrics. Implemented responsive design techniques, resulting in a 50% improvement in mobile user experience and increasing overall customer satisfaction by 25%. Performed thorough software integration, debugging, and testing on a complex project, resulting in a 10% decrease in overall bugs and improving the product's stability. Developed or validated testing schedules addressing all browsers and devices to ensure various computers can access content. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and fix critical software issues, leading to a 15% improvement in overall system performance. Identified and resolved 15 technical issues on the company website, resulting in a 50% improvement in website functionality.

Education

• KCA UniversitySoftware Development, Computer Programming

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