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Hi, I'm James Kilonzo
Engineering intelligent, scalable digital experiences that move fast and deliver impact.
I build AI systems that ship fast, scale smoothly, and solve real problems.
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Agentic AI Engineer
I'm an AI‑centric engineer crafting Agentic AI systems and intelligent digital ecosystems.
- I started in 2014 on Windows 7, wrote my first Python scripts, then in 2015 learned C at St. Joseph’s Vocational Training Centre, topped the class and mentored peers - by 2016 I’d moved to Ubuntu 16.04 and was shipping experimental Python projects while collaborating on substantial university work at Moi University.
- Those formative years - spanning OSes, languages, mentorship and real-world collaboration - became the foundation of my craft rather than just a checklist.
- Now, a decade on, I build AI-driven mobile experiences, robotics and scalable data systems that aim to inspire as much as they compute - and yes, I still enjoy arguing with dependency hell.
Based in Nairobi, Kenya - Where Dreams Become a Reality
Open for freelance work and consultation tasks
Engineering Graduate from Moi University
Powered by coffee & passion - Every single day of being alive
10+
Years Experience
20+
Projects Completed
30+
Happy Clients
500+
Students Taught
Technical Skills
Technologies I have been working with recently
Frontend
Next.js
TypeScript
Tailwind CSS
Flutter
React Native
Backend
Node.js
Express
FastAPI
MongoDB
PostgreSQL
REST APIs
Tools & Others
Git
GitHub
Docker
AWS
Linux
Figma
CI/CD
Featured Projects
A selection of my recent work and side projects
Experience & Education
My professional journey and academic background
Jul::2026 - Present
Full Stack Software Engineer
Oaknet Ltd.
Built and configured an in‑house VPS (Ubuntu Server, Nginx, Docker) to host internal services, cutting costs and improving control over uptime and security. Redesigned responsive UX/UI in React, Next.js, and Tailwind CSS for a mobile‑first experience. Implemented a CI/CD pipeline with GitHub Actions, automating build, test, and deployment while standardizing VPS and project configurations to reduce manual setup time.
Ubuntu ServerNginxDockerReactNext.jsTailwind CSSGitHub Actions
Jun::2024 - Present
Technical Security & IP Architect
Com Twenty One Ltd.
I led key elements of the Kenya Parliament’s network modernization by upgrading core infrastructure, strengthening security, integrating VoIP services, stabilizing DMZ systems, producing essential documentation, and ensuring reliable operations across all Parliament buildings.
Cisco CCNA CertificationFortigate Operator Certification
Jan::2025 - Dec::2025
Data Science Trainee
Martial School of IT
Developed and deployed live ML web applications. Gained experience in modern AI technologies.
Machine Learning AlgorithmsLarge Language ModelsNeural networksDeep learning
Nov::2024 - May::2025
Data Analysis Trainee
Sigma Academy
Strong foundation in python programming, data statistics, and data analysis principles.
Computer ScienceMathematicsProblem Solving
Feb::2024 - Jun::2024
Product Technology Engineer
Huawei Technologies (Kenya) Ltd.
I drove operational and product‑technology success for Malawi TNM Overdraft by boosting Huawei’s revenue, co‑designing new credit products, improving repayment performance, enabling major airtime‑loan growth, delivering data‑driven business reporting, supporting product documentation and C‑level presentations, optimizing mobile money user journeys, and contributing to on‑ground promotions across Malawi and Kenya.
HMTP CertificationElectrical & Telecommunications Degree
Nov::2023 - Feb::2024
Software Service Engineer
Huawei Technologies (Kenya) Ltd.
I supported business growth and operational stability by producing market and performance reports, analyzing Fuliza and FFO data, creating marketing assets, and ensuring reliable cross‑country site operations through proactive SRE monitoring for Malawi and Zambia.
HMTP CertificationElectrical & Telecommunications Degree
Jun::2023 - Dec::2023
HMTP Trainee
Huawei Technologies (Kenya) Ltd.
I developed an original fintech concept (SurePact), gained end‑to‑end training across telecom and mobile‑money systems, and built practical skills in market research, data analysis, SQL querying, and digital asset creation while supporting product, marketing, and operational functions across CBS, Mobile Money, and Overdraft solutions.
Computer Applications IComputer Applications II
Jun::2022 - Nov::2022
Software Delivery Engineer
Huawei Technologies (Kenya) Ltd.
I supported major M‑Pesa and Overdraft initiatives by assisting cross‑functional engineering teams, monitoring Hustler Fund performance, installing critical data‑centre infrastructure, contributing to Oracle DB and API testing, and helping improve M‑Pesa service uptime by roughly 50%.
Computer Applications IComputer Applications II
Jan::2021 - Mar::2021
FTTx Design Engineer
Huawei Technologies (Kenya) Ltd.
I supported the Konza City FTTx rollout by producing daily AutoCAD designs, guiding new interns, and helping the design team exceed productivity targets and meet project deadlines.
Computer Applications IComputer Applications II
Jan::2019 - Mar::2019
FTTx Design Engineer
Huawei Technologies (Kenya) Ltd.
I supported the NOFBI II Phase II rollout by producing daily AutoCAD fibre‑layout designs, simultaneously building skills in LAN and security device configuration, and quickly advancing from a beginner to a reliable contributor who delivered accurate work within weeks.
Computer Applications IComputer Applications II
Sep::2015 - Dec::2022
B.Eng. Electrical & Telecommunications
Moi University (Kenya)
Specialized in telecommunication systems. Loved software development. Thesis on a new invention, a portable music studio.
ResearchTelecommunicationsSoftware Development
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