Collins Rotich
Collins Rotich
Snr. Software Engineer
Snr. Software Engineer
Nairobi, Kenya
Make. Learn. Repeat
About me
About me
I am a Snr.Software engineer and innovative product builder who thrives at the intersection of technology and real-world problem-solving. I’ve dedicated my career to developing cutting-edge solutions that drive meaningful change. I’m currently focused on building robust platforms for Safaricom's enterprise customers, tackling diverse use cases across IoT, health, climate, and networks.
My expertise spans across IoT ecosystems, full-stack development, and cloud technologies, with proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, Next.js, React, AWS, and DevOps. Whether it’s designing scalable IoT solutions or optimizing complex systems, I bring a passion for innovation and a commitment to delivering results that matter.
Experience
Experience
Nairobi, Kenya
Safaricom PLC
Apr 2024 - Present
Snr. Software Engineer
Developed the internal SIM portal platform using Next.js, TypeScript, and GraphQL, managing over 1 million IoT customer SIM cards, leading to a monthly savings of $800k for the company.
Engineered the internal web smart water platform for enterprise clients, enabling remote management of smart water meters, enhancing operational efficiency.
Implemented the Afya Moja web platform, a health navigator tool that empowers users to search and compare health services across the region.
Nairobi, Kenya
Safaricom PLC
Apr 2024 - Present
Snr. Software Engineer
Developed the internal SIM portal platform using Next.js, TypeScript, and GraphQL, managing over 1 million IoT customer SIM cards, leading to a monthly savings of $800k for the company.
Engineered the internal web smart water platform for enterprise clients, enabling remote management of smart water meters, enhancing operational efficiency.
Implemented the Afya Moja web platform, a health navigator tool that empowers users to search and compare health services across the region.
Nairobi, Kenya
Safaricom PLC
Apr 2022-Apr 2024
IoT Software Engineer
Implemented the Afya Moja web platform, a health navigator tool that empowers users to search and compare health services across the region.
Nairobi, Kenya
Safaricom PLC
Apr 2022-Apr 2024
IoT Software Engineer
Implemented the Afya Moja web platform, a health navigator tool that empowers users to search and compare health services across the region.
Nairobi, Kenya
Safaricom PLC
Nov 2020 - Apr 2022
Discover Management Trainee
The Safaricom Discover Trainee Programme is an 18 month programme designed to prepare future leaders to assume challenging responsibilities and prepare them for business leadership roles through the Vodacom Africa Graduate Development program. The programme encompasses rotations within & across functions in an accelerated learning environment.
Nairobi, Kenya
Safaricom PLC
Nov 2020 - Apr 2022
Discover Management Trainee
The Safaricom Discover Trainee Programme is an 18 month programme designed to prepare future leaders to assume challenging responsibilities and prepare them for business leadership roles through the Vodacom Africa Graduate Development program. The programme encompasses rotations within & across functions in an accelerated learning environment.
Education
Education
Nairobi, Kenya
2014-2019
Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering
University of Nairobi
Electronics, Telecommunications, Internet of Things.
Nairobi, Kenya
2014-2019
Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering
University of Nairobi
Electronics, Telecommunications, Internet of Things.
Nairobi, Kenya
2022-2023
Software Development
Moringa School
Full-stack development- Java, javascript, React.
Nairobi, Kenya
2022-2023
Software Development
Moringa School
Full-stack development- Java, javascript, React.
Remote
2022-2023
Cloud Development
Udacity
Full-stack cloud development. Serverless
Remote
2022-2023
Cloud Development
Udacity
Full-stack cloud development. Serverless
Certifications
Certifications
Building Multi-Agent Systems
Crew AI
Building Multi-Agent Systems
Crew AI
AWS Certified AI Practitioner
Amazon Web Services
AWS Certified AI Practitioner
Amazon Web Services
AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate
Amazon Web Services
AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate
Amazon Web Services
AWS Certified Developer Associate
Amazon Web Services
AWS Certified Developer Associate
Amazon Web Services
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Amazon Web Services
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Amazon Web Services
Stack
Stack
Awards
Awards
2025-Vodafone Hackfest Award Winner-Simplicity Category
Built Guru, a workplace army of AI agents
2025-Vodafone Hackfest Award Winner-Simplicity Category
Built Guru, a workplace army of AI agents
2025-Clutch Foundry Health Hack Runners Up
We built Waridi Wellness, Africa’s first AI-powered voice assistant for mental health support.
2025-Clutch Foundry Health Hack Runners Up
We built Waridi Wellness, Africa’s first AI-powered voice assistant for mental health support.
2024-Vodafone Hackalympics Hackathon Winner-Growth Category
Built an IoT Smart RF solution to monitor and detect changes in critical antenna RF parameters
2024-Vodafone Hackalympics Hackathon Winner-Growth Category
Built an IoT Smart RF solution to monitor and detect changes in critical antenna RF parameters