Evans Kipngeno Cheruiyot
Software Engineer & DevOps Engineer
Designing, Building & Automating Scalable Software Systems
Software Engineer specializing in full-stack development, cloud infrastructure, CI/CD automation, and DevOps practices. I build production-ready applications with a focus on scalability, reliability, security, and performance.
What I Can Build For You
Specialized in creating robust, scalable solutions that drive business growth and user satisfaction
Full-Stack Web Applications
End-to-end MERN stack applications with modern UI/UX and scalable architecture
REST API Development
Secure, well-documented APIs with Django REST Framework or Node.js/Express
Authentication & Security
JWT-based auth, role-based access control, and security best practices
Database Design & Optimization
Efficient MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or MySQL schemas optimized for performance
About Me
I'm a Software Engineer and DevOps Engineer passionate about building, deploying, and maintaining scalable digital products. My expertise spans full-stack development with React, Node.js, Python, Django, and modern cloud-native technologies.
I design secure, efficient, and maintainable systems, leveraging Docker, CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), PostgreSQL, Redis, and Linux-based environments to deliver reliable production-ready applications. My focus is on clean code, scalable architecture, automation, and operational excellence.
What I Do
- Full-Stack Application Development
- Cloud & DevOps Engineering
- Docker & Containerization
- CI/CD Pipeline Automation
- Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)
- Backend Systems & API Development
- System Architecture & Scalability
- Technical Mentorship (TechBridge Africa)
Philosophy
"Building software is only half the job. Great engineering ensures systems are scalable, reliable, secure, and maintainable long after deployment."
Skills & Technologies
My technical expertise spans full-stack development, from frontend to backend, databases, and essential tools.
frontend
- JavaScript (ES6+)
- TypeScript
- React.js
- Next.js 14
- HTML5 & CSS3
- Tailwind CSS
backend
- Node.js
- Express.js
- Python
- Django / Django REST Framework
- Flask
databases
- MySQL
- PostgreSQL
- MongoDB
- SQLite
Tools & Technologies
- Git & GitHub
- Docker & Docker Compose
- GitHub Actions (CI/CD)
- Terraform (IaC)
- Linux
- Bash Scripting
- Postman / Thunder Client
- Render, Vercel, Railway, Netlify
- REST API Development
- Nginx
- Winston (Structured Logging)
- VS Code
Specialization
MERN Stack (Primary)
- Full-stack MERN apps
- Authentication & Authorization (JWT, RBAC)
- REST API development
- MongoDB schema design
- State management
Python Backend Development
- Django REST Framework APIs
- Celery & Redis task queues
- WebSocket real-time features (Django Channels)
- Authentication systems
- System tools and utilities
DevOps & Infrastructure
- Docker containerisation & Compose
- GitHub Actions CI/CD pipelines
- Terraform Infrastructure as Code
- Render & cloud deployments
- Structured logging, health checks & uptime monitoring
Featured Projects
Here are some of my recent projects showcasing my full-stack development skills in MERN and Python.
Women Empowerment SDGs Platform
Connected 500+ women entrepreneurs with 99.9% uptime
- •Scalable MERN platform
- •Resources and mentorship access
- •60% reduction in admin workload
Learning Management System
Production-grade LMS with role-based access and real-time tracking
- •Secure dashboards for students, instructors, admins
- •Automated certificate analytics
- •Real-time progress monitoring
AI Buddy Study
Won hackathon with 35% improvement in study efficiency
- •AI-powered study assistance
- •Innovative AI integration
- •Competition-winning platform
Ecommerce
Handled 5,000+ monthly users with secure transactions
- •Fullstack ecommerce platform
- •Secure payment integration
- •User friendly product management
- •Admin dashboard for order tracking
Roommate Finder
A full-stack Django backend for finding compatible roommates through preference-based matching, real-time chat, and SMS notifications.
- •Weighted matching algorithm
- •Real-time WebSocket chat via Django Channels
- •Geo-filtering & SMS via Africa's Talking
- •JWT auth, Cloudinary, Celery + Redis
- •GitHub Actions CI/CD pipeline
- •Docker containerisation & Compose
- •Terraform Infrastructure as Code
- •Winston structured logging & UptimeRobot monitoring
SMS Hub Pro
Production SMS platform with end-to-end DevOps pipeline
- •GitHub Actions CI/CD pipeline
- •Docker containerisation & Compose
- •Terraform Infrastructure as Code
- •Winston structured logging & UptimeRobot monitoring
School Dashboard
A full-stack school management dashboard built with modern web technologies and integrated DevOps workflows. The project includes automated deployment pipelines, containerized services, and scalable application architecture focused on real-world administrative management systems
- •Dockerized application setup
- •CI/CD automation with GitHub Actions
- •Automated deployment workflows
- •Environment variable management
- •Linux/Nginx server configuration
- •Production-ready deployment structure
- •Version control using Git & GitHub
What I Bring To Teams
Combining software engineering expertise with DevOps practices to build, deploy, and maintain reliable systems that scale.
Full-Stack Engineering
Building robust applications from frontend interfaces to backend services, databases, and APIs using modern technologies and best practices.
DevOps & Automation
Automating deployments, infrastructure, and development workflows using Docker, CI/CD pipelines, Terraform, and cloud-native practices.
Scalable Architecture
Designing secure, maintainable, and production-ready systems that remain reliable as products, teams, and user bases grow.
Live Development Terminal
Watch real development commands and their outputs in action
Education & Learning
Diploma in Information Communication Technology
Eldoret National Polytechnic
Comprehensive ICT program covering software development, database management, network administration, and systems analysis.
Software Engineering Program
PLP Academy
Intensive software engineering bootcamp focusing on modern development practices and project-based learning.
Learning Goals
- Advanced Django Development
- Cloud Architecture & Deployment
- DevOps & CI/CD Practices
- API Security & Best Practices
Academic Focus
My studies combine theoretical computer science foundations with practical software development skills, preparing me for modern backend development challenges.
My Interests
Beyond coding, I'm passionate about technology trends, problem-solving, and continuous learning.
Technology & Innovation
- Exploring emerging tech trends
- AI/ML applications in backend systems
- Cloud computing innovations
- Open source contributions
Problem Solving
- Algorithm challenges
- System design puzzles
- Debugging complex issues
- Optimization strategies
Learning & Growth
- Reading tech blogs & books
- Attending developer meetups
- Online courses & tutorials
- Knowledge sharing
What Drives Me
"I believe technology should solve real-world problems and make life better for people. Every line of code I write is an opportunity to create something meaningful."
- Building scalable solutions
- Writing clean, maintainable code
- Mentoring fellow developers
- Contributing to open source
Beyond Technology
When I'm not coding, you'll find me exploring new places, reading about tech innovations, or discussing the future of software development with fellow enthusiasts.
Mentorship Spotlight
I'm incredibly grateful to be mentored by Kiprotich Mibei Amos, a Senior Infrastructure Engineer whose wisdom and experience have played a pivotal role in my growth as a backend developer. His unwavering guidance, technical insights, and belief in my potential have not only strengthened my skills but also deepened my confidence to pursue ambitious goals. Having a mentor like him has reminded me that behind every rising developer is someone who chooses to guide, challenge, and inspire them to go further.
GitHub Activity
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What Clients Say
Real feedback from projects I've delivered. More testimonials coming soon!
"Evans built our NGO platform from scratch and delivered beyond expectations. His technical skills and communication made the whole process smooth."— Project Lead, Women Empowerment SDGs Platform
Let's Connect
I'm always interested in discussing new opportunities, collaborations, or just talking about technology. Feel free to reach out!