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Moki Daniel
Moki Daniel

Technology & Product Leader

Open to offers · Member since 15 Oct 2026
Location
Nairobi, Kenya
Desired salary
Confidential
Work preference
Remote Only / Full Time, Freelance
Experience level
Lead

About

Professional summary

I am a Technology and Product Leader with over 10 years of experience spanning software engineering, technology strategy, data, AI, digital transformation, systems integration, and business technology. I turn business and customer needs into scalable software products, technical requirements, and operational improvements.

I lead full-stack engineering, API and backend development, cloud infrastructure, data engineering, analytics, automation, and DevOps initiatives. My technical foundation includes JavaScript, React, Python, Node.js, SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, REST APIs, microservices, and CI/CD practices.

I combine product thinking with engineering leadership to improve existing products, modernize legacy systems, define product requirements, and deliver measurable business outcomes. I have worked across technology, financial services, telecommunications, enterprise IT, and community-focused initiatives.

I enjoy leading cross-functional teams, mentoring engineers, managing stakeholders and vendors, and establishing governance, cybersecurity, risk management, and data protection practices. I am experienced in Agile delivery, technical documentation, project planning, and customer-centered problem solving.

I am passionate about building technology products that expand access, affordability, financial inclusion, and sustainable mobility across Africa. I bring a data-driven, customer-focused, and commercially aware approach to technology and product leadership.

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Skills

38 capabilities

Tech stack & tools

Working toolkit

Experience

Career history

Founder | Chief Data and Technology Officer Smartgiggs Limited

I lead technology and product strategy across software, data, digital transformation, and automation initiatives. I translate business needs into scalable software products and business-aligned technology solutions.

I oversee software architecture, full-stack engineering, APIs, cloud infrastructure, systems integration, analytics, AI, and automation. I lead engineering teams, manage vendors and partnerships, and establish governance, cybersecurity, risk management, and data protection practices.

Chairman & Co-Founder Wendani Vision Network C.B.O.

I provide strategic leadership, governance, and organizational direction for a community-based organization. I lead community development, sustainability, and income-generating initiatives.

I build partnerships with government, NGOs, donors, and private-sector stakeholders. I also support organizational planning, performance monitoring, resource mobilization, and long-term sustainability.

Senior Software Engineer Eclectics International

I provided technical leadership across software products, engineering initiatives, and product improvement programs. I translated customer and business requirements into technical specifications and software solutions.

I contributed to modernization and standardization of legacy applications, delivery of new technology initiatives, and identification of commercially relevant innovations. I also created technical documentation, supported delivery planning, and mentored developers.

Web Developer Letshego

I collaborated with product owners, Scrum Masters, management, and other stakeholders to enhance web products. I translated business and product requirements into implementation plans and technical solutions.

I developed web applications and product features using Agile practices, led engineering squads, conducted code reviews, and supported quality releases. I also resolved production issues affecting users and business operations.

Software Engineer Freelance

I delivered websites and software solutions for clients using JavaScript, React, Node.js, MySQL, and PostgreSQL. I worked directly with clients to understand requirements and recommend appropriate technology solutions.

I built, tested, documented, maintained, and enhanced web applications and interactive frontend products. My work covered the full delivery cycle from requirements through implementation and support.

Territory Sales Executive Airtel Kenya / Fine Media Kenya Limited

I managed sales operations and field teams across an assigned territory. I led promoters, retailers, and Airtel Money agents to improve product adoption, distribution, and sales performance.

I recruited, trained, and managed field sales teams while engaging customers, agents, and retailers. This role strengthened my experience in customer behavior, B2C sales, distribution, and field operations.

Mentor – Google Africa Developer Scholarship Andela

I trained and supported junior developers in web development. I led stand-ups and helped learners progress through technical learning activities.

I coordinated with program assistants to improve learner support and program outcomes. I provided mentorship within a structured developer education environment.

AWS Educate Student Ambassador Amazon Web Services

I supported more than 100 students and IT professionals learning AWS technologies. I provided technical guidance and helped learners resolve AWS-related challenges.

I promoted cloud learning, technology adoption, and access to AWS educational resources. The role involved community engagement and technical enablement.

Participant – Spinnaker Google Summer of Code

I contributed to the open-source Spinnaker project in an international engineering environment. My work focused on the Spinnaker Deck user interface.

I supported migration of the user interface from Angular to React. This experience strengthened my open-source collaboration and frontend modernization skills.

IT Support Assistant DAC Aviation International

I provided enterprise IT support, systems administration, and end-user support. I managed user accounts, servers, backups, hardware, software, and network systems.

I produced management reports to support operational decision-making and worked with vendors and service providers to maintain IT operations. I helped ensure reliable technology services for the organization.

System Technician Fincom Technologies Limited

I installed, configured, troubleshot, and maintained enterprise IT systems. I worked with POS systems, servers, printers, and IP telephony solutions.

I provided technical consultancy and customer training for corporate clients. I also supported junior technicians and interns in delivery and support activities.

Software Engineer Circuit Business Systems Limited

I implemented and configured library management systems based on customer requirements. I developed MySQL database reports and supported requirements from pilot implementation through final deployment.

I provided customer training, technical consultancy, and implementation support. I also led and mentored graduate trainees working on project assignments.

Education

Learning history

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)

Master of Science, Computer Systems

Relevant study areas include artificial intelligence, software project management, information systems, database systems, web engineering, distributed systems, information systems security, and distributed internet databases.

Moi University

Bachelor of Science, Information Science – Information Technology

Graduated with Second Class Honours, Upper Division.

OpenClassrooms

Bachelor-Level Diploma, Front-End Development / Computer Software Engineering

Bachelor-level training in front-end development and computer software engineering.

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