Newton Ombese

Frontend Developer

Zola Technologies • Full time

Apr 2024 - Present • 2 yrs 1 mo

Led and managed a team of 3 Frontend Developers, overseeing code quality, driving feature development, and conducting technical reviews (code reviews, architecture discussions) to ensure high standards and consistency across all front-end projects. Architected and implemented responsive, high-performance, and scalable user interfaces for Zola's core web platform using React.js and modern JavaScript (ES6+). Defined technical roadmaps and best practices for the front-end stack, focusing on improving development workflows, state management strategies, and overall application performance (e.g., page load times, Lighthouse scores). Collaborated cross-functionally with Product Managers, UX/UI Designers, and Back-End Engineers to translate wireframes and user stories into pixel-perfect, accessible, and functional user experiences. Mentored junior and mid-level developers on complex technical challenges, front-end patterns, testing methodologies, and professional growth, fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration within the team.

Coding Tutor & Instructor

SOMKODER • Full time

Nov 2023 - May 2024 • 6 mos

Taught and mentored aspiring developers in a full-stack web development curriculum, covering both front-end and back-end technologies to prepare them for entry-level professional roles. Developed and delivered comprehensive lessons and hands-on projects focusing on core programming languages and frameworks, including: Front-End Development: JavaScript, React.js, and foundational web technologies like HTML/CSS. Back-End Development: Python (Programming Language) and the Django web framework for building robust and scalable applications. Integrated practical industry methodologies by instructing students in Agile Project Management principles, including Scrum and Kanban, to simulate real-world team development environments. Provided one-on-one and group support to troubleshoot code, explain complex concepts, and guide students through debugging processes, ensuring high comprehension and project completion rates. Designed, reviewed, and graded coding assignments and capstone projects, offering constructive feedback to facilitate skill mastery and professional growth.

Angular Developer

iTalanta • Full time

Feb 2023 - Jan 2024 • 11 mos

I successfully contributed to the iTalanta team as an Angular Developer during my internship. Here are some key accomplishments: -- Resolved Project Issues: - Proactively identified and resolved several critical issues within the project, enhancing overall functionality and performance. -- Code Contributions: - Actively participated in the development process, and my code contributions were successfully merged into the project's main codebase. Highlighted Personal Projects: Elewa Project Description: The Elewa Conversational Manager. An open-source chatbot editor and manager which allows to host and use conversational learning projects Project link: https://github.com/italanta/elewa Project Title: elewa Successfully contributed to the iTalanta team as an Angular Developer during the internship. Key Accomplishments: - Resolved Project Issues: - Proactively identified and resolved critical issues within the project, enhancing overall functionality and performance. - Code Contributions: - Actively participated in the development process; my code contributions were successfully merged into the project's main codebase.