Benson Owino

Benson Owino

Software Engineer, Fintech Builder, Blockchain Dev, Full Stack Dev, DevOps Engineer, Web3 Architect
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Building the Future of Finance
in Africa

Innovative Software Engineer with expertise in fintech, blockchain, and AI-driven applications. I specialize in building scalable financial solutions that bridge global markets and local economies — from Stellar blockchain integrations to M-Pesa payment systems.

5+
Years Experience
10+
Projects Shipped
6+
Companies
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Who I Am

Results-driven Software Engineer with a proven track record of developing scalable financial solutions, including the IPL Exchange (integrating Stellar & M-Pesa) and T-Tracker (a blockchain-based education platform). I specialize in backend development, Web3 integration, and fintech architecture. My passion lies in building secure, efficient, and disruptive financial systems.

Name
Benson Owino
Degree
BSc Mathematics & CS
Experience
5+ Years
Phone
+254 112 549 611
Email
bensonowino7@gmail.com
Location
Nairobi, Kenya
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Tech Stack

Languages & Frameworks
Python JavaScript TypeScript FastAPI Django Flask React Angular PHP Solidity
Blockchain & Fintech
Stellar Network Stellar Anchor Web3 Tokenization M-Pesa Integration SEP Protocols
DevOps & Cloud
AWS Docker Kubernetes Linux Nginx Git CI/CD
Databases & Tools
PostgreSQL MySQL Redis MongoDB AI/ML
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Career Journey

YETKENYA Limited
Software Engineer
January 2024 - February 2026 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Nairobi, Kenya
Built and maintained enterprise software solutions. Developed the Roven Capital web application and integrated financial services platforms for the East African market.
ImpalaPay Limited
Senior Software Engineer
July 2023 - December 2024 · 1 yr 6 mos · Nairobi, Kenya
Spearheaded the development of the ImpalaPay app for seamless global payments. Led the creation of IPL Exchange — a web marketplace leveraging Stellar anchor technology and M-Pesa for tokenization of real-world assets. Successfully listed ImpalaPay on the Stellar Anchor Directory. Built Airtime-to-Cash and Cash-to-Airtime conversion systems.
BDigismat Limited
Senior Software Engineer
August 2022 - February 2026 · 3 yrs 7 mos · Nairobi, Kenya
Delivered scalable software solutions across e-commerce, mass messaging platforms, and fintech applications. Contributed to architecture decisions and team leadership.
Nanesoft Labs Limited
Senior Software Engineer
January 2023 - February 2025 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Nairobi, Kenya
Created T-Tracker, a groundbreaking blockchain application using Web3, Solidity, and crypto to bridge gaps in the education system. Led development of the Stellar anchor infrastructure and token platform. Won recognition at 2022 Moringa School x Safaricom hackathon.
Nanesoft Labs Limited
Software Developer & Operations Lead
August 2021 - September 2023 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Nairobi, Kenya
Provided real-world software solutions. Led operations and development teams to deliver client projects including community platforms and web applications.
Roven Capital
Software Engineer
May 2023 - November 2024 · 1 yr 7 mos · Kenya
Developed the Roven Capital web application for investment management and financial services in the East African region.
KCB Bank Group
Field Officer
November 2021 - February 2022 · 4 mos · Nairobi, Kenya
Worked on the Inua Jamii government program, facilitating financial inclusion services for beneficiaries.
Olympic Vocational Training Center
Computer Technology Instructor
January 2021 - January 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo · Nairobi, Kenya
Taught computer technology courses including programming fundamentals, web development, and digital literacy.
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Education

Taita Taveta University
BSc Mathematics & Computer Science
2019
Moringa School
Computer Software Development
August 2019 - August 2021
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Key Milestones

ImpalaPay on Stellar Anchor Directory
Stellar Network
ImpalaPay Listed on Stellar Anchor Directory

Successfully integrated and listed ImpalaPay as a verified anchor on the Stellar network directory (anchors.stellar.org), enabling USDC and USD fiat on/off ramps for the Kenyan market.

CMA Regulatory Sandbox
Regulatory
Yeshara Tokens — CMA Regulatory Sandbox

Participated in the licensing process for Yeshara Tokens Limited's admission into Kenya's Capital Markets Authority (CMA) regulatory sandbox for a 12-month trial to test blockchain-based tokenization of real estate and treasury bonds.

Moringa School x Safaricom Hackathon
Award
Moringa School x Safaricom Hackathon 2022

Recognized for innovative blockchain work at the 2022 hackathon challenge organized by Moringa School in partnership with Safaricom.

IPL Exchange
Product
IPL Exchange — Stellar + M-Pesa Bridge

Built a cutting-edge web exchange marketplace leveraging Stellar anchor technology with M-Pesa integration, enabling tokenization of real-world assets and seamless crypto on/off ramps.

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What I Do

Fintech Solutions

Payment integrations, M-Pesa APIs, STK push, airtime exchanges, and financial platform development.

Blockchain & Web3

Stellar anchor integration, smart contracts, tokenization, crypto exchanges, and DeFi protocols.

Full Stack Development

End-to-end web applications with Python/Django/FastAPI backends and modern JavaScript frontends.

DevOps & Cloud

AWS deployment, Docker containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure automation.

API Development

RESTful APIs, API documentation, third-party integrations, and microservices architecture.

Tech Training

Computer technology instruction, programming mentorship, and technical team leadership.

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Work Gallery

Craddle Voices
Fintech Platform
Craddle Voices

Financial services and communication platform for businesses.

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Genio Pago
Payment Platform
Genio Pago

Payment processing documentation and integration platform.

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Top Dubai Jobs
Job Platform
Top Dubai Jobs

Job seeker platform connecting talent with opportunities in Dubai.

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Roven Capital
Investment Platform
Roven Capital

Web application for investment management and financial services.

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Yeshara Tokens
Blockchain / Tokenization
Yeshara Tokens

Blockchain-powered platform for tokenizing real estate and assets, admitted to CMA regulatory sandbox.

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Token Platform
Blockchain Platform
Nanesoft Token Platform

Token management and Stellar anchor platform with login authentication.

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Stellar Anchor
Stellar SEP Server
Nanesoft Stellar Anchor

Stellar TOML configuration and anchor server for crypto on/off ramps.

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Young Nesher
Web Application
Young Nesher

Community and business web platform.

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What People Say

I subscribed and contacted him to create my personal website and I was pleased with the response. Professional, fast, and high quality work.
Tina Luseka
Media & Journalism
He's my most beloved friend and an instructor to many things not only computer. Dedicated, passionate, and always ready to help others grow.
Clinton Nemsi
Chairperson, Jamope TV
I needed a website urgently and he made it happen. He also connected me to other app developers to finalize on it. Excellent network and delivery.
Joel Orwa
Photographer
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Get In Touch

Have a project in mind or want to collaborate? Let's build something great together.

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