Benson M.

Benson M.

DevOps Engineer

RWANDA
Trusted member since 2023
9 years of experience

Additionally, Benson possesses a diverse skill set in various tools and technologies essential for modern DevOps practices. These include Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, Argocd, GitOps, CI/CD, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab Actions, Ansible, Grafana, Prometheus, Istio, Linkerd, as well as programming languages and database technologies such as Java, PHP, Python, Node.js, NoSQL, MySQL, Postgres, Kafka, EFK, GrayLog, and NewRelic.

Benson is deeply passionate about implementing automation and monitoring technologies. His aim is to empower organizations to deliver efficient and scalable software and data solutions to their customers through streamlined processes and robust infrastructure.

Main expertise

KubernetesKubernetes6 years
AWSAWS6 years
DevOpsDevOps6 years
DockerDocker6 years
16+

Experience9

Irembo

DevOps Engineer

Irembo
Government and Public Services
Dec 2021 · 4y 3m
  • Configuring, securing and managing Kubernetes clusters to support containerized microservices, ensuring high availability and performance for millions of requests per day.
  • Configuring, securing and managing Kubernetes clusters to support containerized microservices, ensuring high availability and performance for millions of requests per day.
  • Setting up monitoring and logging systems to detect and troubleshoot issues quickly using ELK, Prometheus, Grafana and NewRelic.
Microservices

Computer Science Facilitator

African Leadership University
Education
Mar 2020 - Dec 2021 · 1y 9m
  • Facilitated classes in Cloud Computing, Human-Centered Design Principles, Human-Computer Interaction, and Database Management, leveraging effective teaching methodologies and techniques to ensure student engagement and comprehension.
  • Collaborated with other instructors and subject matter experts to develop course materials and assessments that aligned with learning objectives and industry standards. Incorporated real-world case studies and examples to enhance understanding and relevance for students.
UNDP

System Architect Consultant

UNDP
Government and Public Services
Apr 2019 - Dec 2019 · 8m
  • Successfully designed and implemented a scalable infrastructure and applications to support METEO's goal of providing timely and accurate weather predictions to Rwandans.
  • Conducted a thorough analysis of the organization's needs and requirements, and identified suitable technologies and frameworks that could support the development of the required applications.
PHPPHP
Andela

Facilitating Volunteer

Andela
HR and Recruitment
Aug 2018 - Dec 2019 · 1y 4m
  • Organized and facilitated regular technical meetups for students, providing a platform for knowledge sharing and networking opportunities.
  • Taught web development to students, providing a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.
  • Head facilitator for cloud computing track where I taught cloud computing concepts on GCP including kubernetes

Cloud Consultant

Oltranz Limited
Telecommunications
Jun 2018 - May 2020 · 1y 11m
  • Successfully designed, implemented, and managed a hybrid cloud environment, leveraging AWS and on-premises infrastructure to ensure high availability, scalability, and security.
  • Migrated microservice applications to AWS using Docker, Kubernetes and Jenkins, improving deployment speed and reducing operational costs.
  • Designed and implemented automated backup and disaster recovery solutions to minimize downtime and data loss.
  • Designed and deployed monitoring solutions, including Istio service mesh, Grafana, and Prometheus enabling visibility and proactive identification and resolution of issues.
Microservices
DataDogDataDog
AWS ECRAWS ECR
Smart Futures

Cloud Migration Consultant

Smart Futures
Education
Jun 2018 - Aug 2018 · 2m
  • Setup and migrated applications and services to a cloud environment on Microsoft Azure, providing a reliable and scalable platform for the organization.
  • Implemented CI/CD pipelines for the organization's developers, providing a streamlined and automated process for software development and deployment.
  • Databases migration to Azure and implemented auto-scaling capabilities ensuring ability to handle varying levels of workload without compromising performance or availability.
Azure Blob storageAzure Blob storage
Azure Web AppAzure Web App
Hepta Analytics

DevOps Engineer

Hepta Analytics
Data Analytics
Jan 2018 · 8y 2m
  • Successfully planned, tested, and developed infrastructure solutions for multiple projects, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability.
  • Leveraged Kubernetes to deploy over 100 applications and services with load balancing, auto-scaling, and self-healing capabilities to ensure high performance and maximum availability.
  • Collaborating with development teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of new features and updates. Monitoring deployment pipelines and performing regular maintenance to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
  • Led and managed multiple projects, prioritizing tasks, and delivering on time and within budget.
Microservices
Data Science
DataDogDataDog
Carnegie Mellon University

Software Developer

Carnegie Mellon University
Education
Jan 2017 - Jun 2018 · 1y 5m
  • Designed, developed, and deployed custom Salesforce applications that integrated with current and third-party applications to meet business needs.
  • Designed, implemented, and maintained systems that automated everyday tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Provided end-to-end support to staff and students throughout the admission cycle, from initial inquiry to enrollment.
CakePHPCakePHP
Equity Bank

Data Mining Analyst

Equity Bank
Banking and Finance
May 2015 - Aug 2015 · 3m
  • Designed and developed performance dashboards using Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition to provide insights into key performance indicators and drive data-based decision-making.
  • Developed and implemented custom scripts and tools to automate data extraction.
  • Managed and extended the data warehouse, ensuring timely and accurate loading of data from various sources using Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) processes.
OracleOracle
Data Analytics

Assessments

Engineering excellence

Benson’s overall performance in a 90-minute live technical assessment ranks in the top 25% of vetted DevOps Engineers at Proxify.

Education

Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University
Information Technology2016 - 2018
AUC
Ashesi University College
Computer Science2012 - 2016

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