KAYUMBA TSHIKWAT NATHAN

[email protected] • +243 97 100 22 16 • Lubumbashi DRC
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-kayumba-a5a02b19b/ • GitHub: https://github.com/nathan79-c

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Creative and passionate Mobile Application Developer with a strong foundation in Android development using Kotlin and Java. Adept at crafting seamless user experiences with Jetpack Compose and XML, and implementing robust, scalable applications through MVVM and Clean Architecture. Highly experienced in integrating RESTful APIs, managing persistent data with Room, and navigating complex app workflows with WorkManager and Navigation Component. Known for delivering clean, maintainable code and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Committed to innovation, continuous learning, and building mobile solutions that truly impact users' lives.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Mobile Application Developer
01/2022 - Present
Freelance
• Designed and developed native Android applications using Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, and MVVM architecture, focusing on performance, clean code, and a great user experience. Apps span domains such as media, education, and productivity.
• Built and maintained mobile features like text-to-speech conversion, offline data caching (Room, DataStore), real-time notifications, and RESTful API integrations, improving app accessibility and engagement.
• Successfully delivered projects like a Movie Search App, a File-to-Audio Note App, and a Christian Meditation App, each applying modern Android practices and demonstrating end-to-end mobile development skills.
• Collaborated with clients and mentors to understand project needs, propose scalable architecture, and ensure delivery with attention to detail, performance, and future maintainability.
• Employed best practices with Git, Gradle, and modular app architecture, ensuring code stability and making onboarding or handoff smooth for collaborators or future enhancements.

EDUCATION

GRADUATE: SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
05/2024
HIGHER SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

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