Google Developer Expert

I Architect & Engineer SolutionsFor Growth

CTO, Solutions Architect & Engineer delivering scalable solutions for enterprises, startups, and small businesses. Passionate about mentoring and training the next generation of engineers. Available for full-time, part-time, and contract opportunities.

Google Developer Expert and independent consultant specializing in Gen AI/ML solutions. 145+ open source contributions driving innovation forward.

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10+ Years Experience
145+
Open Source
300+
Community Stars
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Gen AI/ML Pioneer
Gen AI/ML Expert
Open Source Leader
Community Builder
Technical Strategy
Innovation Driver
Cloud Architecture
AI Conference Speaker
Engineering Mentor
Maina Wycliffe - Google Developer Expert

Maina Wycliffe

Google Developer Expert

Independent Technical Consultant

SeekingCTO Role
Available AsSolutions Architect
ApproachDeliverables-Focused

Community & Innovation

Google Developer Expert recognition

145+ open source contributions

Building cutting-edge Gen AI/ML solutions

Curiosity-driven technical innovation

Available β€’ Full-time β€’ Part-time β€’ Contract

Ready to engineer your next breakthrough

Professional Journey

Proven Leadership Across Growing Companies

From founding engineer to tech lead, my curiosity drives continuous innovation. Currently exploring Gen AI/ML solutions while building community impact through open source leadership and technical mentorship.

Skyhook Adventure

2019 - Present (6+ years)

Role Progression

Engineer β†’ Consultant β†’ Tech Lead

Software Engineer
Consultant
Tech Lead

Leadership Focus

Driving technical vision, fostering innovation culture, mentoring engineering teams

Key Impact & Achievements

Established technical leadership culture driving innovation

Architected scalable solutions serving global customer base

Mentored 15+ junior engineers, accelerating their career growth

Led digital transformation initiatives improving business metrics

Built modern development practices increasing team velocity

Championed emerging technologies and best practices adoption

Technologies & Architecture

Technical Leadership
Solution Architecture
Digital Transformation
Team Scaling
Innovation Strategy

Flanksource, Inc

2022 - 2024 (2+ years)

Role Progression

Open Source Technical Leader

Frontend Software Engineer

Leadership Focus

Open source advocacy, technical mentorship, driving adoption of emerging technologies

Key Impact & Achievements

Drove open source product development strategy

Led major technology transitions enhancing product stability

Championed modern development practices across teams

Architected authentication solutions for enterprise scale

Mentored team in adopting cutting-edge frontend technologies

Trained engineers in open source contribution best practices

Technologies & Architecture

Open Source Leadership
Product Strategy
Technology Transitions
Enterprise Architecture
Team Mentoring

Fudos, Inc

2018 - 2019 (1+ years)

Role Progression

Founding Technical Visionary

Founding Software Engineer

Leadership Focus

Founding technical vision, establishing scalable architecture, building innovation-first culture

Key Impact & Achievements

Established foundational technical architecture from ground up

Pioneered modern technology stack adoption for competitive advantage

Built scalable infrastructure enabling rapid business growth

Created development practices that became company standards

Drove technical innovation culture in early-stage startup environment

Technologies & Architecture

Startup Leadership
Technical Vision
Infrastructure Innovation
Growth Architecture
Culture Building

Ready to Transform Your Technical Vision?

Seeking a CTO, Solutions Architect, or independent consultant who can scale teams, architect solutions, and drive business growth? Let's discuss your technical challenges.

Innovation & Curiosity

Building Tomorrow's Solutions Today

My curiosity drives continuous exploration of emerging technologies. Currently working with Generative AI, Machine Learning, and Cloud technologies, I've shared insights at Google AI Roadshow conferences across Africa (Nairobi, Johannesburg, Cape Town), combining technical innovation with real-world problem-solving while maintaining active contributions to the global developer community.

Conference Speaker & Builder

Gen AI/ML/Cloud Solutions Expert

Building cutting-edge solutions with Generative AI, Machine Learning, and Cloud technologies. Featured speaker at Google AI Roadshow across Africa (Nairobi, Johannesburg, Cape Town)

Impact

Driving adoption of AI/ML technologies in practical business applications across African markets

Focus Areas

Generative AI
Machine Learning
Cloud AI
Google Cloud
AI Integration
Continuous Contribution

Open Source Community Leader

145+ repositories contributing to the global developer community with practical solutions

Impact

300+ stars from developers worldwide using and building upon my contributions

Focus Areas

Open Source
Community Building
Developer Tools
Knowledge Sharing
Mentorship
Active Mentor

Engineering Mentorship & Training

Passionate about developing the next generation of engineers through mentoring, training programs, and knowledge sharing initiatives

Impact

Mentored 20+ engineers across career levels, helping them advance from junior to senior roles

Focus Areas

Career Development
Technical Training
Code Reviews
Best Practices
Leadership Development

Ready to Build AI-Powered Solutions?

Google AI Roadshow Speaker

AI/ML Leadership Across Africa

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Nairobi

Kenya's tech capital - sharing AI innovations with East Africa's developer community

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Johannesburg

South Africa's business hub - advancing AI/ML adoption in enterprise environments

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Cape Town

Africa's startup ecosystem - inspiring the next generation of AI innovators

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🌍 Continental Impact

Advancing AI/ML expertise across Sub-Saharan Africa's tech ecosystems.

Ready to Innovate Together?

Why Choose Me

The Strategic Advantage You Need

In today's fast-paced tech landscape, you need more than just technical skills. You need a strategic partner who combines deep experience with creative innovation to deliver results that matter. Whether you need a CTO to set technical vision, a Solutions Architect to solve complex challenges, or a Solutions Engineer to bridge technical and business needs - I bring Gen AI/ML/Cloud expertise with immediate impact, future-ready solutions, and team acceleration capabilities.

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Creative Problem Solving

I approach complex challenges with fresh perspectives, combining technical expertise with innovative thinking to deliver solutions others might miss.

Business Impact

Unique approaches that differentiate your products and unlock new opportunities

Creative solutions that drive 40%+ efficiency gains
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Lightning-Fast Turnaround

Years of experience have taught me to identify patterns quickly and execute efficiently. I deliver high-quality solutions without compromising on speed.

Business Impact

Faster time-to-market and rapid problem resolution when it matters most

Weeks not months - proven track record of rapid delivery
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Innovation-First Mindset

I don't just implement - I innovate. Always exploring cutting-edge technologies like Generative AI, ML, and Cloud solutions to ensure your solutions are future-ready.

Business Impact

Stay ahead of the competition with forward-thinking technical strategies

145+ open source innovations adopted globally
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Deliverables-Focused Approach

Every project is measured by concrete deliverables and business impact. I focus on tangible results that work for enterprises, startups, and small businesses alike.

Business Impact

Clear deliverables that directly translate to measurable business value

Proven track record of delivering results across all business sizes
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Deep Technical Experience

From founding technical vision to delivering solutions for enterprises, startups, and small businesses, I bring battle-tested experience across diverse industries and scales.

Business Impact

Avoid costly mistakes and accelerate success with proven expertise

Delivered results for companies of all sizes
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Engineering Mentor & Trainer

Passionate about developing engineering talent through hands-on mentoring, structured training programs, and knowledge transfer initiatives that accelerate team growth.

Business Impact

Build stronger engineering teams through proven mentorship and training methodologies

20+ engineers mentored from junior to senior roles

Let's Build Something Great

Full-time
Part-time
Contract
Consulting
Let's Connect

Ready to Build Something Amazing?

As a CTO, Technical Solutions Architect, and Solutions Engineer with Gen AI/ML/Cloud expertise, I focus on delivering results for enterprises, startups, and small businesses. Whether you need to drive technical vision, solve complex challenges, bridge technical and business needs, or navigate the AI/ML future - I'm available for full-time, part-time, and contract opportunities with a focus on concrete deliverables.

Leadership Roles

CTO, Solutions Architect, Solutions Engineer β€’ Full-time & Contract

Technical Solutions

Architecture design, AI integration, and strategic consulting

Gen AI/ML Innovation

Generative AI, Machine Learning, Cloud integration, and cutting-edge technology

Mentoring & Training

Engineering mentorship, team training, and career development programs

Innovation Never Stops