James Njoroge

Software and Data Engineering Student

Hamilton, NY, USA, EST

JN

About

I am an ambitious, diligent, and analytical student leader with a portfolio in software development, data analytics, and research, exemplified by outstanding academic performance and co-founding a student-run tech startup at Colgate University.

Education

Computer Science | Applied Mathematics

Colgate University (Cum Laude)

Computer Science | Applied Mathematics
20212025
Artificial Intelligence | Probability | Database Systems

University of Manchester (Study Abroad)

Artificial Intelligence | Probability | Database Systems
Sep 2023Jan 2024
High School Diploma

Choate Rosemary Hall

High School Diploma
20182021

Technical Skills

Java
Python
R
C
TypeScript
JavaScript
HTML/CSS
MATLAB
ReactNative
SQL
MongoDB
CouchBase
Docker
AWS
ETL Processes

Coursework

Linear Algebra
Data Structures and Algorithms
Artificial Intelligence
Computational Mathematics
Real Analysis
Numerical Analysis
Database Management Systems
Probability
Calculus

Work Experience

Mondelez International

Mondelez International
PowerBI
Tableau
Oracle Essbase
Python
VBA

Digital Finance Intern

Jun 2024 - Aug 2024
  • Built and migrated the MDLZ Incentive Program tracking tool from Excel to a combination of Excel, Essbase, and PowerBI, enhancing data visualization and reporting capabilities.
  • Automated global FP&A team’s monthly financial data ETL processes using Python and Excel, reducing data processing time by 75% and saving the team 2 days of work per month.
  • Optimized financial allocations with VBA scripts, reducing a 20-hour process to 1 hour.
  • Collaborated closely with the CFO (Luca Zaramella) and key global FP&A stakeholders to ensure new tools met executive requirements, leading to improved user adoption and satisfaction.
  • Presented final products and key improvements to MDLZ executive leadership, including the global CFO and treasurer, influencing strategic decision on future financial technology implementations.
Colgate Centre for Learning, Teaching, and Research

Colgate Centre for Learning, Teaching, and Research
AI
Academic Policy

Generative AI Student Explorer

Aug 2024 - Jun 2025
  • Conduct comprehensive research on emerging GenAI tools, technologies, and trends in academic environments
  • Foster and maintain robust, trust-based relationships with professors and students, providing essential academic support and reinforcement to enhance learning experiences.
Colgate Computer Science

Colgate Computer Science
Data Structures & Algorithms

Teaching Assistant

Jan 2023 - Dec 2024
  • Assist students with Python and Java programming assignments, offering guidance and debugging support to strengthen their comprehension of key computer science concepts in Algorithms and Data Structures.
  • Foster and maintain robust, trust-based relationships with professors and students, providing essential academic support and reinforcement to enhance learning experiences.

Projects

Sloop Software

Student-run company that focuses on software development projects.

Startup
ReactNative
SQL
JavaScript

Personal Website

My personal website and online CV. Built with Next.js and Tailwind CSS.

Next.js
Tailwind CSS
TypeScript
React