Stanford Kamau
About Stanford Kamau
Stanford Kamau is an Engineering Manager at Adaptavist in London, England, with extensive experience in software development and team leadership. He has a diverse background, having worked in various roles across multiple companies, including IBM, the European Medicines Agency, and the Ministry of Justice.
Work at Adaptavist
Stanford Kamau has been employed at Adaptavist as an Engineering Manager since 2022. In this role, he oversees engineering teams and is responsible for driving technical projects. Prior to his current position, he served as Engineering Team Lead at Adaptavist from 2020 to 2022. His tenure at Adaptavist highlights his commitment to fostering collaboration and enhancing team performance within the organization.
Previous Employment Experience
Stanford Kamau has a diverse work history spanning multiple roles in various organizations. He worked at the European Medicines Agency as a Software Architect and Senior Java Developer for 14 years, from 2004 to 2018. His earlier roles include positions at IBM, Betfair, and Cisco, where he focused on Java development. Additionally, he held leadership roles at the Ministry of Justice and 6point6, contributing to team management and technical leadership.
Education and Expertise
Stanford Kamau studied at Wolmer's Schools from 1982 to 1985. He possesses a comprehensive skill set that includes Java, C++, C, REST, Microservices, Oracle Database, Spring, Hibernate, HTML, Angular, and Agile methodologies. His technical expertise is complemented by his experience in mentoring team leaders and managing international teams, where he emphasizes the development of technical capabilities and an Agile mindset.
Leadership and Team Management
In his roles, Stanford Kamau has demonstrated a strong ability to foster a culture of collaboration and autonomy within teams. He has experience managing three international teams, focusing on enhancing their technical skills and promoting Agile practices. His leadership style emphasizes mentorship, particularly in training and guiding team leaders in their career progression.
Dual Career as an Actor
In addition to his technical career, Stanford Kamau plays a dual role as an actor. This unique combination showcases his versatility and ability to navigate both technical and creative fields. His involvement in acting complements his engineering management role, allowing him to bring a diverse perspective to his professional endeavors.