Samuel Owino: Empowering Lives Through Scalable Software Solutions and Innovative HealthTech
In the fast-evolving world of technology, building solutions that not only serve businesses but also
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transform lives is the mark of a true innovator. Samuel Owino, a Software Engineer and Co-Founder of Life Planner, exemplifies this vision. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, Samuel has over six years of experience in developing scalable, impactful software solutions that address both personal productivity and global healthcare needs.
At Life Planner, his mission is clear—creating digital tools that make goal-setting and life planning accessible to everyone. Under his leadership, the platform focuses on helping individuals prioritize goals, stay organized, and track progress seamlessly. His approach combines robust engineering practices with product development, user experience design, and project management, reflecting a holistic view of technology as a driver of meaningful change.
Beyond entrepreneurship, Samuel has worked with leading organizations in health tech and finance, contributing to platforms like PeerNaija (a gamified mobile health intervention improving adherence to antiretroviral treatment) and mUzima, an open-source mobile health application widely adopted in Kenya and beyond. His work demonstrates a passion for using technology to solve pressing challenges in healthcare, productivity, and everyday life.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SNAPSHOT
| Role | Organization | Duration | Key Contributions |
| Co-Founder | Life Planner | Apr 2021 – Present | Leading platform development, business strategy, recruiting, and project management; building software to support personal productivity and life planning. |
| Software Engineering Consultant | Vanderbilt University Medical Center | Feb 2020 – Mar 2021 | Contributed to the PeerNaija mHealth platform; designed solutions improving adherence to HIV treatment among adolescents and young adults. |
| Software Engineer | AMPATH Kenya | Jan 2018 – Jan 2020 | Developed open-source mUzima projects including mUzima PHR & SHR, enhancing mobile health solutions for clinical and personal use. |
| Software Engineering Consultant | Nyada and Company CPAs | Jan 2017 – Dec 2017 | Designed and implemented accounting and finance software for small and medium-sized enterprises. |
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology – Masinde Muliro University (Nov 2014 – Apr 2020)
PUBLICATIONS & CONTRIBUTIONS
- PEERNaija: A Gamified mHealth Behavioral Intervention to Improve Adherence to Antiretroviral Treatment Among Adolescents and Young Adults in Nigeria
- Create a Managed Product in the Google Play Console
- Java Persistence API, JPA
- Securing Web-REST-APIs with JWT
- Algorithms II: Fundamental Data Structures
TOP SKILLS
- Software Engineering (Java, SQL, APIs)
- Project Management & Product Development
- Mobile and Web Application Development
- UX/UI Design and User-Centered Development
- Collaboration in Cross-Functional Teams
Samuel Owino’s journey illustrates how software engineering can transcend coding to create solutions with real-world impact. From advancing healthcare interventions to developing tools that empower individuals to achieve their goals, his career reflects a commitment to using technology as a force for good.
As he continues to grow Life Planner and explore new collaborations, Samuel remains dedicated to fostering innovation, building collaborative cultures, and driving progress through technology.
Connect with him on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-owino-954154129.
