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Johannesburg Area, South Africa

• Designing Reusable Frameworks: Designed and implemented reusable frameworks to enhance code reuse, accelerate development speed, and establish consistent code standards across projects.• Client Relationship Management: Built and nurtured strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact, to ensure clear communication, understand client needs, and deliver solutions that meet or exceed expectations.• Product Ownership: Took on the role of product owner for multiple Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Management Information Systems (MIS) projects, overseeing their development, enhancement, and maintenance.• Influencing Company Direction: Played a significant role in shaping the company's strategic direction by contributing insights and recommendations as a member of the senior management team.• Requirements Gathering: Collected and documented detailed requirements during the initial stages of system design, ensuring a thorough understanding of project objectives and user needs.• Technical Guidance: Provided expert technical guidance and direction to development teams, assisting them in making informed decisions, overcoming challenges, and ensuring adherence to best practices.• Full-Stack Development: Engaged in full-stack development activities when required, contributing to various aspects of software development across the entire technology stack.• Mentorship: Mentored and guided team members to foster their professional growth, share knowledge, and promote a collaborative and learning-oriented environment.• Shared DB and UI Libraries: Designed and developed shared database (DB) and user interface (UI) libraries that served as foundational components for creating bespoke low-code and Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions.

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

• Oversee the development and implementation of CRM solutions for multiple sectors, including insurance and sales.• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, understanding their requirements, and ensuring the successful delivery of CRM systems.• Provide technical leadership to development teams, guiding them through the design, development, and testing phases.• Lead the design and architecture discussions, ensuring solutions align with best practices and client needs.• Full-Stack Developer for Various Projects:• Serve as a full-stack developer on various projects outside of CRM solutions, contributing to both front-end and back-end development tasks.• Collaborate with team members to deliver high-quality software solutions in a timely manner.• Design Input for New Systems:• Offer valuable design insights and recommendations for the development of new systems.• Mobile Flight Tracking Application:• Led the development of a mobile flight tracking application for the Thailand weather bureau.• Demonstrated expertise in mobile app development, contributing to a crucial application for weather monitoring and aviation safety.• Participate in brainstorming sessions and design reviews to ensure that systems are well-designed, scalable, and user-friendly.• Technical Assistance and Expert Advice:• Provide technical assistance and guidance to development teams, particularly in areas such as Knockout, PostgreSQL, and in-house developed libraries.• Share expertise in coding practices, database design, and development best practices to improve team performance and code quality.• Designed and developed multiple custom CRM systems tailored to the specific needs of various sectors.• Demonstrated a deep understanding of industry requirements and translated them into effective software solutions.• Sales-Focused CRM System with Integration:• Successfully designed, developed, and implemented a sales-focused CRM system within an impressive one-month timeframe.

Pretoria

• Full-Stack Development: Worked as a C# developer on system prototypes used for marketing purposes. This involved both front-end and back-end development, showcasing proficiency in a full-stack development environment.• Process Automation: Identified and automated manual processes in various departments, demonstrating an ability to optimize workflows and enhance efficiency across the organization.• Rule-Processing System Implementation: Developed rule-processing systems as C# libraries for rapid deployment in client systems. This showcases skills in software architecture and design, as well as the ability to create reusable components.• Product Integration: Successfully integrated products into existing client systems, ensuring seamless adoption of new technology and minimizing disruption during implementation.• Cross-System SMS Handling System: Developed a system for handling SMS messages across different systems, which involved expertise in communication protocols and data synchronization.• Excel to C# Code Generators: Created tools that generated highly optimized C# code from Excel-based DMN Models, streamlining the prototyping process for client solutions. This required strong programming skills and a deep understanding of DMN, Excel and C#.• Identity Validation System: Developed an identity validation system that integrated with the local credit union and client data systems. This suggests expertise in security, data validation, and integration with external APIs or databases.• Credit-Scoring Systems: Designed and implemented credit-scoring systems across multiple industries, such as banking, retail, telecommunications, and short-term lending. This showcases domain knowledge and the ability to tailor solutions to specific industry requirements.• Performance Improvement: Significantly improved average processing times in rule-processing systems by over 7000%, highlighting skills in optimization and system performance tuning.

Assisted in development of a Point of Sale / Inventory Management / Order Management system,Was sub-contracted to TransUnion DSS to develop a web-based B2B credit vetting system

• Collaborated with the team to design and develop rule-processing prototypes using Visual Basic 6 and C#.• Translated business rules and requirements into functional code prototypes for testing and validation.• Utilized best coding practices and design patterns to ensure maintainable and efficient codebase.• Played a key role in the implementation of rule-processing systems, focusing on their efficient and accurate execution.• Worked closely with business analysts and stakeholders to understand rule requirements and system.• Ensured compliance with project timelines and milestones, facilitating rapid deployment to client systems.• Successfully integrated developed products into existing client systems to enhance rule-based processing capabilities.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, testers, and system administrators, to ensure seamless integration.• Conducted thorough testing and debugging of integrated systems to identify and resolve any compatibility or functionality issues.• Code Quality and Documentation:• Maintained high coding standards and followed established coding guidelines to produce reliable and efficient code.• Diagnosed software defects and identified root causes, implementing effective solutions to ensure system stability and performance.• Continuous Learning and Skill Development:• Kept up to date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in web development and rule-based systems.• Engaged in professional development activities to enhance technical skills and expertise, contributing to personal and team growth.• Communication and Collaboration:• Effectively communicated with team members, stakeholders, and clients to gather requirements, provide progress updates, and address concerns.• Participated in team meetings, discussions, and brainstorming sessions to contribute to project planning and decision-making processes.• Security and Data Privacy:

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Economics

Advanced Visual Basic, Programming

Matric, 12

Activities and Societies: Editor School Paper, Communications Committee, Library Committee, Chess Club Graduated Dux Litterarum