Keith Wewege Email & Phone Number

London Area, United Kingdom

Oversee strategic architectural decisions and the development of desktop, web, and mobile solutions tailored to diverse business models, including investments and insurance. Lead the full-stack design and implementation of all in-house systems to ensure integration and scalability across platforms. Mentor and guide team of architects and developers, cultivating an environment focused on technical excellence and innovative problem-solving.Key Achievements/Contributions:• Enhanced broker engagement and efficiency by developing the Fedgroup Broker Portal by utilising .NET Core and React.JS that streamlined online quoting and financial advisory services.• Led design and launch of the Fedgroup Mobile App, leveraging .NET and React Native to enable paperless transactions and enhance service delivery, servicing 20K users and managing over £6M in investments.• Optimised IoT device integration and data handling through the creation of the IoT Measurement Engine, achieving high message throughput and reliable data processing with .NET and Kafka technologies.

Johannesburg

In my role as Enterprise Architect at Dariel Solutions, I led the strategic planning and integration of IT architecture across key projects, aligning technology solutions with business objectives. My collaboration with senior stakeholders was instrumental in developing and implementing scalable enterprise solutions that enhanced operational efficiency. I played a crucial role in optimizing resource allocation and cost efficiency, which was fundamental to strategic IT investment decisions.Key Achievements:• Directed architecture consulting teams that delivered system reviews and developed future roadmap strategies, significantly enhancing strategic decision-making for major financial institutions.• Aided in the development of the WBx Weighbridge Solution, which improved system functionality and user engagement, marking a key step in technological innovation.

At Hollard Insurance, I spearheaded the design, development, and maintenance of bespoke software systems that were crucial for insurance services. My focus was on crafting integrated solutions that connected life insurance platforms with banking systems, thereby improving workflow efficiencies and data accuracy. I also led initiatives to integrate cutting-edge technologies that supported both our business operations and strategic goals, coordinating with cross-functional teams to align software architecture with technical and business requirements.Key Achievements:• Designed and implemented a strategic direct debit system for over 100,000 low-income funeral policies, doubling collection rates through insights gained from the South African banking platform.• Developed critical applications that streamlined operations and enhanced service delivery, integrating life insurance and banking systems.• Engineered advanced workflow solutions that significantly improved internal process optimization, boosting operational efficiency and enhancing stakeholder satisfaction.