Cloud Engineer

Stiki Cloud

November 2022 - Present
Johannesburg - South Africa

As a newly established business, I enthusiastically enrolled in the Microsoft Startup Program, which offered me a comprehensive suite of resources and assistance to foster my company's growth. The program provided me with an array of tools and services, such as free Azure credits, technical support, and mentorship from experienced industry professionals.

Through this initiative, I could leverage Microsoft's state-of-the-art technology and resources to build and deliver innovative solutions to my clients. Additionally, the program offered me access to a dynamic community of like-minded entrepreneurs, facilitating networking and collaboration with startups across South Africa and beyond.

Participating in the Microsoft Startup Program has been instrumental in driving the success of my new enterprise, as it has given me the support and resources necessary to accelerate growth and provide value to my clients. My typical workday comprises testing, planning, and executing Microsoft Windows 365 cloud pc roll-outs and other Microsoft cloud-based activities, targeting underserved small to medium businesses in South Africa.

Freelance Developer

Peppered Pink

January 2022 - Present
Johannesburg - South Africa 

As a seasoned developer, I championed the development and continuous refinement of the Stainless Framework, a cutting-edge solution deployment framework that prioritizes the use of progressive web apps for web application and mobile development.

To ensure maximum efficiency and productivity, I adopted an agile approach with minimal required overhead, allowing me to streamline development processes and quickly deliver high-quality results. My agile approach prioritized adaptability, collaboration, and testing turn-around time, which helped me create a framework that meets the needs of clients while remaining flexible enough to accommodate further evolving requirements.

Overall, I am proud of the work I have done on the Stainless Framework and believe that it is a game-changer my world of web application and mobile development. My expertise in agile methodology, coupled with my technical skills, has helped me to make a significant contribution to the development of this innovative framework.

Freelance Business Owner

MR TECH Personal Computer Experts

January 1992 - Present
Johannesburg - South Africa 

As a young entrepreneur in South Africa, I established my own business, MR TECH CC, in 1992 with the goal of providing exceptional sales and software development services to my clients.

This allowed me to offer complete hardware and software solutions at competitive prices, leading to successful partnerships.

Today, MR TECH CC continues to serve as the foundation for my various successful startups, including Koding Africa, Peppered Pink, and Stiki Cloud

Cloud Engineer

Platform45

February 2021 - October 2022
Johannesburg - South Africa 

As a Cloud Engineer, I was responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the infrastructure necessary for cloud-based applications and services. I have extensive knowledge of cloud computing technologies, including virtualization, containers, and micro-services architecture.

My expertise allowed me to optimize cloud infrastructure for scalability, security, and reliability, ensuring that our applications and services were always available to our customers.

I am committed to staying up-to-date with the latest developments in cloud technology, and I was passionate about creating solutions that helped our clients achieve their business objectives.

I am proficient in using tools such as Jenkins, Travis CI, and GitLab to automate build, test, and deployment processes. By incorporating DevOps and CI/CD practices into the cloud infrastructure, I helped to improve the efficiency, reliability, and speed of software delivery.

"people x tech" - we're changing the world using custom software solutions.

Software Architect

Saya Setona

January 2020 - February 2021
Johannesburg - South Africa 

Mobile and web development with React Mobile and React on Azure of a Mobile Product: Let's Talk.

As a Mobile and Web Developer with a focus on React, I am passionate about creating robust and scalable applications on Azure that deliver exceptional user experiences. I worked on "Let's Talk", a mobile product that helps people connect and communicate in a secure and user-friendly way.

With years of experience in mobile and web development, I am proficient in React and React Native. I integrate Azure services into my applications to ensure scalability and security. I collaborate with designers and product managers to deliver a seamless user experience, and I use Agile methodologies to ensure timely delivery of features and bug fixes. I am also experienced in managing code repositories and version control using Git.

Senior Software Engineer

INSYTE

January 2000 - January 2020
Johannesburg - South Africa 

As an IT Consultant and Software Developer with INSYTE, I helped clients execute winning business strategies in the context of their business environment through the situational use of information and communication technology (ICT).

In this role, I worked closely with clients to understand their business environment, identify their goals and objectives, and develop customized solutions that addressed their unique needs.

Overall, my IT Consultant and Software Developer role with INSYTE was multifaceted and challenging. I was responsible for helping clients achieve their business objectives through the use of technology while also identifying new business opportunities for INSYTE.

This was an exciting and rewarding part of my career.