Bongani Duma
Software Engineer
Midrand,GP
Summary
I am an enthusiastic Software Engineer proficient in mainly JavaScript and Python programming languages. With a background in Robotics and Software Development, I provide high level of service to clients in web and mobile application development and robotic systems.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Application Support Engineer
SqwidNet
Centurion, Gauteng
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Utilized platforms , technologies and frameworks such as Genexus , Figma and Ionic(MEAN Stack) to develop IoT applications.
- Worked closely with other team members in such tasks as troubleshooting and debugging.
- Presented roadmap and IoT technology infrastructure to customers, demonstrating deep familiarity with APIs, platform infrastructure, security and integration capabilities.
- Integration of 3rd party channel partner platforms into the Sigfox ecosystem.
- Training of Sales team to use application platform for the purpose of generating customer sales
Junior Mechatronics Engineer
Reutech Solutions
Midrand, Gauteng
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Collaborated with software, firmware and hardware engineers to develop complete embedded systems for military applications.
- Developed mechanical assembly documentation for production and manufacturing purposes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional development team members to analyze potential system solutions based on evolving client weapon system requirements.
- Tested troubleshooting methods, devised innovative solutions, and documented resolutions for inclusion in knowledge base for support team use.
- Created project control documentation to support needs of important projects.
- Developed concept layout and design of weapon systems from specifications using 3D CAD software.
- Assisted in development of weapon and robotic testing systems under supervision.
Junior Mechatronics Engineer
Ryonic Robotics
Midrand, Gauteng
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Design and implementation of real-time color-based and object-based recognition software for use with robotic inspection systems(OpenCV).
- Developed, deployed and tested prototype systems to assess functionality and feasibility.
- Developed concept layout and design of robotics systems from specifications using 3D CAD software.
- Development and analysis of manufacturing drawings for robotics systems.
- Implementation of Simultaneous Localization And Mapping(SLAM) algorithm for robotic inspection systems.
- Design and implementation of embedded controllers for use within robotic inspection systems.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Mechatronics Engineering
Engineering Institute Of Technology
Australia(Online Distance Learning) 06.2018 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science And Mathematics(Not Completed)
North West University
Potchefstroom 01.2013 - 01.2014
Certficate - Mechanical Engineering N2
Vuselela FET College
Klerksdorp 02.2014 - 04.2014
Certificate - Mechanical Engineering N3
Vuselela FET College
Klerksdorp 06.2014 - 08.2014
Certificate - Mechanical Engineering N4
Vuselela FET College
Klerksdorp 09.2014 - 11.2014
Skills
Web & Mobile Full Stack Developer (MEAN Stack Architecture)
Open CV(Computer Vision with Python)
KIVY Application Development (Python)
Embedded Systems with Arduino(C/C) and Raspberry Pi(Python)
Mechanical Engineering Design and Documentation (SolidWorks / Inventor)
Mechanical Design Simulation(SolidWorks/ANSYS/Adams)
Electronic Engineering Design and Documentation (Altium/Proteus/Fritzing)
Timeline
Application Support Engineer
SqwidNet
10.2019 - 11.2020
Junior Mechatronics Engineer
Reutech Solutions
10.2018 - 10.2019
Advanced Diploma - Mechatronics Engineering
Engineering Institute Of Technology
06.2018 - 07.2021
Junior Mechatronics Engineer
Ryonic Robotics
09.2016 - 10.2018
Certificate - Mechanical Engineering N4
Vuselela FET College
09.2014 - 11.2014
Certificate - Mechanical Engineering N3
Vuselela FET College
06.2014 - 08.2014
Certficate - Mechanical Engineering N2
Vuselela FET College
02.2014 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science And Mathematics(Not Completed)
North West University
01.2013 - 01.2014