Chad Peter Smith
Somerset West
Summary
A highly motivated Application Engineer & Full Stack Developer with expertise in Java and Python for backend development, combined with hands-on experience in MongoDB, MySQL, and PostgreSQL. Skilled in designing and developing scalable system architectures, including RESTful API development and real-time IoT data processing. Adept at working with AWS and Azure cloud services, leveraging Docker for containerization. Strong communicator with a proven track record in customer engagement, technical documentation, and user training. Passionate about building high-performance software solutions while continuously learning and adopting new technologies.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Application Engineer - Software and Systems
SmartGrid Technologies (Pty) Ltd
06.2024 - Current
- Designed and developed end-to-end software solutions, ensuring seamless system integration
- Built and optimized RESTful APIs for efficient data exchange and interoperability
- Developed solutions for industrial IoT data collection, real-time processing, storage, and visualization
- Worked extensively with MongoDB, MySQL, and PostgreSQL, deploying scalable solutions on AWS and Azure
- Utilized Docker to streamline deployment and system efficiency
- Conducted manual testing with a focus on implementing automated testing in future development cycles
- Created technical manuals and conducted training sessions to support end users and clients.
- Utilized programming languages such as Java and Python to write clean, maintainable code.
Junior Full Stack Engineer
Octoco
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Developed new features and enhancements for an existing web application using React and Node.js
- Collaborated with backend developers to ensure seamless API integration
- Focused on improving user experience and application performance
- Gained valuable experience in agile development and rapid iteration within a dynamic startup environment
Junior Java Developer
Psybergate (Pty) Ltd
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Developed scalable Java applications as part of an Agile development team
- Designed and launched RESTful APIs for seamless system integration
- Built interactive user interfaces using Angular, HTML, and CSS
- Contributed to full-stack development of a staff engagement platform
- Utilized Spring Boot, Hibernate, and PostgreSQL for backend development
- Participated in Agile methodologies, including daily stand-ups and sprint planning
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronic & Computer Engineering
North West University
Potchefstroom01.2022
Matriculated -
Northern Cape High School
Kimberley01.2017
Skills
- Java
- Python
- JavaScript
- Angular
- React
- Nodejs
- MongoDB
- MySQL
- PostgreSQL
- AWS
- Azure
- Mobile application development
- RESTful API development
- Microservices
- Real-time data processing
- Industrial IoT solutions
- Docker
- Linux
- Unit tests
- Manual testing
- Git
- Agile
- Scrum
Websites
Languages
- English
- Afrikaans
Affiliations
- Completed the Ironman 70.3 in Mossel Bay, 2024
- Northern Cape provincial badminton player
- Cell group leader, Unite180
Timeline
Application Engineer - Software and Systems
SmartGrid Technologies (Pty) Ltd
06.2024 - Current
Junior Full Stack Engineer
Octoco
03.2024 - 05.2024
Junior Java Developer
Psybergate (Pty) Ltd
01.2022 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronic & Computer Engineering
North West University
Matriculated -
Northern Cape High School
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