Desmond Dyasi
Software Engineer
Cape Town
Summary
Experienced developer with 4+ years of expertise in software engineering to optimize development efficiency. Proficient in implementing new technologies and staying abreast of industry trends. Conducts thorough market and consumer research to translate insights into innovative application features. Excels at quickly acquiring and applying complex technology concepts. Demonstrates proficiency in creating customized programs and solutions for clients in Retail, Finance, and Telecommunication industries. Possesses in-depth knowledge of these sectors, enabling effective problem-solving and tailored solutions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Application Development Specialist
Accenture
Cpe Town
07.2022 - Current
- Designing and building software components using Design & Build Enablement expertise
- Performing code reviews to ensure high-quality software
- Debugging and troubleshooting issues to ensure smooth software operation
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of software
- Utilizing Configuration & Release Management and Build Management skills to optimize software development process
- Mentored junior developers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team productivity.
- Resolved system test and validation problems to provide normal program functioning.
- Participated in design and planning exercises for future software rollouts.
- Designed new features for mobile apps to provide mobile functionality for brand features.
- Guided team in layout modifications to improve functionality.
- Explained project technical risks and benefits during project kick-off.
- Collaborated with stakeholders regarding project capabilities and limitations to deliver optimal functionality.
- Enhanced application performance by optimizing code and implementing efficient algorithms.
- Boosted application security by enforcing strict authentication protocols and data encryption techniques.
Quality Engineering Team Lead
Accenture
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Supporting team members through KT sessions and assisting with interviews and onboarding
- Scheduled meetings and discussions with software design teams to discuss verification protocols, test scope and parameters for automated tests
- Systems Testing, End-to-end, Systems Integration and Regression Testing
- Presented results from automated tests to project teams for validation and evaluation, outlining steps taken in assessing software and criteria used
- Leading a small team to deliver scope of work on time and with the right quality
- Implementing pipeline dashboards for better presenting automation suite performance
- Participating in planning and work estimation with project managers
- Developing and conducting test plans and test cases, including test scripts, results, execution, shared responsibilities, deadlines and test environment
- Recommending changes or improvements to existing processes, methods, and technologies that improved product quality and client satisfaction
Quality Engineering Senior Analyst
Accenture
01.2020 - 11.2021
- Automating test cases and running our automation suite for very code release
- Carrying out maintenance activities to improve the performance of our test suite
- Raising defects and presenting these to the client
- Improving and enhancing our automation framework
- Pinpointing appropriate manual or automated test approaches for testing different software components for accurate feedback on bugs, faults or design flaws
- Scheduling meetings and discussions with software design teams to discuss verification protocols, test scope and parameters for automated tests
Education
ISTQB Foundational Level Testing - ISTQB Foundational Level Testing
International Software Testing Qualification
Cape Town 01.2021 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Applied Statistics & Mathematics
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, WC 01.2016 - 12.2019
MS Azure Fundamentals -
Microsoft
Cape Town 01.2023 - 12.2023
MS Azure Administrator -
Microsoft
Cape Town 01.2024 - 09.2023
Professional Certificate - Fullstack Web Development
Hyperiondev With University of Stellenbosch
Cape Town, South Africa 01.2023 - 10.2024
Skills
Cross-platform testing
Automation framework design
Jenkins
Java
Javascript
Typescript
Python
Web testing
Mobile testing
Cloud computing
ReactJS
NodeJS
ExpressJS
MongoDB
React Native
PWA
Azure
Fullstack Web Development
Certification
ISTQB Testing Foundational Level certified
Timeline
MS Azure Administrator -
Microsoft
01.2024 - 09.2023
MS Azure Fundamentals -
Microsoft
01.2023 - 12.2023
Professional Certificate - Fullstack Web Development
Hyperiondev With University of Stellenbosch
01.2023 - 10.2024
Application Development Specialist
Accenture
07.2022 - Current
Quality Engineering Team Lead
Accenture
12.2021 - 06.2022
ISTQB Foundational Level Testing - ISTQB Foundational Level Testing
International Software Testing Qualification
01.2021 - 02.2021
Quality Engineering Senior Analyst
Accenture
01.2020 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Applied Statistics & Mathematics
University of Cape Town
01.2016 - 12.2019
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