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KEIGHTLY MABASA

Midrand

Summary

Junior Software Developer with a proven track record of delivering scalable, secure, and efficient solutions throughout the software development lifecycle. Recognized as the Best Performing Intern during a competitive placement and currently leading a client-facing software consultancy project. Proficient in C#, .NET, Python, Java, RESTful APIs, SQL, background services, and more. Winner of the 2024 SATNAC Hackathon for exceptional problem-solving skills, adaptability, and end-to-end project execution. Eager to contribute value to dynamic teams while maintaining a dedication to continuous learning and impactful results.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Junior Software Developer

Tilda Technologies
04.2025 - Current
  • Developed and enhanced WPF applications, implementing advanced UI/UX logic, refining XAML layouts, and improving user interaction workflows based on real-time feedback and testing insights.
  • Delivered full-stack enhancements across frontend and backend layers in enterprise-grade systems, aligning legacy code with modern development standards and business goals.
  • Handled live support requests, debugging production issues, analyzing logs, and resolving real-time defects from support teams with rapid turnaround and strong communication.
  • Designed and executed database-driven feature enhancements using Entity Framework, T-SQL, and custom stored procedures; implemented seamless SQL Server integrations for data integrity and speed.
  • Built and maintained statistical reporting modules based on user behavior analytics and system usage data; integrated Power BI dashboards for visualizing key performance indicators and historical usage trends.
  • Successfully modernized and integrated a 15-year-old legacy system, updating it to meet current performance, security, and maintainability standards across architecture, codebase, and infrastructure.
  • Led a full-scale internal project from planning to deployment, utilizing iterative Agile methodologies, sprint reviews, backlog refinement, and direct collaboration with stakeholders and clients for feature validation.
  • Implemented and tested UI/UX improvements through user feedback and interface behavior analysis, ensuring accessibility, responsiveness, and consistency across user journeys.
  • Created and maintained End-to-End (E2E) test suites using Cypress and xUnit, validating the entire application stack and automating critical user flows.
  • Contributed to CI/CD pipeline development for both test and production environments using tools like Azure DevOps, enhancing deployment speed and reducing errors with continuous integration strategies.
  • Simulated and visualized data for business use cases using Power BI, aligning simulation output with backend analytics for stakeholder review and reporting.
  • Integrated complex background services to support non-blocking tasks such as batch processing, automated reporting, and scheduled cleanups using .NET Worker Services.
  • Applied SOLID principles, clean architecture, and best practices in all new modules, improving maintainability and testability across the codebase.
  • Proactively conducted code reviews, unit testing, and debugging sessions, resulting in increased code quality and reduced post-deployment issues.

Software Engineering Intern

Tilda Technologies
01.2025 - 04.2025

Recognized as Best Performing Intern (3 Consecutive Months)

  • Developed secure, high-performance RESTful APIs using .NET Core and Entity Framework, with advanced query optimization and parameterized SQL to prevent injection attacks and ensure data integrity.
  • Created a reusable Client Library for internal API consumption, enabling seamless integration across multiple platforms and standardizing communication protocols between services.
  • Built and deployed background Worker Services to handle scheduled exports, queue-based processing, and long-running background jobs, significantly improving scalability and system throughput.
  • Implemented robust end-to-end testing frameworks using xUnit, Selenium, and Postman, achieving full coverage across frontend, API, and data layers within an automated CI/CD pipeline.
  • Designed and developed a file export system using GUID-based tracking, temporary file handling, and safe concurrency management for high-load scenarios.
  • Integrated advanced log aggregation and monitoring tools (Serilog, Seq) to enhance observability, support incident diagnostics, and ensure production-readiness of critical services.
  • Collaborated within Agile cross-functional teams, contributing to sprint planning, code reviews, and deployments via Azure DevOps, while actively engaging in all phases of the SDLC.

IT and Programming Tutor

IIE Varsity College
04.2024 - 02.2025
  • Increased student's grade average by 30%.
  • Liaise with module lecturers for tutorial material and updates on upcoming lectures.
  • Assist students during in-class exercises and additional tutorial sessions for assessment preparations.
  • Collaborate with module lecturers to identify challenging concepts and create exercises for student practice.
  • Conduct student workshops and provide academic guidance on study strategies, note-taking, and test preparation.
  • Demonstrate best practices in programming terminology, concepts, data structures, and problem-solving techniques.

Cybersecurity Developer | Academic Research Project

VizTools
05.2024 - 02.2025
  • Evaluated 50 files per hour while tracking related news to support real-time threat intelligence.
  • Developed and integrated YARA rules for ransomware detection in various file types.
  • Implemented backend functionalities to support cybersecurity analysis and threat detection.
  • Collaborated with a cybersecurity specialist to enhance the application's security measures.
  • Conducted security assessments and implemented innovative solutions to mitigate cybersecurity threats.
  • Developed APIs and integrated frontend and backend components for seamless application functionality.

Mentee

Akili IT Services
05.2024 - 12.2024
  • Attended 3-hour weekly mentorship sessions and additional workshops via Pragmatic Works, amounting to 40 hours of guided learning.
  • Received guidance and mentorship in advanced Software Development practices and principles.
  • Engaged in principles such as SSRS, Building Data Literacy, and an Introduction to RPA.
  • Collaborated with experienced professionals to gain insights into real-world Software Development challenges and solutions.
  • Developed a strong understanding of Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals in collaboration with Pragmatic Works.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Application Development

IIE Varsity College
Midrand, South Africa
06-2025

Skills

  • Communication - Expert
  • Time Management - Skillful
  • Customer Service - Experienced
  • Adaptability - Expert
  • Problem Solving - Expert
  • Communication Skills - Expert
  • Strategic Thinking - Expert
  • ASPNET - Skillful
  • Backend - Expert
  • Automation of Tests - Skillful
  • Innovation Management - Skillful
  • C (Programming Language) - Beginner
  • Agile Methodology - Expert
  • Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) - Experienced
  • Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) - Skillful
  • Data Storage Technologies - Experienced
  • Data Structures - Skillful
  • HTML - Experienced
  • Front End Software Development - Skillful
  • JavaScript (Programming Language) - Beginner
  • SQL Server Reporting Services - Skillful
  • Persistent Data Structure - Beginner
  • IT Service Management - Beginner
  • Programming Languages - Expert
  • Teaching - Expert
  • Python (Programming Language) - Experienced
  • Research Skills - Expert
  • Web Content Accessibility Guidelines - Experienced
  • Notetaking Skills - Expert
  • Windows Presentation Foundation - Expert
  • Carrying out Assessments - Expert
  • Data Visualization - Expert
  • Literacy - Expert
  • Security Information and Event Management - Experienced
  • C Sharp (Programming Language) - Experienced
  • Software System Penetration Testing - Skillful
  • SQL Databases - Experienced
  • Stakeholder Management - Expert
  • Java (Programming Language) - Experienced
  • Microsoft PowerPoint - Expert
  • Artificial Intelligence - Skillful
  • Microsoft Word - Expert
  • Algorithms - Skillful
  • Time Tracking Software - Expert
  • Console Applications - Expert
  • Project Management - Expert
  • Responsive Web Design - Experienced
  • Microsoft Excel - Skillful
  • Data Management - Expert
  • Interpersonal Skills - Expert
  • Power BI - Skillful
  • Leadership - Expert
  • Kotlin - Skillful
  • Receptivity - Expert
  • SQL proficiency
  • Front-end frameworks
  • Reactjs framework
  • UI and UX design
  • Python programming
  • Object-oriented programming
  • C# proficiency
  • NET development
  • Contiguous integration systems
  • Software debugging
  • Software development
  • Microsoft ASPNET
  • Web application development
  • Technical support
  • Azure development
  • Test automation
  • Code review
  • Agile development methodologies
  • Web security
  • Git proficiency
  • API integration
  • Library design
  • API design
  • Automated testing
  • Proficient in HTML
  • Data structures
  • Cybersecurity best practices
  • DevOps principles

Accomplishments

  • Served as Lead Programmer on Africa In Focus (AIF)'s Sales Platform.
  • Created a robust software testing platform which advanced R&D efforts.
  • Developed an innovative software package that automated the engineering and production of Aspen's Rep Assist Platform.
  • Following completion of internship, was offered a desirable position with Tilda Technologies.
  • Designed a new workflow to improve overall query performance.

Certification

  • Nov 2024 - Agile Project Management, HP Life/Foundation
  • Aug 2024 - Power BI Beginner to Pro Workshop, Pragmatic Works
  • Jul 2024 - C# Intermediate, Solo learn
  • Jul 2024 - Responsive Web Design, freeCodeCamp
  • Jun 2024 - Java Intermediate, Solo learn

LANGUAGES

English
Afrikaans
Tsonga
Sepedi

Timeline

Junior Software Developer

Tilda Technologies
04.2025 - Current

Software Engineering Intern

Tilda Technologies
01.2025 - 04.2025

Cybersecurity Developer | Academic Research Project

VizTools
05.2024 - 02.2025

Mentee

Akili IT Services
05.2024 - 12.2024

IT and Programming Tutor

IIE Varsity College
04.2024 - 02.2025

Bachelor of Science - Application Development

IIE Varsity College

Awards

Nov 2024 - Amdocs Topic 1 Winner, SATNAC Industry Solution, 2024 - Golden Key, Golden Key International Honors Society, 2022 - ALX Africa Software Engineering Scholarship, ALX Africa, 2024 - 30-Day Artificial Intelligence Master Class, Pantech Solutions, 2021 - Finance and Invest Management Olympiad (FIMO), University of Johannesburg

LINKS

LinkedIn, GitHub

References

Xenia, Rhode, rhodexenia@gmail.com, +27637758124, Tartus on Demand

KEIGHTLY MABASA