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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
Boksburg, South Africa
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
Boksburg, South Africa
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
Midrand
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
Hybrid
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
Remote
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