Khayalethu Majola
Centurion
Summary
Analytical Computer Science student with practical experience in systems development, implementation, and process improvement. Skilled in bridging technical solutions and business needs through effective stakeholder engagement and data handling. Committed to digital transformation and process optimisation, leveraging technology, including AI, to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Engineer
X,bigly Labs by Dis-Chem
Johannesburg, South Africa
07.2026 - 07.2026
- Conducted end-to-end UAT of the Dis-Chem Better App's Click & Collect journey from registration through checkout to in-store collection, logging defects with severity ratings, reproduction steps, and supporting screenshots; investigated the issue through to the backend, engaging the fulfilment lead to trace root causes across the SAP Commerce Backoffice and Customer Data Cloud (CDC).
- Conducted comparative UAT of Dis-Chem website and mobile app for Click & Collect flow, producing structured report detailing UX and functional gaps between platforms.
- Collaborated within a cross-functional squad to design and build an internal helpdesk portal for employees, serving as a central information point and automating routine admin processes, contributing to requirements definition, process mapping, and system integration points across the tool.
- Established a local mobile development environment (Expo) for consumer app repository and validated a working local build, enhancing familiarity with the app's technical stack.
- Assessed in-store "Store of the Future" digital experience (kiosk, loyalty simulator, product scanning) at Melrose Arch flagship store, documenting usability insights from the customer perspective.
Systems Migration & Process Improvement Analyst
Level One Investments
Pretoria, Midrand
12.2025 - 02.2026
- Facilitated end-to-end transition between legacy and new systems, ensuring operational continuity and minimising disruption.
- Facilitated accurate data and document migration while maintaining data integrity and consistency.
- Monitored system performance during transition and assisted in resolving technical and process-related issues.
- Coordinated with cross-functional stakeholders to achieve seamless system implementation and foster collaboration.
- Analysed existing processes and identified opportunities for operational improvement.
- Researched AI-driven solutions to enhance automation and improve system efficiency.
Lead Web Developer
Med-Techengineers
Pretoria, Moreleta Park
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Led development of customised Learning Management System (LMS) to support diverse learning needs.
- Developed and implemented core features including user roles, course management, and progress tracking.
- Designed system architecture for scalability, security, and performance to accommodate growth and user demand.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to translate business and compliance requirements into technical solutions.
- Researched AI tools and solutions to improve platform functionality and enhance user experience.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science and Information Technology
University of Kwazulu Natal
Durban, Kwazulu Natal01-2027
Skills
- Java
- Python
- C
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
- MySQL
- User experience research
- Agile methodologies
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Stakeholder engagement
- Project documentation
- Excel
- PowerPoint
Project
Cyber invasion game, University of Kwazulu-Natal, COMP 315 - Advanced Programming, 2025-02-01, 2025-04-30, Developed a story-driven, interactive quiz application in C++ as part of a 9-member team, where user decisions and answers dynamically influenced the game's narrative., Designed and implemented core class structures to support modular and scalable game functionality., Involved in the development of the user interface (UI) to enhance usability and player experience., Implemented a timer system to control gameplay flow and increase interactivity., Led user testing, gathering feedback and identifying usability improvements., Collaborated within a team to integrate story logic with game mechanics.
Timeline
Student Engineer
X,bigly Labs by Dis-Chem
07.2026 - 07.2026
Systems Migration & Process Improvement Analyst
Level One Investments
12.2025 - 02.2026
Lead Web Developer
Med-Techengineers
06.2024 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science and Information Technology
University of Kwazulu Natal