Computer gaming
Kyle Ackerman
Software Engineer
Pretoria,KZN
Summary
Forward-thinking Software Engineer with background working effectively in dynamic environments. Fluent in Typescript and Elixir programming languages used to develop software within a commercial environment. Proud team player focused on achieving project objectives with speed, accuracy, and quality.
I have a passion for learning and have used this on multiple occasions to overcome challenges. I believe that nothing is impossible to achieve through persistent hard work and learning.
I have been exposed to a number of different technological frameworks throughout my career. This has taught me how to adapt and overcome unforeseen challenges when developing software.
Overview
3
3
Languages
2
2
Certifications
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineer
Fastcomm
Pretoria, Gauteng
01.2020 - Current
- Implemented complete full-stack features based on customer requirements, including code tests and deployment on both backend and frontend.
- Reviewed team members code to ensure quality software merging into production code.
- Collaborated in a team to see large scale changes, additions, and fixes to an existing codebase.
- Implemented, tested and deployed production level backend migrations.
- Gathered and defined customer requirements to develop clear specifications for project plans.
- Worked with project managers, developers, quality assurance and customers to resolve technical issues.
- Improved system performance by making proactive adjustments and resolving bugs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grace College
Hilton 01.2015 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) - Computer Engineering
University of Pretoria
Pretoria 01.2016 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Engineering Honors - Computer Engineering - Artificial Intelligence
University of Pretoria
Pretoria 01.2020 - Current
Skills
Agile
Engineering standards
JavaScript/Typescript
Python
Elixir - Phoenix
Angular, NGRX/Redux
Svelte
SQL database management
Hardware: VHDL, Assembly, C, C
HTML, CSS, SCSS
Certification
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Interests
Anime
Fishing
Cooking
Timeline
Software Engineer
Fastcomm
01.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Engineering Honors - Computer Engineering - Artificial Intelligence
University of Pretoria
01.2020 - Current
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
12-2019
CISCO Network Academy (CCNP)
12-2019
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) - Computer Engineering
University of Pretoria
01.2016 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Grace College
01.2015 - 12.2015