Lwazi Mpengesi
Software Developer
Cape Town
Summary
Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success. Highly skilled software development professional bringing enormous talents for software design, development and integration. Offering advanced knowledge of in-demand programming languages. Background writing code and developing systems for Information Technology applications. Complex problem-solver with analytical and driven mindset. Dedicated to achieving demanding development objectives according to tight schedules while producing impeccable code. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
ICT INTERN
Mnquma Local Municipality
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Setting up user accounts, permission and password
- Repairing and changing damaged network points and data cables
- Checking and Monitoring UPS
- Update ICT inventory (computer, software and ICT related equipment) located within the municipality
- Providing training and support to team members on the use of computer systems and software
- Research and recommend solutions for technical problems.
- Aided problem resolution measures and suggested patches and hardware, software and network troubleshooting alternatives.
- Delivered assistance and support for team-based IT projects.
- Tested systems to identify root causes to problems and uncover bugs.
- Conducted system patching and software updates to field laptops using remote access software.
- Contributed to team environment by sitting in on meetings and brainstorming new ideas for issue resolution.
- Tested integrated software and tools for data processing systems.
- Determined and resolved printer and networked copier outages.
- Resolved Internet and wireless and wired network access problems.
- Installed application software and upgrades, virus protection, and drivers.
- Helped IT team document core systems configurations, relevant passwords, and system access requirements.
- Supported team needs with research and problem-solving abilities.
- Supported computer laboratory users with hardware, software, and connectivity issues across both Windows and Mac platforms.
- Assisted IT team members by crafting project research material for implementation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Umbilo Secondary School
Durban South Africa 04.2001 -
Certificate - Computer Management
Oval International Computer
Durban South Africa 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Richfield Institute Of Technology
Durban 04.2001 -
No Degree - Certificate in Public Finance Management
Manor Incorporated
Butterworth 04.2001 -
Skills
**Programming Languages:** Java, Python, JavaScript, C# - **Web Development:** HTML, CSS, Reactjs, Nodejs, Expressjs - **Database Management:** SQL, MongoDB - **Frameworks:** Spring (Java), Django (Python), Reactjs - **Version Control:** Git, GitHub - **Mobile Development:** React Native - **Tools & Technologies:** IntelliJ IDEA, Visual Studio Code, npm, RESTful APIs - **Testing:** JUnit, Jest - **Other Skills:** Agile/Scrum methodologies, CI/CD
References
- Neroshen Govender, Campus manager, neroshena@richfied.ac.za, 0318167300/0823794274, Richfield(Pty)Ldt
- Dr S Akandwanabo, Chief academic officer, Stephan@richfield.ac.za, 0318167300/0836079914, Richfield (Pty)Ltd
Work References
References
- Mr M Best “Mnquma local Municipality” ICT Manager
mbest@mnquma.gov.za 0470501134/0730594583
- Ms T Ntshonga “Mnquma local Municipality
” ICT Supervisor
tntshonga@mnquma.gov.za 0470501134/0839875718
Timeline
ICT INTERN
Mnquma Local Municipality
06.2022 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Umbilo Secondary School
04.2001 -
Certificate - Computer Management
Oval International Computer
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Richfield Institute Of Technology
04.2001 -
No Degree - Certificate in Public Finance Management
Manor Incorporated
04.2001 -