Mark Malamba

As a Full Stack Developer, I was responsible for developing, supporting, and enhancing applications using various tools and methodologies. I played a crucial role in establishing, maintaining, and expanding DevOps practices using Azure tools, while ensuring alignment with project objectives and business goals.
Key Responsibilities and Achievements:

• Technical Specifications: Translated business needs into clear technical specifications, ensuring that development efforts aligned with project objectives and user requirements.
• Application Development:
  • Designed, developed, and maintained web applications and APIs using modern technologies and frameworks.
  • Implemented front-end interfaces with a focus on user experience, responsive design, and cross-browser compatibility.
  • Developed back-end components, including server-side logic, database management, and integration with third-party services.
• Testing and Troubleshooting: Conducted unit testing and troubleshooting to ensure application functionality, performance, and reliability.
• System Integration: Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate systems effectively, ensuring seamless operation and interaction between various components.
• User and Security Management: Managed user access and application security, protecting data and maintaining compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Technical Documentation: Developed and updated comprehensive technical documentation to support ongoing maintenance and future development efforts.
• Performance Maintenance: Debugged, monitored, and troubleshot applications to maintain optimal performance and address issues promptly.
• DevOps: Created and maintained CI/CD pipelines to automate and streamline deployment processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing time-to-market.

• Led a multidisciplinary team in the development of the ABSA Brand Management system, managing a user base of over 55,000
• Designed and implemented scalable backend architecture using Symfony (PHP) and Pimcore, ensuring high performance and reliability.
• Worked with back-end developers to design APIs.
• Integrated third-party APIs to enhance functionality and improve overall user experience on web platforms.
• Developed unit test cases for testing and automation.
• Discussed project progress with customers, collected feedback on different stages and directly addressed concerns.
• Drove user engagement, creating interactive and dynamic web components.
• Accelerated development cycles, implementing continuous integration and deployment pipelines.

• Managed the end-to-end delivery of complex Drupal projects, overseeing technical solutions from design to deployment.
• Provided regular progress updates to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with project objectives.
• Defined project delivery phases, milestones, and activities, closely monitoring project status and addressing risks proactively.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and alignment across operations.
• Conducted post-implementation reviews to evaluate project success and identify areas for improvement.
• Conducted thorough code reviews that promoted high-quality software development practices amongst team members.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement new features, ensuring timely project completion.

• Led a team of 5 developers in the creation of over 20 websites and applications using C#, ASP.NET, and related technologies, providing mentorship and technical guidance that improved team productivity.
• Conducted client consultations for 10+ projects to gather requirements, define project objectives, and ensure alignment with business goals and technical specifications, resulting in a 95% client satisfaction rate.
• Designed and documented system architecture, overseeing the development of scalable and maintainable solutions using C# and .NET frameworks, including MVC and Web API, which improved system performance .
• Conducted code reviews and performance optimizations, ensuring code quality, adherence to best practices, and efficient use of C# features, including asynchronous programming and LINQ, reducing bugs by 30%.
• Collaborated with project managers and business analysts to prioritize tasks, manage project timelines, and ensure deliverables met or exceeded expectations, achieving 100% on-time delivery for all projects.

• Developed, maintained, and optimized cutting-edge web-based applications and service platforms using PHP.
• Worked closely with clients to gather requirements, define project objectives, and deliver tailored solutions that met their business needs.
• Provided expert-level coding and programming support, ensuring high- quality deliverables and adherence to project timelines.
• Conducted comprehensive testing and debugging to identify and resolve issues, ensuring optimal performance and functionality.
• Collaborated with designers and other developers to implement frontend and backend integration, ensuring seamless user experiences.