Michael John Kilian

• Currently working as a junior engineer in Research & Development for a security systems and manufacturing company in
• Johannesburg
• Reporting to the principal engineer & head of Core Services
• Developed a web application using Angular 14 and ASP.NET Web API that allows for serial communication via the browser
• Utilised the JavaScript Web Serial API to facilitate connected devices' read-and-write functions via the web application's serial port
• Updated user interface and optimised backend functionality of .NET software used for testing network connectivity of sim cards on GSM modems & serial devices
• Implemented asynchronous multithreading techniques to test multiple devices simultaneously, ensuring application is less CPU-intensive
• Improved usability of Windows Forms firmware communication and configuration software used to program serial & firmware settings into GSM-based devices by allowing double the number of devices to be configured
• Conducted extensive technical research into emerging technologies, frameworks, and software solutions to evaluate their potential for implementation in future projects
• Collaborated with senior engineers to assess the scalability, performance, and security aspects of my software development contributions to ensure alignment with the company's technical standards and requirements
• Regularly reviewed and updated internal documentation, including technical specifications and guidelines.

• Served as project & technical lead in the development & implementation of an Android application that provided a full data management solution to a local Non-Profit Organization (FORA)
• Oversaw & directly involved in all tasks from project planning, system analysis, database design, software development, integration/unit testing, parallel deployment, and publishing of Android application
• Facilitated active communication between key stakeholders & university supervisors and scheduled weekly progress meetings
• Drafted comprehensive software documentation consisting of decision analysis, information system requirements, logical design, user manuals, and presented the project documentation to external moderators
• Tech Stack used: Java SE 16, Firebase, Android Studio, Android 12

• Developed an ASP.NET Core Time Management web application that provides university students with analytical data and useful information regarding their semester modules and recommended study hours per week
• Utilized the MVC architectural pattern for separating logical back end & UI components and implemented Entity
• Framework with SQLite for data storage purposes
• Designed & developed an initial standalone desktop time management application using Windows Presentation
• Foundation (WPF) to ensure code functionality & standards.

• Developed a WPF budgeting application that allows users to input their income, various expenses, home loan & vehicle options, and calculates whether the user should consider refinancing options
• Utilized advanced C# features such as delegates, generic collections & data structures, LINQ & lambda functions and adhered to internationally acceptable coding standards
• Developed an initial console application using Visual Studio to accurately ensure application functionality and calculations.

NQF Level 8

Research-based Honours degree focused on the integration of machine learning and cyber security to mitigate privacy and security risks in big data environments within the financial sector.

Research Areas: Big Data; Machine Learning, Deep Learning; AI-based Cybersecuirty

Modules: Research; Advanced Topics in Information Systems Research; Business Intelligence & Data Warehousing; Emerging Technologies; Social Informatics

Application Development and Networks stream (BCIS313)

NQF Level 7

Graduated Cum Laude