MZWANDILE SOTSAKA
Software Engineer
Cape Town
Summary
An accomplished software engineer with extensive experience in the field of Computer Science, proficient in .NET, Java, Angular, and SQL. Expertise includes pioneering new software developments and leveraging cloud-native design principles. Holds an AWS Developer Associate Certification, complementing a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics and Applied Mathematics.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Software Engineer
The Adapatvist Group
Cape Town
11.2023 - Current
- Upgraded API versions for Atlassian integration to ensure a dependable, up-to-date solution equipped with the latest features, enhancing user experience and platform reliability.
- Contributed to a large-scale project during the development phase, designing and extending a code editor with advanced scripting functionality, significantly reducing support queries through improved usability and performance.
- Developed several UI features based on user requests, enabling extended functionality and creating reusable components that enhanced development speed, solution performance, and overall user experience.
- Leveraged AWS expertise to optimize build pipelines, minimize failures, and implement Infrastructure as Code with Terraform for safe and efficient AWS deployments.
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
BBD
11.2019 - Current
- Responsible for maintaining and enhancing CI/CD processes using GitLab, Team City, and IBM Websphere to ensure streamlined and efficient software delivery.
- Developed and extended a telephony environment for a prominent tax client, utilizing .NET, Java, and React to implement new features.
- Played a pivotal role in creating a modern chatting platform for taxpayers, enabling seamless communication with agents within the tax client.
- Led the development of a web-based contact center, leveraging AWS managed services such as Connect, DynamoDB, and ID Center (SSO) to provide a scalable and secure solution.
- Implemented a USSD service on the communications server, collaborating with multiple service providers to deliver relevant request operations to end users.
- Applied strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail to ensure reliable and efficient communication channels for the tax client.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including project managers and stakeholders, to gather requirements, deliver projects on time, and achieve business objectives.
- Participated actively in code reviews, quality assurance processes, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain high standards of software development practices. Largely in charge of the maintenance and enhancement of the CI/CD processes using GitLab, Team City, and IBM WebSphere, ensuring streamlined and efficient software delivery
- Developed and extended the telephony environment for a prominent tax client, utilizing .Net, Java, and React to implement new features
- Played a pivotal role in the creation of a modern chatting platform for taxpayers, facilitating seamless communication with agents working within our tax client
- Led the development of a web-based contact center, leveraging various AWS managed services such as Connect, DynamoDB, and ID Center (SSO), to provide a scalable and secure solution
- Successfully implemented a USSD service on the communications server, collaborating with multiple service providers to deliver relevant request operations to end users
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail to ensure reliable and efficient communication channels for the tax client
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including project managers and stakeholders, to gather requirements, deliver projects on time, and achieve business objectives
- Actively participated in code reviews, quality assurance processes, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain high standards of software development practices
INTERN SOFTWARE ENGINEER
BBD
02.2018 - 10.2019
- Contributed to the support team for a tax client by resolving complex bugs and actively participating in the development process.
- Gained experience in troubleshooting and problem-solving, addressing issues to ensure seamless client operations.
- Demonstrated proficiency in programming fundamentals with a focus on C#, Java, and Python, applying established design patterns and principles.
- Acquired knowledge and hands-on experience in managing distributed workloads across multiple systems and environments.
- Collaborated with senior team members to adopt best practices in software development, ensuring adherence to industry standards and optimized performance.
Education
AWS DEVELOPER ASSOCIATE -
PSI
Remote 05.2023 - 05.2025
BCS - MATHEMATICS & APPLIED MATHEMATICS
UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2015 - 11.2019
Volunteer Experience and Leadership
- 2018, World Rowing Filippi Spirit Award, Recognizes university rowers across the world who exemplify the core values of rowing in their social, academic, and athletic endeavors.
- Rowing Captain, University of Johannesburg, Led the team to an impressive runner-up position among the best-performing university rowing teams and dedicated time to coaching underprivileged students.
Accomplishments
I advanced from school-level rowing to representing South Africa in national and international competitions. In 2018, I won a bronze medal at the World Student Rowing Championships in Shanghai, China, and in August 2019, I qualified to compete at the World Senior Rowing Championships and the Olympic qualifiers. These achievements demonstrate my dedication, teamwork, and ability to perform at the highest levels of sport.
Timeline
Software Engineer
The Adapatvist Group
11.2023 - Current
AWS DEVELOPER ASSOCIATE -
PSI
05.2023 - 05.2025
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
BBD
11.2019 - Current
INTERN SOFTWARE ENGINEER
BBD
02.2018 - 10.2019
BCS - MATHEMATICS & APPLIED MATHEMATICS
UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG
01.2015 - 11.2019
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