Mzwandile Lucky Dladla
Senior Software Developer
Johannesburg,GP
Summary
Results-driven Software Developer specializing in application development for financial institutions and consulting firms. Delivered critical application rewrites and rigorous testing, significantly reducing user-reported issues. Expertise in frontend frameworks like Vue 3 and Angular, alongside backend development in Golang and Java/Spring Boot. Strong in API integration and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams to produce software solutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Full Stack Software Developer
Standard bank
12.2024 - 06.2026
- Collaborated in rewriting Diners Club private banking application, improving usability and client satisfaction.
- Supported efforts to rewrite Diners Club card add-on application.
- Enhanced application features by collaborating with the development team.
- Utilised Vue 3, Vuetify, Golang (Gin framework), Rosa OpenShift, Kubernetes, Docker, API integration, Pinia state management, Angular development, Java/Spring Boot.
- Participated in code reviews, enhancing code quality and fostering a collaborative development environment.
- Developed RESTful APIs, facilitating seamless data exchange between frontend and backend systems.
- Designed and implemented RESTful APIs, enabling effective communication between front-end and back-end systems.
- Managed version control using Git, facilitating team collaboration and ensuring efficient tracking of project progress.
- Designed and implemented scalable web applications, enhancing user experience and operational efficiency.
- Led the integration of third-party APIs into existing systems, streamlining operations and expanding service capabilities.
- Implemented responsive web design principles to create mobile-friendly applications, increasing accessibility for users on various devices.
- Integrated third-party services and APIs, expanding application functionality and improving user engagement.
- Analysed user feedback and usage metrics to inform iterative development, ensuring products meet evolving customer needs.
- Participated in agile development processes, contributing to sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives to enhance project outcomes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables for client satisfaction.
- Pioneered the adoption of containerisation technologies like Docker, enhancing development efficiency and reducing environmental discrepancies.
- Coordinated with UI and UX designers, translating design concepts into functional and aesthetically pleasing web applications.
- Conducted thorough testing and debugging of applications, identifying and resolving issues to maintain high-quality standards.
- Documented technical specifications and project progress, ensuring clear communication among team members and stakeholders.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deploy new features, improving product performance and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of technology trends, applying innovative solutions to complex problems.
- Optimised application performance through code refactoring and leveraging caching mechanisms, significantly reducing load times.
- Architected scalable cloud solutions using AWS services, facilitating cost-effective scaling and robust disaster recovery strategies.
- Applied best practices in security, including OAuth and JWT, to safeguard user data and protect against cyber threats.
- Engaged in code reviews to maintain high standards of code quality, fostering a culture of excellence and mutual accountability.
- Integrated third-party APIs, expanding application functionality and enriching user engagement.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities by quickly identifying and resolving defects, leading to increased application stability and user satisfaction.
- Conducted thorough code reviews to maintain high standards of quality and consistency throughout the project lifecycle.
- Created robust backend services using RESTful API designs that facilitated seamless data exchange between front-end clients and back-end systems.
- Solved complex technical challenges by leveraging extensive knowledge of programming languages, tools, and frameworks.
- Developed secure, scalable software solutions by utilizing industry best practices for coding and architecture.
- Continuously updated skillset through professional development courses, staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
Siyakha Consulting (Pty) Ltd
FullStack Engineer
12.2019 - 12.2024
- Developed websites to enhance user experience and engagement.
- Contributed to development of applications utilizing Laravel.
- Created CRM systems to improve customer interactions and satisfaction.
- Coordinated design, coding, and testing of new software applications delivering projects within deadlines.
- Managed system testing and validation processes to assess reliability.
- Conducted testing and debugging of applications leading to a reduction in user-reported issues.
- Contributed to development of applications utilising Laravel.
- Supported creation of CRM systems for improved customer interactions.
- Managed system testing and validation to ensure reliability and performance.
- Conducted testing and debugging of applications leading to reduction in user-reported issues.
- Coded software updates to add new features, close security holes and resolve defects.
- Refined and upgraded existing software to continuously improve performance.
- Evaluated functionality and performance of existing software to best target new releases.
- Tested software solutions following standardised procedures, collating results to formulate actionable insights.
- Coordinated with product managers to define clear project scopes, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.
FullStack Developer
Circle Finance
02.2019 - 11.2019
- Designed and implemented RESTful APIs, enabling effective communication between front-end and back-end systems.
- Contributed to agile development processes, enhancing project outcomes through active participation in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Implemented responsive web design principles to create mobile-friendly applications, increasing accessibility for users on various devices.
- Optimized application performance through code refactoring and leveraging caching mechanisms, significantly reducing load times.
- Conducted code reviews to uphold code quality standards, promoting a culture of excellence and accountability within the team.
- Participated in agile development processes, contributing to sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives to enhance project outcomes.
- Documented technical specifications and development processes, facilitating knowledge sharing and accessibility across the team.
- Managed version control using Git, facilitating team collaboration and ensuring efficient tracking of project progress.
- Coded software updates to add new features, close security holes and resolve defects.
- Detailed and evaluated requirements for software applications and operating systems.
- Documented technical specifications and development processes, ensuring knowledge is shared and accessible within the team.
- Coordinated quality testing with the assurance team and partnered on resolving defects.
- Tested software solutions following standardised procedures, collating results to formulate actionable insights.
FullStack Developer
S Factor Digital
12.2017 - 01.2019
- Developed responsive websites for diverse clients, enhancing user experience and engagement.
- Executed daily updates to maintain website functionality and boost user retention.
- Developed websites for multiple companies.
- Utilised Git for version control, ensuring code integrity and facilitating collaborative development.
- Utilised Git for version control to maintain code integrity.
- Participated in agile development processes, contributing to sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives to enhance project outcomes.
- Researched market trends and potential technical constraints to optimise planning for new software.
Full Stack Software Developer
NTP Consulting (Pty) Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Backed up files from websites to local directories for quick recovery during issues.
- Responded to user email inquiries and set up automated systems for timely responses.
- Registered websites with search engines to boost web site traffic.
- Developed and maintained responsive website designs, improving user experience across various devices.
- Integrated social media functionality into websites, boosting online presence and engagement.
- Assisted in budgeting for web projects, estimating costs for resources, and timelines, and ensuring projects remained within financial constraints.
- Participated in agile development processes, contributing to sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives to enhance project outcomes.
- Conducted code reviews to uphold high standards of code quality, promoting a culture of excellence and accountability.
- Implemented responsive web design principles to create mobile-friendly applications, increasing accessibility for users on various devices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology(Systems Development)
Richfield Graduate Institue of Technology
Johannesburg, GP06-2016
Skills
Front-end development
Database management
API design
Agile methodologies
User experience design
JavaScript coding
Database management
SQL querying
HTML
Git usage
HTML coding
API integration
Web services
JavaScript
MVC frameworks
AWS skills
Angular skills
PHP skills
Accomplishments
- Diners Club Private Banking Legacy Modernization: Successfully assisted in rewriting the critical Diners Club private banking and card add-on applications at Standard Bank using a modern stack (Vue 3, Golang, Rosa OpenShift, and Kubernetes).
- System Infrastructure Upgrades: Pioneered the adoption of containerization technologies like Docker across multiple roles, significantly enhancing development efficiency and reducing environment discrepancies.
- 30% Reduction in User Issues: Contributed to a 30% reduction in user-reported bugs and performance issues through rigorous testing, debugging, and system validation processes at Siyakha Consulting.
- Code Quality Advocacy: Actively led and participated in peer code reviews across multiple organizations, fostering collaborative development environments and maintaining high standards of code accountability.
- Load Time Minimization: Optimized application performance through strategic code refactoring and the implementation of caching mechanisms, significantly reducing user load times at Circle Finance and Standard Bank.
- Seamless Ecosystem Integration: Led the integration of complex third-party services and RESTful APIs, successfully expanding core system functionalities and improving user engagement metrics.
Timeline
Full Stack Software Developer
Standard bank
12.2024 - 06.2026
Siyakha Consulting (Pty) Ltd
FullStack Engineer
12.2019 - 12.2024
FullStack Developer
Circle Finance
02.2019 - 11.2019
FullStack Developer
S Factor Digital
12.2017 - 01.2019
Full Stack Software Developer
NTP Consulting (Pty) Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology(Systems Development)
Richfield Graduate Institue of Technology