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Njabulo Mbanjwa

Njabulo Mbanjwa

Software Engineer
Johannesburg

Summary

Highly motivated Software Engineer Intern at Standard Bank, specializing in backend Java development and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE). I have a strong background in software development, and I also hold a Master of Science in Physics.

Proficient in Java, Python and fundamentals of web technology tools. Also familiar with hands-on experience in Agile development, CI/CD pipelines and automated testing. Passionate about backend development and ensuring reliability and improving performance of services during site reliability engineering practices.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Software Engineer Intern

Standard Bank Group
06.2024 - Current

Backend Java Developer and SRE. Developing and maintaining backend services for Card Digital App team. Ensuring services mobile app reliability by monitoring services, analysing logs using Kibana, AppDyanmics and Splunk for dashboard visualizations. Also writing and executing performance testing for card digital app services to ensure reliability of our services under extreme loads. Collaboration in an Agile methodologies, participating in daily stand-ups and sprint planning.

Systems Development and Data Analyst (Intern)

Stellr
09.2020 - 12.2020
  • This immersive experience provided me with invaluable exposure to various aspects of the field, fostering my growth both personally and professionally.
  • Collaborating with skilled Software Developers, I actively engaged in codebase reviews, honing my eye for detail and ensuring adherence to high-quality coding standards.
  • This hands-on approach deepened my understanding of best practices and efficient code implementation.
  • Worked on a project to develop a cutting-edge feature enabling the ability to search for pending transactions within AWS DynamoDB tables, showcasing my proficiency in data analysis and database management.
  • My internship at Stellr ignited a strong passion for software development, motivating me to pursue continuous learning and embrace new challenges in the ever-evolving tech industry

Physics Demonstrator and Tutor

University of KwaZulu, Natal
02.2016 - 05.2020
  • Led physics lab sessions, demonstrating experiments and ensuring safety
  • Guided coursework tutorials, aiding comprehension of challenging concepts
  • This role enhanced my teaching, communication, and teamwork skills.

Education

Higher Certificate (NQF Level 5) - Software Engineering

WeThinkCode
09.2022 - 12.2023

Bootcamp Certificate - Data Science

HyperionDev
03.2021 - 08.2021

Master of Science - Physics, Space physics

University of KwaZulu-Natal
03.2018 - 09.2020

Bachelor of Science Honours - Physics

University of KwaZulu-Natal
02.2017 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics And Physics

University of KwaZulu-Natal
02.2014 - 12.2016

Skills

    JavaScript

Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

HTML

Git

Agile Methodologies

Teamwork

Data visualization

Machine Learning

Serverless computing

Amazon web services

Data analysis

JDBC

Object Oriented Programming

Python

Accomplishments

  • Student Encouragement Prize for Space Science Division - South African Institute of Physics (SAIP),
    Jun 2019,
    Space science research presentation
  • Top Final year Physics student - University of KwaZulu-Natal
    Mar 2017

Timeline

Software Engineer Intern

Standard Bank Group
06.2024 - Current

Higher Certificate (NQF Level 5) - Software Engineering

WeThinkCode
09.2022 - 12.2023

Bootcamp Certificate - Data Science

HyperionDev
03.2021 - 08.2021

Systems Development and Data Analyst (Intern)

Stellr
09.2020 - 12.2020

Master of Science - Physics, Space physics

University of KwaZulu-Natal
03.2018 - 09.2020

Bachelor of Science Honours - Physics

University of KwaZulu-Natal
02.2017 - 12.2017

Physics Demonstrator and Tutor

University of KwaZulu, Natal
02.2016 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics And Physics

University of KwaZulu-Natal
02.2014 - 12.2016
Njabulo MbanjwaSoftware Engineer