Thapelo Mokoa
Computer Systems Engineer
Pretoria,GP
Summary
Computer Systems Engineering graduate with practical experience in software testing and a solid foundation in software development, web technologies, databases, APIs, and automation. Developed skills in Java, Python, C++, JavaScript, SQL, Git, Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, and Postman, contributing to effective technology solutions through testing and troubleshooting. Demonstrated strong problem-solving capabilities and adaptability in IT support, delivering technical assistance and resolving issues efficiently while collaborating effectively within team environments.
Overview
7
7
Certifications
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Software Tester
4IR RESEARCH LAB
08.2025 - 08.2026
- Designed manual test cases for web and mobile applications.
- Executed functional, regression, and smoke testing to verify software stability.
- Documented defects clearly with reproduction steps and severity details.
- Collaborated with developers to clarify requirements and resolve defects.
- Assisted developers in reproducing reported issues, expediting their resolution and improving overall product quality.
- Participated in code reviews to identify potential issues early in the development process, reducing overall project risks.
- Increased efficiency within the QA team by implementing best practices for bug reporting and documentation, facilitating effective communication channels between team members.
- Collaborated with QA team to test software quality through manual and automated testing.
E-Commerce Store Owner & Developer
Self-Employed
09.2023 - 07.2025
- Designed, launched, and maintained an end-to-end online retail store using WordPress and WooCommerce.
- Customized product pages, UI elements, and checkout workflows to improve user experience and increase site speed.
- Managed product catalog, pricing structures, inventory tracking, and order fulfillment processes for streamlined operations.
- Monitored site analytics, optimized page load performance, and resolved technical glitches, maintaining high platform uptime.
Education
Diploma - Computer System Engineering
TUT
Soshanguve South Campus 01.2022 - 10.2026
Skills
Hardware configuration
Network configuration
Hardware troubleshooting
LAN/WAN
TCP/IP
Performance testing
Regression testing
User acceptance testing
Manual testing
Agile methodology
Software development life cycle
Certification
ISC2 Security Operations Certification
Timeline
Software Tester
4IR RESEARCH LAB
08.2025 - 08.2026
E-Commerce Store Owner & Developer
Self-Employed
09.2023 - 07.2025
Diploma - Computer System Engineering
TUT
01.2022 - 10.2026