Thomas Chivambo
Johha
Summary
Expert in software development life cycle, achieving faster release cycles through continuous integration strategies. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving and customer relationship management skills. Proficient in quality assurance, product development and resource utilization. Oversees development utilising the Agile methodology. Successful at leading both internal and external teams to accomplish challenging objectives. Talented Technical Lead adept at integrating resources into business operations and developing innovative technical solutions to diverse issues. Strong history of managing highly effective teams to execute complex projects within stringent timeframes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Technical Lead
Avis Budget Group
05.2023 - Current
- Enhanced system performance with thorough code reviews, debugging, and optimization techniques.
- Provided educational expertise and mentoring to junior team members.
- Improved systems with addition of new features and infrastructure.
- Implemented continuous integration and deployment strategies for faster release cycles and improved application reliability.
Senior Software Developer
Barloworld Automotive
03.2019 - 07.2022
- Improved software performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks in the code.
- Monitored ongoing operation of assigned programs and responded to problems by diagnosing and correcting logic and coding errors.
- Conducted comprehensive code reviews, ensuring adherence to established coding standards and improving overall code quality.
- Championed initiatives aimed at improving internal processes and overall team productivity, ultimately leading to significant reductions in project completion times.
- Discussed project progress with customers, collected feedback on different stages and directly addressed concerns.
- Provided technical support using knowledge of complex technology to solve problems and support new projects.
- Consulted with engineering team members to determine system loads and develop improvement plans.
Software Developer
AVIS Fleet
02.2008 - 04.2011
- Optimized code readability and maintainability by utilizing best practices in coding standards and documentation.
- Assisted senior developers in complex problem-solving, enhancing overall team productivity and efficiency.
- Contributed to the successful launch of a new software product by assisting with the design, development, and implementation phases.
- Streamlined the deployment process by automating repetitive tasks using continuous integration tools.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University Of Zululand
Durban, South Africa 01.2003 - 12.2007
Skills
- Project Leadership
- Systems Integration
- Data Warehouse
- Customer Relationship Management
- Software development life cycle
- Agile Methodology
- API Design and Development
- Application security
- Performance Optimization
- DevOps principles
- Automation methods
- Mentorship and coaching
- Technical Strategy Development
- Interpersonal Skills
- Team building
- Analytical Skills
- Technical: Java, C#, Net, Python, JavaScript, SQL, IBM Cognos Analytics
Timeline
Technical Lead
Avis Budget Group
05.2023 - Current
Senior Software Developer
Barloworld Automotive
03.2019 - 07.2022
Software Developer
AVIS Fleet
02.2008 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University Of Zululand
01.2003 - 12.2007
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