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Hi, I’m

Tiven Appolis

Technical Enigneer
Cape Town
Tiven Appolis

Summary

I’m Tiven — a tech‑driven professional with a passion for solving problems, improving software quality, and delivering user‑centric SaaS products. I combine hands‑on technical support expertise with strong analytical skills to enhance performance, streamline workflows, and create meaningful product experiences. With experience across troubleshooting, QA testing, API analysis, and product ownership, I bridge the gap between technical teams and business goals. I thrive in fast‑paced SaaS environments where collaboration, innovation, and customer value lead the way. Always learning. Always improving. Always building better products.

💡 Professional Philosophy: I believe in the power of collaboration and continuous learning. Embracing challenges with a positive mindset, I am committed to staying at the forefront of technological advancements to enhance my skills and contribute effectively to any team or project.

Overview

9
years of professional experience

Work History

Flotek Group Limted

Technical Engineer
11.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Improved system performance by troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues.
  • Developed comprehensive documentation, including user guides and technical specifications, aiding future development efforts.
  • Provided L2/L3 technical support for end users across Microsoft 365 environments.
  • Maintained remote servers and practiced safe secure methods.
  • Provided exceptional technical support, addressing client concerns and ensuring their needs were met.

MRI Software LLC

Software Support Analyst
03.2025 - 10.2025

Job overview

• Delivered technical support for enterprise SaaS applications in the real estate and financial sectors.

• Investigated application errors by reproducing issues and analyzing logs and database data.

• Collaborated with Development and QA teams to escalate, test, and resolve complex defects.

• Supported clients with configuration, security roles, permissions, and integrations.

Smart View Technology

Technical Support and Product Owner
01.2024 - 02.2025

Job overview

  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality products that met customer needs.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams on technical feasibility assessments, resulting in realistic scope definition for projects.
  • Developed comprehensive roadmaps outlining the product vision, goals, and milestones for successful execution.
  • Provided technical support from tiers 1-3.

Sensor Networks

Software Quality Assurance Engineer
01.2021 - 12.2023

Job overview

  • Supported successful product releases by performing regression testing on existing features after each update cycle.
  • Managed defect tracking systems effectively, prioritizing issues appropriately and ensuring timely resolution.
  • Collaborated with QA analysts to establish, meet and maintain quality assurance thresholds based on best-practice tools.
  • Enhanced user experience by collaborating with UX designers to identify areas for improvement in software interfaces.
  • Created detailed bug reports complete with reproduction steps, enabling swift resolution by developers.
  • Contributed to project planning efforts, estimating time required for completion of QA activities and adjusting as necessary throughout development cycles.

Sensor Networks

Technical Support Engineer
03.2019 - 12.2020

Job overview

  • Served as an escalation point for challenging technical inquiries, demonstrating expertise in product knowledge and problem-solving abilities.
  • Conducted root cause analysis of technical issues, implementing preventive measures for future occurrences.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving complex technical issues promptly and effectively.
  • Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Documented faults and bugs for referral to development staff for use in updates.
  • Developed comprehensive troubleshooting guides for internal use, improving team knowledge and performance.
  • Managed multiple concurrent support cases with precision and focus, resulting in a high rate of case closure within target timelines.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop solutions for recurring technical problems.
  • Met with team personnel to share details of discovered issues and recurrent custom complaints.
  • Contributed to product development meetings, providing insights from customer feedback to guide future enhancements.

Rosetta Stone

Technical Support Engineer
01.2017 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Performed root cause analysis of reported issues to enact corrections.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics, contributing to overall team success.
  • Delivered Tier-3 support and SME input to internal and external customers.
  • Implemented remote support system, enabling efficient troubleshooting without need for onsite visits.
  • Worked directly with clients in rollout and post-rollout stages to train and support new applications and systems.
  • Streamlined helpdesk response times, implementing new ticketing system that prioritized urgent queries.
  • Enhanced user experience by resolving complex software issues swiftly.
  • Optimized network performance, regularly monitoring and adjusting configurations to meet changing demands.

Education

University of Plymouth
United Kingdom

Bachelor of Science from Information Technology
04.2001

University Overview

  • Data for Analysis with Microsoft Excel: Microsoft, 2025
  • Cybersecurity Specialist: University of Maryland, 2024
  • Risk-Based and White-Box Test Techniques: Board Infinity, 2025
  • Static & Dynamic Analysis for Technical Testing: Board Infinity, 2025
  • Mastering Reviews and Test Automation: Techniques & Tools: Board Infinity, 2025

Skills

Remote support

Information security

Server maintenance

System analysis

Product development support

Cybersecurity expertise

Machine learning

Big data analytics

Troubleshooting and resolution

Timeline

Technical Engineer

Flotek Group Limted
11.2025 - Current

Software Support Analyst

MRI Software LLC
03.2025 - 10.2025

Technical Support and Product Owner

Smart View Technology
01.2024 - 02.2025

Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Sensor Networks
01.2021 - 12.2023

Technical Support Engineer

Sensor Networks
03.2019 - 12.2020

Technical Support Engineer

Rosetta Stone
01.2017 - 12.2018

University of Plymouth

Bachelor of Science from Information Technology
04.2001
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