Full-Stack Developer (Android/iOS)

Alpha Global Technologies

Jan 2026 - Present · 5 mos · Contract · Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa · On-site

Built and deployed production mobile applications for field operations, IoT telemetry, and internal engineering workflows.

• Production Delivery: Built and deployed 3 production-grade mobile applications within the first 4 months, used by field agents and engineers in internal operations
• React Native: Developed React Native applications for Android and iOS that interface with backend systems, telemetry pipelines, and IoT devices
• Real-Time Systems: Implemented real-time communication with sensors and IoT devices, including live data streaming, command execution, and device interaction
• Remote Device Control: Designed features for remote device control, including over-the-air (OTA) command delivery and updates when devices are not physically accessible
• Operational Efficiency: Engineered solutions that reduced sensor installation time from ~35 minutes to under 5 minutes through automation and mobile-guided workflows
• Process Digitization: Digitized operational processes, eliminating paperwork and reducing administrative tasks from hours to minutes via in-app data capture and automation
• Backend Integration: Integrated mobile apps with backend services handling business logic, telemetry ingestion, and secure data exchange
• End-to-End Ownership: Managed full delivery lifecycle including development, testing, deployment, and iteration in production environments

Skills: Spring Boot, React Native

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Developer

Mar 2026 - Present · 3 mos · Part-time

Currently maintaining and supporting the platform, delivering incremental updates, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

Full-Stack Developer (Android/iOS)

Apr 2025 - Mar 2026 · 1 yr · Contract

Led end-to-end development of web and mobile applications, independently delivering features from backend architecture to frontend UI and deployment.

• React Native Development: Developed cross-platform mobile apps for Android and iOS, ensuring seamless user experience across devices
• RESTful API Design: Designed and deployed scalable RESTful APIs using Spring Boot, enabling efficient data exchange between frontend and backend
• Payment Integration: Integrated secure payment systems, processing transactions for ebook and audiobook purchases
• End-to-End Feature Delivery: Delivered complete features from design to deployment, including offline functionality and real-time data synchronization
• App Store Management: Managed app releases on both Google Play Store and Apple App Store, ensuring compliance and smooth deployments
• DevOps & CI/CD: Implemented continuous integration and deployment pipelines using Docker, Git, and CI/CD tools

Software Developer

Mercedes-Benz South Africa

Dec 2024 - Apr 2025 · 5 mos · Contract

Completed the Mercedes-Benz Digital Associate Programme at CAPACITI, focusing on enterprise software development, cloud tools, and digital transformation initiatives.

• Enterprise Development: Learned and applied Java and Spring Boot for building enterprise-level software solutions
• REST API Development: Practiced designing and implementing REST APIs for automotive software systems
• Containerization: Gained hands-on experience with Docker for containerizing applications and microservices
• Agile Methodologies: Practiced Agile development methodologies in a professional team environment
• Cloud & CI/CD: Acquired knowledge of cloud platforms and continuous integration/continuous deployment practices
• Technical Mentorship: Engaged with technical mentors and industry professionals to accelerate learning
• Digital Skills Training: Completed comprehensive practical training in modern software development practices

Software Engineer Trainee

WeThinkCode

Sep 2023 - Dec 2024 · 1 yr 4 mos

Intensive software development training program focusing on practical, real-world projects and collaborative problem-solving.

• Core Technologies: Mastered Java (OOP), Python, Docker, CI/CD, API development, Testing, SQL, and Git
• Agile Methodologies: Applied Agile development practices in team-based project environments
• Problem-Solving: Developed strong problem-solving skills through complex coding challenges and algorithms
• Data Structures & Algorithms: Built expertise in data structures and algorithmic thinking
• Team Collaboration: Enhanced teamwork and communication skills through collaborative development projects
• System Integration: Specialized in system integration, connecting different software components and services
• Academic Excellence: Achieved top 50 ranking in cohort with 89% in OOP and System Design