Back end Systems Engineer at Tsolo Storage Systems Technologies

Architect and maintain petabyte-scale data ingestion infrastructure for the MeerKAT Radio Telescope, ensuring high-throughput, fault-tolerant transfers across federated systems in South Africa’s scientific ecosystem. Design and deploy internal APIs using FastAPI to automate and orchestrate data flows from source to storage, enabling real-time monitoring and operational scalability. Integrate and manage distributed storage backends using iRODS, Rucio, and Ceph-backed S3, supporting mission-critical datasets for astronomical research. Write and maintain robust backend Python services and shell scripts that perform scheduled ingest, replication, verification, and error handling across heterogeneous environments. Implement PostgreSQL-backed metadata services and job tracking systems, leveraging JSON for configuration, logging, inter-service communication. Troubleshoot low-level failures using log analysis, iRODS rules, and network packet inspection, contributing to infrastructure stabili

Full Stack Developer at Orilla Technologies

Spearheaded the installation and maintenance of smart devices using SSH, ensuring seamless integration of PyTorch, CUDA, DeepStream, and TensorRT for AI-driven functionalities. Developed and deployed a Telegram Bot for managing AI-based human detection systems, incorporating AWS for enhanced reliability in detection processes. Engineered advanced scheduling features for detection systems, optimizing user experience through customization and real-time interaction. Collaborated with security firms to facilitate the deployment and training of AI-enabled devices, enhancing the safety and security of users.

Software Developer at OK Retail Group

Developed a digital receipt management system integrated with accounting systems, reducing paper usage and supporting green initiatives. Automated receipt delivery and implemented a credit-based loyalty system, boosting customer retention and aligning with environmental goals. Designed a loyalty program within the digital receipt platform, enhancing customer engagement and promoting sustainable practices. Led the development of a delivery web app with real-time order tracking and AWS hosting, creating a new revenue stream and supporting franchise expansion.

Web Developer at NN Bus Service

Led the development of 'smart-pages' for real estate, integrating live renders and dynamic content, which boosted user engagement and conversion rates. Implemented real-time property customization, enabling buyers to personalize and view finishes directly from the web interface, enhancing user experience. Maintained a digital receipt web app, seamlessly integrated into the e-commerce system, supporting sustainability goals and enhancing the company’s tech-forward image. These innovations accelerated sales cycles and reinforced the company’s brand presence in the competitive real estate market.