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Hi, I’m Silva Macaneta, a Salesforce-focused architect and software engineer driven by delivering scalable CRM solutions across diverse industries in Africa. I specialize in Lightning Web Components, Apex, and Salesforce administration, and I’m committed to robust platform performance and collaborative code reviews. I hold a BSc in Computer Science from the Pearson Institute and multiple Salesforce certifications. I’m passionate about teamwork, client success, and building CRM and custom software solutions that improve business outcomes.…Hi, I’m Silva Macaneta, a Salesforce-focused architect and software engineer driven by delivering scalable CRM solutions across diverse industries in Africa. I specialize in Lightning Web Components, Apex, and Salesforce administration, and I’m committed to robust platform performance and collaborative code reviews. I hold a BSc in Computer Science from the Pearson Institute and multiple Salesforce certifications. I’m passionate about teamwork, client success, and building CRM and custom software solutions that improve business outcomes.

Silva Macaneta

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Hi, I’m Silva Macaneta, a Salesforce-focused architect and software engineer driven by delivering scalable CRM solutions across diverse industries in Africa. I specialize in Lightning Web Components, Apex, and Salesforce administration, and I’m committed to robust platform performance and collaborative code reviews. I hold a BSc in Computer Science from the Pearson Institute and multiple Salesforce certifications. I’m passionate about teamwork, client success, and building CRM and custom software solutions that improve business outcomes.…Hi, I’m Silva Macaneta, a Salesforce-focused architect and software engineer driven by delivering scalable CRM solutions across diverse industries in Africa. I specialize in Lightning Web Components, Apex, and Salesforce administration, and I’m committed to robust platform performance and collaborative code reviews. I hold a BSc in Computer Science from the Pearson Institute and multiple Salesforce certifications. I’m passionate about teamwork, client success, and building CRM and custom software solutions that improve business outcomes.

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Hi, I’m Silva Macaneta, a Salesforce-focused architect and software engineer driven by delivering scalable CRM solutions across diverse industries in Africa. I specialize in Lightning Web Components, Apex, and Salesforce administration, and I’m committed to robust platform performance and collaborative code reviews.

I hold a BSc in Computer Science from the Pearson Institute and multiple Salesforce certifications. I’m passionate about teamwork, client success, and building CRM and custom software solutions that improve business outcomes.

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Work Experience

Managing Director at Macaneta Group (PTY) Ltd

November 1, 2022 - Present

Design, implement, and test new Salesforce applications, including developing custom Lightning Web Components (LWC) and Apex classes to meet business requirements. Follow Salesforce development best practices, ensuring scalable solutions. Participate in code reviews, resolve defects with QA, document code and configurations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated Salesforce solutions and automated flows. Commit to continuous learning and client success.

Salesforce Architect / Development Lead at Cloud23

March 1, 2025 - October 6, 2025

Designed and delivered scalable, secure Salesforce solutions aligned with business goals. Defined integration architecture using REST/SOAP APIs, middleware, and ETL tools. Led development of Apex, LWC, Visualforce, and Flows; conducted code reviews, mentored developers, and managed deployments via Copado, Gearset, and Change Sets. Collaborated with BAs, PMs, and QA to deliver end-to-end solutions.

Manager | Senior Salesforce Developer at PwC South Africa

February 1, 2023 - October 6, 2025

Led Salesforce projects across Banking, Energy, and Manufacturing sectors in Africa. Implemented Salesforce EDA for a major online college and Service Cloud for a leading South African retailer. Mentored graduates, associates, and senior associates.

Senior Full Stack Engineer at Metavaro

January 1, 2022 - October 6, 2025

Led Salesforce Administration, Development, and Integrations. Developed frontend using React.js, Next.js, and Lightning Web Components; backend with Node.js, Apex, and Java. Designed and managed databases with MongoDB and Salesforce's Oracle DB.

Full Stack Engineer at LightWare LiDAR

April 1, 2021 - October 6, 2025

Designed, developed, and maintained production automation systems using Vue.js, Node.js, MongoDB and C (embedded). Integrated production systems with accounting and CAD tools; built dashboards with real-time production reports and automated staff competency tracking; provided IT support.

Software Developer at Self-employed

October 1, 2018 - October 6, 2025

Developed and delivered web applications for clients using a range of technologies; applied Agile methodologies and ensured robust, scalable software delivery.

Freelance Software Engineer at Kwame Linx (PTY) Ltd

September 1, 2018 - October 6, 2025

Built web applications for clients, including backend and frontend development with C#, ASP.NET Core, PostgreSQL, and Angular (4). Engaged with clients to solve problems and deliver solutions.

Freelance Software Developer at Inbeleza 2006

January 1, 2018 - October 6, 2025

Developed and implemented a management information system (Vanilla JavaScript frontend, C# ASP.NET MVC 5 backend), improved online presence with WordPress, trained staff, and supported IT department formation.

Managing Director at Macaneta Group (PTY) Ltd

November 1, 2022 - Present

Design, implement, and test Salesforce applications, including custom Lightning Web Components and Apex classes; follow Salesforce development best practices; participate in code reviews; resolve defects with QA; document configurations; collaborate with cross-functional teams; develop and maintain Salesforce Flows; commit to continuous learning.

Salesforce Architect / Technical Lead at Cloud23

March 1, 2025 - October 6, 2025

Designed and delivered scalable, secure Salesforce solutions; defined integration architecture using REST/SOAP APIs, middleware, and ETL tools; led development of Apex, LWC, Visualforce, and Flows; conducted code reviews; mentored developers; managed deployments via Copado, Gearset, and Change Sets; collaborated with BAs, PMs, and QA to deliver end-to-end solutions. Key projects included an Experience Cloud platform for Major African Blue Bank and an AWS S3 integration for a Pan-African Insurance provider.

Manager | Senior Salesforce Developer at PwC South Africa

February 1, 2023 - October 6, 2025

Led Salesforce projects across Sales, Finance, Marketing, Experience, and Service Clouds for Banking, Energy, and Manufacturing clients across Africa; implemented Salesforce EDA for an online college and Service Cloud for a leading South African retailer; mentored graduates and associates.

Senior Full Stack Engineer at Metavaro

January 1, 2022 - October 6, 2025

Led Salesforce administration, development, and integrations; built frontend using React.js, Next.js, and Lightning Web Components; backend with Node.js, Apex, and Java; designed databases using MongoDB and Salesforce's Oracle DB.

Full Stack Engineer at LightWare LiDAR

April 1, 2021 - October 6, 2025

Designed, developed, and maintained production automation systems using Vue.js, Node.js, MongoDB and C (embedded); integrated production systems with accounting, project management, and CAD; created real-time production dashboards and automated staff competency tracking; provided IT support.

Software Developer at Self-employed

October 1, 2018 - October 6, 2025

Developed software solutions for clients using C# and .NET technologies; built and deployed web applications; collaborated with clients to gather requirements and deliver results.

Freelance Software Engineer at Kwame Linx (PTY) Ltd

September 1, 2018 - October 6, 2025

Developed a pet adoption web application; backend in C# with PostgreSQL; frontend in Angular 4; deployed using IIS and ASP.NET Core; worked in Agile environment.

Freelance Software Developer at Inbeleza

January 1, 2018 - October 6, 2025

Developed and implemented a management information system (Vanilla JavaScript frontend, C# ASP.NET MVC 5 backend); improved online presence with WordPress; trained staff and supported IT department setup.