I am an accomplished Software Engineer with extensive experience in .NET development and microservices, currently working at Betway Africa. I have a strong background in improving data processing throughput, optimizing workflows, and enhancing database performance, always striving to deliver efficient and high-quality solutions. With a solid track record from various companies, including DPD Laser and BluWave Software, I am passionate about leveraging modern technologies like Akka.NET, RabbitMQ, Docker, and Kubernetes to build scalable applications. I enjoy collaborating with teams and solving complex technical challenges to improve system efficiency and user satisfaction.

Simphiwe Nkosi

I am an accomplished Software Engineer with extensive experience in .NET development and microservices, currently working at Betway Africa. I have a strong background in improving data processing throughput, optimizing workflows, and enhancing database performance, always striving to deliver efficient and high-quality solutions. With a solid track record from various companies, including DPD Laser and BluWave Software, I am passionate about leveraging modern technologies like Akka.NET, RabbitMQ, Docker, and Kubernetes to build scalable applications. I enjoy collaborating with teams and solving complex technical challenges to improve system efficiency and user satisfaction.

Available to hire

I am an accomplished Software Engineer with extensive experience in .NET development and microservices, currently working at Betway Africa. I have a strong background in improving data processing throughput, optimizing workflows, and enhancing database performance, always striving to deliver efficient and high-quality solutions.

With a solid track record from various companies, including DPD Laser and BluWave Software, I am passionate about leveraging modern technologies like Akka.NET, RabbitMQ, Docker, and Kubernetes to build scalable applications. I enjoy collaborating with teams and solving complex technical challenges to improve system efficiency and user satisfaction.

See more

Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
See more

Work Experience

Software Engineer at Betway Africa
September 1, 2024 - Present
Increased data processing throughput by over 30% by engineering a high-concurrency actor-based backend system using Akka.NET and RabbitMQ. Streamlined business logic execution using ELSA Workflows, reducing code complexity and cutting manual process intervention by 50%. Improved database performance by optimizing complex SQL queries and stored procedures, cutting report generation time from minutes to seconds.
Software Engineer at DPD Laser
September 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Developed and enhanced multiple microservices, optimizing efficiency and scalability in logistics operations using .Net 8, Vue, and PSQL. Utilized technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, and RESTful APIs to ensure robust and maintainable service architectures. Managed the upkeep of a mobile application catering to the needs of over 1,000 users. Resolved complex technical issues and guided teams through best practices, contributing to a 20% reduction in technical support requests and improved stakeholder satisfaction.
Intermediate Software Engineer at BluWave Software
September 1, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Integrated third-party APIs to enhance functionality and convenience for existing clients, streamlining workflows using Office 365 Exchange API. Assisted in improving the user interface, enhancing the visual appeal and user experience of the company's website and applications using tools such as DevExpress, Bootstrap. Implemented mobile responsive features, ensuring optimal performance and accessibility across various devices, which increased mobile traffic by 40%. Delivered regular updates on project deadlines, designs, and enhancements, ensuring clear communication and alignment with team goals using project management tools like Jira.
Junior Software Engineer at BitVenture
November 30, 2019 - August 1, 2025
Enhanced facial verification service, improving both liveness and non-liveness facial detection algorithms, resulting in a 10% increase in detection accuracy and enhanced user security. Improved and maintained a critical currency conversion system used in Congo, ensuring accurate and reliable exchange rates using latest technologies like C#, .Net Framework, and Node. Embraced new software development practices including code reviews and pair programming to ensure high code quality and knowledge sharing.
Junior Software Engineer at Ntsele Global Technologies
February 28, 2019 - August 1, 2025
Performed industry best practices to design and develop a high-performance Point-Of-Sale mobile application using Android, implementing user-friendly interfaces that led to a 30% increase in user satisfaction. Contributed to the full development lifecycle of a complex medical desktop application, including requirements gathering, coding, testing, and deployment using C# and .NET. Conducted nationwide travel to present software solutions to potential clients, effectively communicating technical details and benefits. Organised a contract worth over R500,000 by demonstrating the application’s value and addressing client-specific needs using Android and SQLite technologies.
Software Engineer at Betway Africa
September 1, 2024 - Present
Increased data processing throughput by over 30% by engineering a high-concurrency actor-based backend system using Akka.NET and RabbitMQ. Streamlined business logic execution using ELSA Workflows, reducing code complexity and cutting manual process intervention by 50%. Improved database performance by optimizing complex SQL queries and stored procedures, cutting report generation time from minutes to seconds.
Software Engineer at DPD Laser
September 30, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Developed and enhanced multiple microservices, optimizing efficiency and scalability in logistics operations using .Net 8, Vue, and PSQL. Utilized technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, and RESTful APIs to ensure robust and maintainable service architectures. Managed the upkeep of a mobile application catering to the needs of over 1,000 users. Resolved complex technical issues and guided teams through best practices, contributing to a 20% reduction in technical support requests and improved stakeholder satisfaction.
Intermediate Software Engineer at BluWave Software
September 30, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Integrated third-party APIs to enhance functionality and convenience for existing clients, streamlining workflows using Office 365 Exchange API. Assisted in improving the user interface, enhancing the visual appeal and user experience of the company's website and applications using tools such as DevExpress and Bootstrap. Implemented mobile responsive features, ensuring optimal performance and accessibility across various devices, which increased mobile traffic by 40%. Delivered regular updates on project deadlines, designs, and enhancements using Jira.
Junior Software Engineer at BitVenture
November 30, 2019 - August 1, 2025
Enhanced facial verification service, improving both liveness and non-liveness facial detection algorithms with a 10% increase in detection accuracy, reducing false positives and enhancing security. Improved and maintained a critical currency conversion system used in Congo, ensuring accurate and reliable exchange rates using C#, .Net Framework, and Node. Adopted new development practices including code reviews and pair programming to improve code quality and knowledge sharing.
Junior Software Engineer at Ntsele Global Technologies
February 28, 2019 - August 1, 2025
Designed and developed a high-performance Point-Of-Sale mobile application using Android with user-friendly interfaces, leading to a 30% increase in user satisfaction. Contributed to the full development lifecycle of a complex medical desktop application, including requirements gathering, coding, testing, and deployment using C# and .NET. Conducted nationwide travel to present software solutions to potential clients, securing a contract worth over R500,000 by demonstrating the application's value and addressing client-specific needs using Android and SQLite.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) at Unisa, Pretoria, South Africa
January 1, 2028 - January 1, 2028
Higher Certificate at Pearson Institute of Higher Education, Bedfordview, Gauteng
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Matric bachelor's degree at Christians' Brothers College, Boksburg, Gauteng
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) at Unisa, Pretoria, South Africa
January 1, 2028 - August 1, 2025
Higher Certificate at Pearson Institute of Higher Education, Bedfordview, Gauteng
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Matric bachelor's degree at Christians' Brothers College, Boksburg, Gauteng
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015

Qualifications

AWS Certified Developer - Associate
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
AWS Certified Developer - Associate
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Gaming, Transportation & Logistics, Financial Services, Healthcare