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Building Full Stack Solutions That Power National-Scale Platforms
I architect and deliver end-to-end solutions — from frontend interfaces to backend APIs and cloud infrastructure — with 10 years of hands-on experience.
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Inside My Technical Core
I'm a Senior Full Stack Developer and Software Engineer with 10 years of hands-on experience designing, developing, and delivering end-to-end solutions — from frontend applications to backend APIs and cloud infrastructure.
As the first employee and technical lead at Droppa — a national logistics platform — I architected and delivered the core API infrastructure that powers deliveries nationwide, integrating payment gateways, e-commerce platforms, courier services, and cloud-native services.
I bring deep expertise in Java/Spring Boot, React, Node.js, AWS cloud services, Docker containerisation, and CI/CD automation, combined with strong leadership in mentoring developers, conducting architecture reviews, and translating business requirements into reliable technical solutions.
50+
APIs Integrated
6+
Cloud Migrations
2
Industry Awards
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My Expertise
Frontend & Mobile Development
- React, Angular & Next.js web applications
- iOS & Android mobile apps (Swift, Ionic)
- Responsive UI design & implementation
- State management & component architecture
- Google Maps, Firebase & push notifications
- App Store & Play Store deployment
- Performance optimisation & accessibility
Backend & API Development
- RESTful API design, development & deployment
- Microservices architecture (event-driven, domain-driven)
- Java/Spring Boot & Node.js/Express backends
- API security: OAuth2, JWT, API Gateways
- Third-party integrations (PayFast, Shopify, Netcash, Vodapay)
- Webhook, callback & SOAP implementations
- Database design (MongoDB, DynamoDB, SQL)
Cloud & DevOps
- AWS (CDK, SNS, Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, ECS, API Gateway, EC2)
- Docker containerisation & orchestration
- CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins)
- Nginx reverse proxy & load balancing
- Cloud migrations (Hetzner → AWS)
- MongoDB Atlas migration & management
- Linux server administration & monitoring
Technical Leadership
- System architecture & solution design
- Code reviews & mentoring developers
- Agile/Scrum facilitation & sprint planning
- Technical interviews & recruitment
- Release management & deployment processes
- Technical documentation & API specifications
- Cross-functional stakeholder collaboration
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Technologies I Work With
Languages & Frameworks
Cloud & Infrastructure
DevOps & Tools
Messaging
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My Journey
Intermediate System Architect / Senior API Developer
Droppa · Centurion / Woodmead
- Architected full system migration from standalone servers to AWS cloud infrastructure
- Designed and implemented AWS API Gateway as central entry point for all platform APIs
- Led migration from self-hosted MongoDB to MongoDB Atlas
- Implemented event-driven architecture using AWS SNS for microservice communication
- Managed system backups, disaster recovery planning, and infrastructure governance
Senior Developer / Technical Team Lead
Droppa · Centurion / Woodmead
- Designed and developed the core RESTful API layer (Spring Boot/Java) powering the logistics platform
- Implemented secure API authentication using JWT, OAuth2, and RBAC
- Established CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions for automated testing and deployment
- Containerised all API services using Docker and Docker Compose
- Mentored junior developers on RESTful principles and engineering best practices
Intermediate Developer
Droppa · Midrand / Centurion
- Developed RESTful API endpoints for driver allocation, route optimisation, and real-time tracking
- Managed server infrastructure (Nginx, JBoss Wildfly) and resolved integration failures
- Implemented webhook receivers for third-party payment and delivery callbacks
- Chaired scrum meetings and facilitated technical interviews
Junior Developer
Droppa · Midrand
- Developed mobile applications (iOS/Angular) consuming RESTful APIs
- Integrated Google Maps, Places, and Distance Matrix APIs for location services
- Implemented Firebase Cloud Messaging for push notifications
- Deployed applications to Google Play Store and Apple App Store
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Achievements & Awards
Industry Recognition
Best Enterprise Solution
FNB Business Innovation Awards
2025Most Jobs Created
Telkom Future Makers
2024Education
Diploma in Software Development
IIE Rosebank College · 2015
Professional Development
AI & Prompt Engineering
Udemy · 2024
AWS Cloud Workshop
Rentech, Woodmead · 2022
Swift UI Development
Udemy · 2022
Spring Boot Advanced
Udemy · 2021
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Let's Work Together
Whether you need full stack development, system architecture, or technical leadership — I'd love to hear about your project.
10+
Years Experience