EXPERIENCE
Twenty years, seven roles.
Support desk to solutions architect — the long way, on purpose. Recent roles first.
2017 – PRESENT
Nanotech Computers
CURRENT
Founder | Software Engineer
Swift · SwiftUI · watchOS · .NET · SignalR · DynamoDB · Next.js · AWS · Cloudflare · Terraform
—Registered the studio in 2017 and have built through it on and off ever since — open-source work, client projects and mobile apps alongside full-time roles.
—Shipped three native SwiftUI apps to the App Store: Simply Read (guided reading with on-device ARKit eye tracking), Word Challenge (unlimited word game with real-time multiplayer), and Simply Track (period tracker with watchOS companion, HealthKit and CloudKit sync, seven locales).
—Built the Word Challenge multiplayer backend on .NET 9 minimal APIs, SignalR, and DynamoDB, deployed to AWS Lightsail via GitHub Actions.
2020 – 2024
Entelect
Senior Software Engineer | Solutions Architect
Angular · .NET Core · Azure · AWS ECS · Redis · Microservices · CI/CD · MSSQL
—Directed launch of Ninety One's Direct Investor platform, generating significant revenue in year one.
—Modernised Apex platform through feature upgrades, refactoring, and performance tuning.
—Automated manual processes at Easy Equities, reducing errors and operational overhead.
2017 – 2019
Freshive New Media
Senior Software Engineer | Full-Stack Developer
.NET Core · Angular · Xamarin Forms · PostgreSQL · Salesforce · Docker
—Delivered FixEezi with optimised MVC structure, reducing CSS/JS load and improving load times.
—Built KIA Owners mobile app with Xamarin Forms for iOS and Android.
—Executed full migration of RAM Hand-to-Hand Couriers platform to .NET Core in under a week.
2013 – 2017
Softeqa cc
Senior Software Engineer | .NET & Angular Specialist
C# ASP.NET · Angular · JavaScript · MSSQL · E-Commerce
—Led third-party e-commerce integrations, improving transaction speed and customer experience.
—Migrated legacy applications to newer frameworks, enhancing scalability and maintainability.
—Delivered responsive frontends with Angular and AngularJS.
2009 – 2013
neaMetrics
Technical Support Engineer
C# · MSSQL · WPF · Biometrics
—Boosted database performance by optimising SQL queries and stored procedures.
—Automated daily operational processes with a C# Windows Service, cutting manual labor.
—Created WPF-based user management application, improving efficiency 10x over web version.
2008 – 2009
Nanotech Computers (Early IT Support)
IT Support Specialist
Networking · Windows Server · IT Support
—Installed and maintained SME network cabling and infrastructure.
—Set up an emergency evacuation system at Sasol Nitro.
—Built a loyal client base through personalised IT services.
CORE — Provided hardware/software support for SMEs and individuals. Managed network infrastructure and backup strategies. Delivered training and support on Microsoft technologies.
2006 – 2008
SPT Computers
IT Support Technician
Network Infrastructure · System Administration
—Installed and managed cabling for networks up to 50 endpoints.
—Delivered Microsoft Windows and Office training, reducing support demand.
CORE — Provided hardware/software support for SMEs. Installed OS/software, implemented backup strategies. Maintained small-business network infrastructure.
EDUCATION
Associate's Degree in Computer Science (Partial)University of the People2023 – 2024
Cambridge IGCSE & HIGCSEBrainline Junior University2000 – 2001