Data scientist/engineer and software engineer
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I am a versatile software developer and data scientist specializing in end-to-end data pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and edge AI applications. My technical foundation includes deep expertise in Python as well as experience with C, and Java. I have extensive experience with leading machine learning frameworks like PyTorch and TensorFlow.
With a proven track record, I excel at driving workstreams , deploying models and managing complex backend cloud environments using AWS, Azure, and Terraform. Beyond technical implementation, I bring strong strategic capabilities, including successfully negotiating complex product requirements directly with international clients and global regulatory bodies.
Klar Insights (July 2025 - Present) Worked as a Data Scientist focusing on returns modeling before transitioning to a Data Engineering role. Currently responsible for data transformation pipelines and model integration utilizing Redis and Clickhouse servers.
Voxcroft Analytics (March 2024 - June 2025) Served as a backend software developer managing data collection, processing, and storage. Acted as a cloud infrastructure specialist to ensure adherence to industry best practices.
Praelexis (December 2022 - February 2024) Worked as a Data Scientist on computer vision, vehicle tracking, and credit risk modeling projects utilizing AWS, Azure Machine Learning, and DataBricks. Additionally, spent four months as a contracted Machine Learning Engineer integrating directly with a major South African bank's team.
Cloudline (August 2019 - November 2022) Acted as an early-stage employee and Computer Vision Engineering Lead, developing collision avoidance and obstacle detection for an autonomous airship. Trained models using AWS, deployed systems on edge devices, and negotiated product requirements with international clients and Civil Aviation Authorities
Masters degree in Computer Science from Stellenbosch University