Analyst/Programmer/Team Leader
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I served as both a team member and team leader for a Software Development Project completed as part of the DS3 and IS3 subjects, which were mandatory requirements for obtaining the National Diploma in Information Technology (ND: IT). The project involved designing an information system for the Umlazi Mall Satellite Police Station in Durban. The project was a significant success.
My responsibilities included requirements gathering and analysis, system design, coding, testing, and implementation, as well as participating in Joint Application Development (JAD) sessions with stakeholders.
Analyst/Programmer/Team Leader - SmartSoft
(2003-05 - 2003-11)
I served as both a team member and team leader for a Software Development Project completed as part of the DS3 and IS3 subjects, which were mandatory requirements for obtaining the National Diploma in Information Technology (ND: IT). The project involved designing an information system for the Umlazi Mall Satellite Police Station in Durban. The project was a significant success.
My responsibilities included requirements gathering and analysis, system design, coding, testing, and implementation, as well as participating in Joint Application Development (JAD) sessions with stakeholders.
Data Capturer/User of ITS System - Durban Institute of Technology
(2004-01 - 2004-02)
I was responsible for capturing student record details in the ITS (Integrated Tertiary Software) Registration System, an Oracle-based platform. My duties included retrieving, updating, and deleting student records while performing various administrative tasks within the system. The system was developed using robust Oracle technologies.
Data Analyst - Gobodo Incorporated KZN
(2004-12 - 2005-07)
I was employed by Gobodo Incorporated and worked on the Sihlangene Consortium Project for the Department of Social Welfare. My responsibilities included capturing, cleansing, analysing, and transforming data to support informed business decisions. I was involved in identifying fraudulent pension grants by extracting and verifying personal information through systems such as SOCPEN, PERSAL, ITC, and Home Affairs.
The project involved collaboration with professionals from several leading accounting and consulting firms, including KPMG, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, Gobodo Incorporated KZN, Chili Mzimela & Company, Ngubane & Co, Siyaya, and others.
Analyst Programmer - Centre for E-Innovation
(2005-09 - 2008-02)
I worked as an Oracle Developer, creating forms and reports using SQL and PL/SQL to develop systems for Human Resource departments. During this time, I gained experience working with Oracle 8i and 9i databases, as well as Oracle 10g Forms and web-based database platforms. In addition, I provided system support and maintenance, ensuring that users were satisfied with the performance and functionality of the systems running on their personal computers.
Analyst Programmer (Oracle Developer) - Truworths Head Office
(2008-03 - 2011-06)
I worked as an Oracle Programmer, where I designed, implemented and maintained Truworths Head Office systems such as Store Finance for retail transactions, Vision for customer accounts, and Fraxion system for CAPEX and OPEX. I supported the daily sales reporting system which provided a detailed statistics on items sold per store countrywide. Additionally, I maintained other business platforms that used Oracle Financials application, providing technical support in modules such as Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), General Ledger (GL), Cash Management (CM), and Human Resources (HR).
During my time at Truworths, I collaborated with auditors, finance managers, team leaders, and fellow programmers, gaining exposure to other systems developed in languages such as Java and ASP.NET, which significantly enhanced my technical skills. I also provided support to the end-users and participated in after-hours standby for incident management.
Senior Oracle Developer - Odirile IT Holdings (PTY) LTD
(2011-06 - 2011-11)
Senior PL/SQL Developer - MTN (PTY) LTD
(2011-12 - 2013-10)
I worked with the Software Innovation Prepaid Team, where my responsibilities included supporting prepaid systems using Oracle technologies. I managed prepaid transaction data such as Call Detail Records (CDRs) and Event Detail Records (EDRs) within prepaid systems, working across various programs including MTNZone, USSD, and SDP. I supported and maintained PPMED application interfaces by developing and maintaining Oracle packages and procedures, as well as scheduling database jobs, all within a Linux environment.
I also contributed to the Inbiller Reward Program, a Marketing Department initiative that rewards prepaid subscribers with airtime or points based on their spending. This role required close collaboration with Project Managers, system designers, and stakeholders across multiple systems.
Senior Oracle Developer - Avon /Justine (PTY) LTD
(2013-11 - 2014-06)
I was responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining database solutions using Oracle technologies. This includes writing, testing, and optimizing SQL queries, PL/SQL procedures, functions, and packages, as well as troubleshooting and resolving database-related issues. Monitoring database performance, tune queries for efficiency, and ensure data integrity and security.
Daily work scheduling and managing jobs, handling data migrations and integrations, reviewing and debugging code, and supporting application interfaces. Often collaborated with business analysts, other developers, and stakeholders to understand requirements, implement enhancements, and ensure systems run smoothly in production environments.
Senior Oracle Developer - Afrocentric Technologies (PTY) LTD
(2014-07)
I am currently employed at Medscheme – Helios ITS, where I am assigned to the Membership Team, responsible for managing membership and finance-related activities. As a Senior Developer on the team, I oversee various medical aid schemes, including Government Employees Medical Scheme, Bonitas Medical Fund, Fedhealth, Polmed, and SAMWUMED, ensuring that they operate efficiently within the Nexus system. My role involves providing solutions and enhancements to improve the current Nexus application.
I have been involved in several large-scale business initiatives, including the SAMWUMED take-on project, where I served as the lead developer responsible for integrating the entire scheme into the Medscheme administration environment. This included migrating data into our systems and implementing business rules to ensure seamless operation within the Nexus platform. Following the success of this project, I was assigned to the Polmed take-on initiative, where I continue to play a key role in ensuring the effective management of membership-related processes.
I have also contributed to the Fedhealth Medivault Wallet project and Bonitas 2026 take-on project, on an annual basis, I am responsible
Lead Oracle Developer - Afrocentric Technologies (PTY) LTD
(2014-07)
My day-to-day responsibilities include designing and implementing system enhancements, developing and maintaining Oracle Packages, Procedures, Forms, and Reports, and providing technical solutions to support business operations. I also represent my supervisor in management meetings when required and am responsible for approving system changes before deployment to production environments. I work closely with business stakeholders to understand their requirements and deliver effective solutions that meet business expectations.
I collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Bachelor's Degree - Information Technology - Durban University of Technology (D.I.T)
Certificate - Auditing Information Systems - University of Witswatersrand (Wits)
Honors Degree - Computer Science - University of South Africa (Unisa)
Training - Oracle Skills Development Training - Oracle University – Global Bits Thuta (Somerset West)
