Thulani Moropa
Backend Software Engineer | Python & Django
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About
Python backend developer with 4+ years in production cloud and infrastructure environments, now focused on building REST APIs and database-driven applications with Django and Flask. Experienced in designing RESTful services, working with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL), and writing Python automation that runs in real production systems. Brings a strong operations background in Linux, Git, and CI/CD that translates into writing backend code that is reliable, testable, and easy to deploy.
Currently building independent backend projects (Django REST Framework, JWT auth, role-based access) to complement professional experience, and looking to move into a full-time backend/software engineering role.
Experience
Cloud Support Engineer - SYNAQ - Remote
(2020-05)
- Wrote Python and Bash scripts to automate operational workflows and troubleshooting, reducing manual intervention on recurring issues.
- Investigated and resolved infrastructure, platform, and application issues across Linux-based production cloud environments.
- Worked with large-scale security and email datasets, applying data analysis to identify patterns and improve system effectiveness.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on platform reliability and performance, building familiarity with production deployment practices, monitoring, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Used Git and version control workflows daily to manage scripts, configuration, and documentation.
Service Desk Engineer - IGNITE - On-site/Hybrid
(2016-05 - 2020-04)
- Supported Linux systems, hosted environments, and cloud services, developing a strong operational foundation for backend systems work.
- Diagnosed and resolved technical issues across applications and infrastructure, sharpening debugging and root-cause analysis skills directly applicable to software development.
- Monitored system performance and contributed to process improvements, working cross-functionally with engineering teams.
Education
Diploma - Information Technology - PC Training and Business College
Diploma - DevOps Engineering - Alison
