Experience
My professional journey — from technical support to engineering production-grade systems across infrastructure, software, and automation.
2024 – Present
Systems & Automation Engineer
North West University
Bridging infrastructure reliability with software engineering. Architecting automation solutions, managing identity systems, and building full-stack applications across multiple campuses.
- Architected containerized server environments using Docker and Nginx, optimizing internal service delivery
- Built Power Platform automation reducing credential provisioning from minutes to under 15 seconds
- Designed enterprise file submission system with structured storage, governance, and Power BI analytics
- Integrated Authentik SSO with LDAP directory for centralized identity lifecycle management
2023 – 2024
IT Technical Support
North West University
Provided technical support across Potchefstroom campus while identifying opportunities for process automation and infrastructure improvement.
- Diagnosed and resolved hardware and software issues across enterprise environment
- Identified operational bottlenecks and deployed automated scripts to streamline workflows
- Supported IT Service Delivery across 3 campuses with data-driven incident management
2022 – Present
Full-Stack Developer (Freelance)
Self-Employed
Building production-grade web applications, mobile apps, and infrastructure solutions for various clients and open-source projects.
- Built PractiOS — full healthcare practice management system with RBAC and multi-branch support
- Developed Spectre Pantheon — enterprise CRM/PSA with custom auth, calendar, and Gantt charts
- Created RonTrams — 3-app shuttle platform with real-time tracking and payment processing
- Deployed 10+ applications using Docker, Nginx, and CI/CD pipelines across multiple servers