katlegothatguy
Software Developer
I am a versatile software engineer with multi-framework expertise spanning modern web tech stacks (Next.js, React, TypeScript) and native mobile development (Kotlin, Java). My engineering background centers on data security, real-time API integrations, and building high-performance client architectures from scratch. I am looking to apply my mobile and web expertise to teams building the future of mobile Web3 and decentralized applications.
What I’ve Done:
- Mobile Software Engineering: Developed native mobile applications using Kotlin and the Java Android SDK, integrating real-time availability systems, geolocation tracking, and asynchronous database services via Firebase.
- Data Visualization & Monitoring: Engineered EcoPulse, a native Android dashboard tracking real-time analytics, footprint metrics, and interactive tracking utilities.
- Secure Web Architecture: Built Medi-Match AI and Pre-School Website Demo, implementing custom secure admin dashboards, type-safe clinical engines, and real-time content management tools backed by Appwrite collections.
- Enterprise Code Delivery: Managed multi-client software projects as an Intermediate Developer using agile methodologies, CI/CD toolsets (Azure DevOps), and version control to ensure on-time deployment.
Experience: 4 years
Yearly salary: $40,000
Hourly rate: $65
Nationality: 🇿🇦 South Africa
Residency: 🇿🇦 South Africa
Experience
Intermediate Software Developer
Futures Tech Group 2022 - 2024
Designed and implemented responsive web and mobile applications using React, Next.js, and Firebase, improving client engagement by 25%. Collaborated with marketing and product teams to develop digital assets and branding materials aligned with brand strategy. Managed multiple client projects using Git and Azure DevOps to ensure on-time delivery. Developed RESTful APIs and integrated backend systems with Appwrite and Firebase for dynamic web functionality.
Graphic Designer
Freelance & Consultation 2020 - 2022
Created web and mobile app designs enhancing user experience and increasing engagement by 20%. Led website redesign, resulting in a 30% boost in web traffic and improved customer feedback. Conducted client presentations, gathered feedback, and refined designs to meet client expectations.
Skills
android
api
backend
c-sharp
css
firebase
front-end
full-stack
java
javascript
kotlin
network-engineer
nextjs
node
php
python
react
smart-contract
solidity
sql
typescript
work-from-home
english