SOFTWARE_ENGINEER: AVAILABLE

Manqoba Ngubeni

Software Developer with 3+ years building enterprise software across C#/.NET, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, React Native, Next.js, Java Spring Boot, and Python APIs.

3+ Years Enterprise C# / .NET Web API Blazor / .NET MAUI JavaScript / TypeScript React / React Native / Next.js Spring Boot / FastAPI / Django

Manqoba Ngubeni

Software Developer · Kempton Park, South Africa

Software Developer with 3+ years of experience building and supporting enterprise software across backend, frontend, mobile, and integration-focused environments. Strong in C#/.NET Web API, Blazor, .NET MAUI, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, React Native, Next.js, Java Spring Boot, and Python API development with FastAPI and Django. Hands-on experience improving service reliability, designing robust data flows, and delivering user-focused solutions in Agile teams.

Additional exposure to AI and machine learning through an honours research project in deep learning and the development of AI-driven applications.

Enterprise Engineering

3+ years building billing systems, APIs, and mobile solutions at iOCO and CSG International.

API & Integration

Subject matter expert for API integrations connecting mobile apps, USSD platforms, and enterprise systems.

Delivery & Impact

Reduced critical system downtime by 40%. Consistently delivers sprint work ahead of schedule.

> STATUS: OPEN_TO_OPPORTUNITIES

> LOC: KEMPTON_PARK_ZA / REMOTE_READY

> ROLE: SOFTWARE_DEVELOPER / C#_NET / FULLSTACK_API_DEV

Software Engineer — iOCO

AUG 2025 – PRESENT

C# · .NET Web API · Blazor · .NET MAUI · SQL · REST APIs

Improved backend service performance by refactoring heavy API endpoints and introducing pagination and API splitting for larger datasets.
Optimised critical enterprise queries by moving complex business logic into SQL stored procedures, reducing application overhead.
Developed web and cross-platform mobile solutions using Blazor and .NET MAUI for field engineers to monitor OT infrastructure remotely.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, reliable, and maintainable C#/.NET solutions.

Junior–Mid Software Engineer — CSG International

FEB 2023 – AUG 2025

C# · JavaScript · Python · Oracle SQL · CI/CD

Built and customised billing and revenue management solutions in a production enterprise environment.
Served as subject matter expert for API integrations, improving connectivity with mobile apps and USSD platforms.
Reduced critical system downtime by 40% through proactive troubleshooting, testing, and CI/CD pipeline optimisation.
Consistently delivered sprint work ahead of schedule, supporting Agile team goals and client satisfaction.

Software Development Tutor — University of Johannesburg

FEB – NOV 2022

C# · Python · Algorithms · OOP

Delivered interactive lessons on programming concepts, strengthening students' foundations in software development.
Guided hands-on work in algorithms, object-oriented programming, and practical software problem-solving.

System Software Tutor — University of Johannesburg

JUN – NOV 2022

Linux · Windows · Cloud · System Architecture

Supported students in Linux and Windows system architecture, with emphasis on hardware, software, and cloud services integration.
Facilitated workshops that improved practical understanding of system design and operating environments.

BCom Honours in Information Systems

University of Johannesburg · Jan 2024 – Jun 2025

Research: Plant Disease Detection Using Deep Learning

Advanced Diploma in Business IT

University of Johannesburg · Jan 2023 – Dec 2023

70% Average

Diploma in Business IT

University of Johannesburg · Jan 2020 – Dec 2022

🏆 2nd Year Best Software Project Award

Certifications

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Machine Learning A-Z: AI, Python & R Ionic React Git and GitHub C# Programming Course The Complete JavaScript Course Python to Interact with the OS

> APPROACH: PROJECT-LED_LEARNING

> FOUNDATION: BUSINESS_IT + APPLIED_SOFTWARE_ENGINEERING

> NEXT: CONTINUED_ENTERPRISE_GROWTH

Languages & Frameworks

C#

.NET

.NET Web API

Blazor

.NET MAUI

JavaScript

TypeScript

Python

Java

Spring Boot

React

React Native

Next.js

FastAPI

Django

Node.js

HTML5

CSS3

Tailwind

Data, Cloud & Platforms

PostgreSQL

SQL Server

Oracle

Supabase

Firebase

AWS

Docker

Linux

Tools & Integration

Git

GitHub

Postman

Swagger

JSON

Visual Studio

AI & Analytics

TensorFlow

Keras

scikit-learn

Pandas

NumPy

Jupyter

Languages & Frameworks

C#

.NET

JavaScript

TypeScript

Python

Node.js

React

Java

HTML5

CSS3

API & Integration

REST APIs

Web API Dev

Integration

API Perf

JSON

Postman

Data & Databases

SQL

PostgreSQL

MS SQL

Oracle SQL

Stored Procs

Engineering Practices

Agile

CI/CD

Git

Code Review

Testing

Security

Platforms & Tools

AWS Cloud

Docker

Linux

.NET MAUI

AI & Analytics

Deep Learning

Supervised ML

AI Products

01_CAREERCRUZ

IN BUILD · SA YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES

Next.js React TypeScript .NET API PostgreSQL Docker

CareerCruz is an opportunity platform I started in late 2025 to help South African youth find jobs, bursaries, courses, and career information more easily. Current build includes swipe-style job interest and chat-style candidate search.

02_CURA_APP

AI · HEALTHCARE

React Native Qwen2.5-0.5B-Instruct.Q4_K_M FastAPI AWS EC2/S3 PostgreSQL

An intelligent telemedicine app helping users identify health issues and get recommendations for natural home remedies and herbs using AI.

03_RESGETIT

MARKETPLACE

React Pure CSS Java Spring Boot Postgres Docker S3 EC2

A student business platform where entrepreneurs can sell snacks, essentials, and services directly to peers safely within their campus residence.

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SA Youth Opportunity Platform - Production Build In Progress

CareerCruz is a platform I started in late 2025 to help South African youth find jobs, bursaries, courses, and career information more easily. It is still in active build toward production.

> STATUS: ACTIVE_BUILD / PRODUCTION_TARGET

> STARTED: LATE_2025

> PURPOSE: HELP_SA_YOUTH_FIND_OPPORTUNITIES

/// PRODUCT_HIGHLIGHTS

Swipe-Style Job Interest

Candidates can quickly choose jobs they like from recruiter posts, giving recruiters a direct signal of interest.

Chat-Style Candidate Search

Recruiters can search for potential candidates using natural language, similar to asking a smart assistant.

Opportunity Hub

Jobs, bursaries, courses, companies, and career content are brought together in one youth-focused experience.

Production-Minded Build

The project shows full-stack delivery, product thinking, and a practical path toward a real business launch.

/// HIGH_LEVEL_STACK

Next.js React TypeScript Tailwind CSS .NET API PostgreSQL Docker

/// BUILD_FOCUS

Clean, responsive journeys for candidates, recruiters, and admins.
Trust, moderation, reliability, and maintainable workflows.
A product foundation prepared for a real production launch.

/// SCREENSHOT_TOUR

A look at the current product screens as the platform moves toward production.

*Scroll horizontally to view all 46 CareerCruz screenshots.

AI-Driven Telemedicine & Herb Recommendation Platform

Cura is a smart telemedicine app that helps you identify health issues and recommends natural home remedies and herbs. If your symptoms appear severe, the AI advises you to seek medical help. Within the app, you can also locate the nearest stores selling the exact herbs you need. Try it out with the Demo Login below!

/// FEATURES & LOGIN

Intelligent AI Diagnosis checking your symptoms.
Natural herb and detailed home remedy recommendations.
Find local stores selling exactly what you need.

Demo Login:
Email: testuser@gmail.com
Password: Test@1234

/// TECH & SKILLS USED

React Native Qwen2.5-0.5B-Instruct.Q4_K_M FastAPI PostgreSQL AWS EC2 / S3

/// APP_SCREENSHOTS

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Campus Residence Business Platform

More than just a marketplace, Resgetit is a platform built for student entrepreneurs. Whether selling late-night snacks, essentially daily items, tech gadgets, or offering services like hair braiding, students can set up a storefront to sell to their peers. It exclusively serves campus residences, meaning when you order, the seller delivers the items right to your room door!

/// FEATURES

Open your own student storefront and start making profits.
Order products or book services directly from other students.
Exclusive to campus residences with direct room-to-room delivery.

Demo Login:
Email: demo.tester@resgetit.co.za
Password: ResgetitDemo2026!

/// TECH & SKILLS USED

React Pure CSS Java Spring Boot PostgreSQL S3 & EC2 Docker

Fullstack Development
API Design & Systems Integration
Database & SQL Optimization
Cloud Deployment (EC2/S3)

/// APP_SCREENSHOTS

*Scroll horizontally to view all app features.

Open to software engineering, mid-level, and developer roles. Strong in C#/.NET Web API, Blazor, .NET MAUI, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, React Native, Next.js, Java Spring Boot, and Python API development with FastAPI and Django.

EMAIL mqngubeni@gmail.com LINKEDIN >>> GITHUB >>> PHONE +27 64 321 6072

> LOC: KEMPTON_PARK, SOUTH_AFRICA

> DESIGN: Designed and Inspired by Manqoba

> RESPONSE_MODE: CLEAR_AND_FAST

Manqoba Ngubeni

/// ABOUT_ME

/// EXPERIENCE_LOG

Software Engineer — iOCO

Junior–Mid Software Engineer — CSG International

Software Development Tutor — University of Johannesburg

System Software Tutor — University of Johannesburg

/// EDUCATION

BCom Honours in Information Systems

Advanced Diploma in Business IT

Diploma in Business IT

Certifications

/// TECH_STACK

/// PROJECTS

01_CAREERCRUZ

02_CURA_APP

03_RESGETIT

/// CAREERCRUZ_PROJECT_DETAILS

/// PRODUCT_HIGHLIGHTS

Swipe-Style Job Interest

Chat-Style Candidate Search

Opportunity Hub

Production-Minded Build

/// HIGH_LEVEL_STACK

/// BUILD_FOCUS

/// SCREENSHOT_TOUR

/// CURA_APP_DETAILS

/// FEATURES & LOGIN

/// TECH & SKILLS USED

/// APP_SCREENSHOTS

/// RESGETIT_PROJECT_DETAILS

/// FEATURES

/// TECH & SKILLS USED

/// APP_SCREENSHOTS

/// CONNECT