Katlego Magoro

Experience

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  WSU - Walter Sisulu University

  Mar 2020 - Mar 2021

  Social Secretary for the IT Department Committee

  • Actively involved in the formation and development of the How to Walter Sisulu In IT Society at Walter Sisulu University Komani Campus as a Social Secretary.• Assisted the President and board of directors in planning and executing social events, facilitating committee meetings, and maintaining a positive image for the society and IT department within the student community.• Developed skills in teamwork, communication, leadership, organization, and management through these experiences.• Keen to further develop these skills in future professional opportunities. Show less

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  : Pan African Information, Communication Technology Association (PAICTA) Hackathons

  Sept 2021 - Sept 2021

  Project and team leader

  • Assisting with resolving roadblocks• Connecting resources• Keeping track of team's plans, progress, obstacles, and workarounds• Presenting project ideas to judging panels at Hackathon• Monitoring progress of the The ProjectTeam received 2nd place out of 20 teams at the Hackathon

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  East London Industrial Developmental Zone Science and Technology Park Incubation Program

  Nov 2021 - Oct 2022

  Research Project Coordinator

  • Worked as Project Research Coordinator at East London Industrial Developmental Zone Science and Technology Park Incubation Program• Provided technical support and conducted data analysis for a winning app• Contributed to app's efficient and effective functioning and solution's improvement through research-based and data-driven decision making• Duties included conducting data analysis, providing technical support, and assisting with project documentation• Acquired valuable skills in technical support and data analysis, and reinforced foundation in these areas• App was identified as one of the most successful projects by leadership team• Committed to ongoing learning and professional development to excel in career. Show less

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  Samsung Innovation Campus

  Aug 2022 - Dec 2022

  Software Developer Trainee

  • Participated in Samsung Innovation Campus Cohort Beneficiary program with Walter Sisulu University• Contributed to problem-solving in AI, IoT, and big data• Developed skills in Python programming and data analysis• Completed a project analyzing the effects of loadshedding on the South African economy using Python, Pandas, NumPy, and web crawling• Project resulted in 15% increase in efficiency and was highly praised• Acquired skills and expertise to excel in technology industry and make an impact in the field. Show less

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  Expleo Group

  Apr 2023 - now

  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement software solutions aligned with Expleo business objectives.Engage in full-stack development, utilising a combination of front-end and back-end technologies to deliver comprehensive enterprise solutions.Drive the entire software development lifecycle, from requirement analysis and design through to testing, deployment, and maintenance.Employ best practices in enterprise development to ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of software applications.Actively participate in code reviews, debugging, testing, and troubleshooting to maintain code quality and resolve any issues promptly.Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously enhance skills and contribute to innovative solutions. Show less • Actively contribute to quality assurance and software testing initiatives as a Software Quality Engineer Intern at Expleo Group.• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless delivery of high-quality software products.• Execute and automate intricate test cases, utilizing advanced tools such as Java Selenium, Rest Assured, and Robot Framework. This automation enhances testing efficiency while maintaining a high level of accuracy.• Engage in Agile development methodologies, participating in iterative sprints to ensure a comprehensive testing process.• Proactively identify and meticulously address software defects, bolstering product reliability and optimizing user experience. Show less

  • Associate Developer - Software and Data Engineering

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Software Test Engineer Intern

    Apr 2023 - Mar 2024