Senior Full Stack Developer

Qualifications & Demographic Details

Angus is a Coloured male based in Gauteng. Angus has 19 years of full-stack development experience, 9 of which are commercial. His strongest focus lies in back-end development, but he is equally competent across the full stack.

Development Experience

He has worked across diverse industries including Consulting, SaaS, Healthcare, Insurance, Mining, and Startups. His hands-on technical skills span new development, legacy maintenance, architectural design, API integrations, SDLC implementation, and cloud computing. He is experienced in developing Windows apps, enterprise web applications, and mobile-responsive platforms using MS technologies (C#, Blazor, .NET Core/6/8), PHP (Symfony, Laravel), JavaScript (ReactJS, VueJS), and SQL (MySQL, MSSQL). He adheres to SOLID principles, Domain-Driven Design (DDD), and clean architecture. He has worked on high-volume systems processing up to 50GB per day and has led small tech teams and entrepreneurial ventures with complete ownership of delivery.

Technical Stack

He has commercial experience in the following technologies and tools:

Languages & Frameworks:
C#, Blazor, Razor Pages (MVC), ASP.NET MVC, PHP (Symfony, Laravel), JavaScript (ReactJS, VueJS, jQuery), Python, C (Atmel, Arduino), TypeScript

Databases:
SQL Server (T-SQL), MySQL, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Azure SQL, AWS RDBMS

Web Services & Integration:
RESTful APIs (C# & PHP), WCF, Microservices, SOAP (legacy), Payment Gateway Integrations (PDO Paygate, Nedbank API)

Tools & Platforms:
Azure DevOps, Google Cloud Console, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub CI/CD, NPM, Composer, JIRA, Atmel Studio, Proteus 8, AutoDesk Inventor

Reporting & Data:
Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, SQL Reporting, Pharmaceutical data analysis, Ideal Health Facility reporting

Key Projects & Applications Developed

• Developed a real estate platform with 360° VR tour integration to filter buyers before physical viewings.
• Built a service marketplace enabling customers to obtain multi-provider quotes.
• Created a film installation system with invoicing, quotes, credit notes, and installer management features.
• Delivered a pharmaceutical data analytics solution processing large-scale medical data on Azure.
• Developed hospital reporting systems for public health metrics.
• Built a claims management application for the insurance sector, streamlining non-motor and building claims.
• Designed a mining industry app to track intern training and compliance.
• Created a Banking Learning Centre’s programme management system. ( one of the top four banks)

Strengths & Competencies

• Applies SOLID principles and clean architecture to ensure maintainability and scalability.
• Skilled in systems architecture, applying design patterns to solve common software challenges.
• Experienced in leading teams, both in software development and operations.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise application development and DDD methodologies.
• Proven track record with full SDLC ownership across greenfield and brownfield projects.
• Strong communication skills, capable of client-facing solution design and delivery.
• Highly self-motivated with entrepreneurial experience in building and scaling tech-enabled businesses.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and handle complex multi-system integrations.

Career Summary & Highlights

Position 1:

Insurance Sector / Senior Systems Developer : 2025 to Present
Angus manages and maintains four codebases focused on building and processing insurance claims, including non-motor claims. He’s responsible for C# systems, email automation, export services, microservices, and custom software enhancements that improve customer workflows and security.

Technologies:
C#, PHP, Laravel, Vue.js, Blazor, MS SQL

Position 2:

Consulting / SaaS / Senior Software Developer : 2022 to 2024
Led six full-stack development projects for external clients. Delivered a high-volume incentive management platform processing 45 million daily records. Built tailored software solutions for healthcare and pharma clients, leveraging Azure and SQL for performance and scale.

Technologies:
C#, Microsoft SQL, PHP, Symphony, JavaScript, jQuery

Position 3:

Automotive Services / Director (Entrepreneur) : 2019 to Present
Founded and grew a national window film installation company. Developed a full-service platform automating 90% of the business, increasing efficiency and sales. Managed technicians countrywide and ensured seamless operations.

Position 4:

Various Startups / Independent Developer : 2017 to 2022
Pursued multiple tech ventures including real estate VR tours, service marketplaces, and a mobile dynamometer prototype. Took each startup from concept to execution, including feasibility, UX, software dev, and market research.

Position 5:

Mining Sector / Engineer Trainee : 2014 to 2016
Completed a bursary-linked training programme in Engineering. Acted as Foreman leading teams, engaged in leadership development and cross-functional project planning.

Availability & Salary

Notice Period: 1 month
Salary Expectations: R67 000 gross pm

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