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Edzani Bruce Mutemula

Software Engineer

Pretoria, South Africa

ABOUT

Lifelong learner and engineer specializing in user-focused solutions at the intersection of software, data, and blockchain. Expertise in designing analytics dashboards, preparing data for computer-vision models, and developing smart contracts for decentralized applications. Proven ability to transform complex problems into streamlined workflows while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Committed to exploring new tools and frameworks to create reliable and maintainable systems.

SKILLS

Python frameworks (Flask, Django)Solidity and Web3.pyNode.js and Express.jsHTML5 development
Blockchain development (Ethereum, Algorand)Smart contract integrationBlockchain networks (Sepolia, Polygon)
RESTful APIsDatabase management (SQLite, MongoDB)SQL proficiency
Data analytics (Excel, Power BI)Data visualization techniquesData annotation tools (CVAT, Labelbox)
Figma designVersion control (Git, GitHub)Agile methodologies
Help desk support

EXPERIENCE

Blockchain Software Engineer

2025-03 - Present

CSIR • Pretoria, South Africa

Blockchain Software Engineer developing decentralized applications with smart contracts and blockchain integrations. • Developed Song Registry DApp using Flask, Web3.py, and MetaMask, deployed on Sepolia. • Created multiple Algorand-based song registries demonstrating Blockchain-as-a-Service integrations. • Implemented proof-of-concept for prescription anchoring with webhook-driven asynchronous processing. • Showcased zero-value transactions through Algorand Song Registry v3.

Data Annotator

2024-09 - 2025-02

mLab Southern Africa • Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa

Data Annotator preparing and validating datasets for computer vision projects. • Secured 3rd place at Google Developer Group Hackathon for a government document summarizer project with integrated speech support. • Prepared and validated datasets for computer vision projects using CVAT and Labelbox. • Annotated plant leaves across multiple disease classes to enhance drone detection models for early identification. • Achieved CompTIA Data+ certification while applying analytics skills to real-world projects.

Data Analytics Intern

2023-08 - 2024-07

UVU Africa • Johannesburg, South Africa

Data Analytics Intern developing interactive dashboards and automating data processing workflows. • Developed interactive dashboards and reports with Excel and Power BI to convert business questions into measurable KPIs. • Automated data processing and created prototypes using Python in Google Colab.

IT Systems Technician & Web Design

2021-12 - 2022-10

University of Venda • Thohoyandou, Limpopo, South Africa

IT Systems Technician providing help desk support and managing hardware and software throughout device lifecycle. • Resolved help-desk tickets and conducted remote troubleshooting for software updates and migrations. • Installed, configured, and maintained hardware and software throughout device lifecycle. • Managed asset control by issuing laptops and tablets while recording user/device details to enhance traceability.

EDUCATION

Tshwane University of Technology

- 2022-04

National Diploma in Information Technology (Software Development)