Fortune Ntando Khali
@fortunentandokhali
Senior Developer and Software Engineer with extensive IT and finance experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned IT and finance professional with a proven track record in various roles, including Lead Product Engineer at Absa Bank Limited and Software Engineer at Standard Bank Group. My expertise spans development, batch support, incident management, and leading junior engineers. I excel in major projects and have a strong adaptability to strategic contributions.
Proficient in languages such as JCL, Cobol, and Hogan Core Banking software, I have successfully transitioned to Agile methodologies, earning certification as a Disciplined Agilist. My academic achievements and certifications complement my results-oriented approach, enabling me to deliver effective solutions across diverse projects.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Software Engineer
ANZ Bank
Feb 2025 - Present (6 months)
Investigated legacy system issues, drafted technical summaries, and presented proposed solutions to technical forums. Designed and delivered new system requirements, documented architectural changes, and created system flows for training and knowledge transfer.
Software Engineer
Standard Bank Group
Oct 2024 - Present (10 months)
Translated business requirements into technical specifications and developed programming code to create solutions. Created new APIs to interface with legacy back-end systems for complex computing and account creation. Implemented and monitored production environments and created new DB2 database structures.
Lead Product Engineer
Absa Bank Limited
Nov 2020 - Present (4 years 9 months)
Provided batch support and analysis, attended daily stand-up meetings, and created technical documentation. Led support engineers in testing pack planning and created development plans for Junior Engineers and System Analysts. Managed incidents and ensured all timelines were met.
Senior Developer – Technical Lead
First National Bank (FNB)
Oct 2019 - Present (5 years 10 months)
Increased operational efficiency and suggested solutions to enhance cost-effectiveness. Delivered exceptional service by resolving queries quickly and effectively. Produced program specifications and implemented system enhancements by addressing specific business needs and resolving queries.
Developer (CAMS)
ABSA
Jul 2018 - Present (7 years 1 month)
Supported production batch processes and attended to daily incidents. Utilized Easytrieve to extract data and run production fixes on impacted accounts. Approved changes for software releases and documented system changes and new requirements for junior personnel and technical testers.
Trainee Accountant (External Auditor)
SizweNtshalubaGobodo
Feb 2018 - Present (7 years 6 months)
Documented planning meeting minutes and audit work performed on Caseware. Performed risk assessments for planned audits and conducted audits in terms of ISA's and SNG Methodology. Ensured companies complied with IFRS and documented control deficiencies and material errors.
Analyst Programmer
First National Bank (FNB)
Sep 2013 - Present (11 years 11 months)
Developed new products, including a Business Revolving Loan, and adjusted systems for new account creation and monthly billing. Designed and developed a new process for charging monthly service fees. Worked on product migration from ILP to IDS and a new affordability compliance project.
Sales Consultant
Worksite Solutions
Mar 2009 - Present (16 years 5 months)
Collected and documented minutes from daily feedback meetings for management. Signed new clients for life cover and copied documents and data as evidence. Captured customer information on the system and dealt with client queries.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Cape Town
Bachelor of Commerce Honours, Information Systems
2021 - 2022
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce Honours degree with a specialization in Information Systems. This program provided advanced knowledge in the intersection of business and technology.
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Accounting Sciences, Financial Accounting
2014 - 2016
Earned a Bachelor of Accounting Sciences degree with a focus on Financial Accounting. The curriculum covered core accounting principles, financial reporting, and auditing.
University of South Africa
Postgraduate Diploma, Applied Accounting Sciences (CTA)
2014 - 2016
Obtained a Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Accounting Sciences (CTA). This diploma focused on advanced accounting principles and practices, preparing for professional accounting qualifications.
Ekangala Comprehensive high school
High School Diploma
2004 - 2008
Activities and societies: Member of RCL Committee in HSC year.
Graduated with a High School Diploma. Achieved academic recognition including a HSC Certificate for Best Performance in Mathematics and a Bronze Certificate in the English Olympiad Competition.
Information Technology Users Council
Certification, Cobol Programming Concepts of data processing
Completed the Information Technology Users Council Entry Certification in Cobol Programming. This certification provided foundational knowledge in Cobol programming concepts and data processing.
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