Nithesh Bookhan

Architected BMW's NEXUS multi-agent AI platform, improving delivery speed 2.3× and benchmarking up to 95.8 tok/s with local inference. Led security/quality initiatives including a company-wide CVE remediation campaign (57 CVEs across 35+ microservices) and a 7-gate PR readiness framework that increased production stability by 28%.

Upgraded and stabilized the PEC Utility Management platform by modernizing Java (1.5/1.6/1.7 to 1.8 and 11) and upgrading Idempiere 3.1 to 8.2 within an OSGi framework. Managed API integration between SAGE and the core platform and supported cross-company remote delivery with international stakeholders.

Built an NFT minting platform GUI in one week, generating 10,000 avatar images with complex rarity randomization. Developed full-stack features using Java and Node.js, and hosted NFT assets on AWS S3.

Built a full-stack NFT minting platform GUI in one week, generating 10,000 avatar images with complex rarity randomisation. Administered AWS S3 buckets for NFT assets and implemented Web3 wallet integration and ERC20/ERC721/ERC1155 smart contract functionality.

Delivered and enhanced ATM and self-service channel systems including ADT and slimline touchscreen kiosk workflows, implementing customer-centric screens and value-added services. Maintained automated JUnit coverage above 80% and received the FNB Innovation Award (2008, 2009) with commendation from FNB CEO Michael Jordaan.

Designed, developed, tested, and supported Java applications using J2SE, J2ME, and J2EE. Handled bug tracking, documentation, database scripting, and source control/version management.

Developed and maintained Java systems (J2SE/J2ME/J2EE), including testing and ongoing support. Selected within three months to join an international project in Manila (July 2001) collaborating across multiple organizations and technologies.

Completed Azure Cloud Security 1 in 2025.

Completed AWS Cloud Operations on AWS (Systems Operations) in 2025.

Completed API Security certification training in 2025.

Completed AIQX: AI Quality Next (Implementation & Test Phase) in 2025.

Completed an AWS Skill Builder course in 2025.

Completed training on AI ethics, governance, and platform topics in 2025.

Completed third-year level subjects in a BSc Computer Science programme, including AI, databases, theory of computer science, formal logic, and human-computer interaction. Coursework also covered mind and reality and cognition, memory, and problem solving.

Completed first- and second-year subjects for a BSc, including Mathematics, Computer Science, Psychology, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, and French.

Completed Matric Exemption studies including Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Biology, English, and Afrikaans.

Achieved BMW ITSM NEXT Certified ITSM_Nextpert in 2024.

Completed BMW Agile Working Model training in 2024.

Completed Appreciative Communication training in 2024.

Completed BMW Digital Boost learning covering AI Co-Pilot, GAIA, and Imagine (Cloud Basics 1 & 2) with IT security and data/analytics topics.

Achieved the ICAgile Certified Professional (ICP-TST) certification.

Completed JBOSS/EJB-focused training and obtained the Certified Java Programmer (SL275) qualification.

Received an FNB Innovation Award in 2009 for the ADT Implementation (R1M Grand Prize).

Received an FNB Innovation Award in 2008 for the Brand New Innovation Service (Customer Centric ATM Screens).

Completed the Oracle/Sun course covering FJ-310: Developing Applications for the J2EE Platform.

Received a FIFA 2010 employee game commendation while employed by FNB.

Completed compliance-related training covering Basel II, NCA, OHSACT, MLC, FAIS, and COBP topics.

Completed training for CompTIA Cloud+ Advanced (and related IT/engineering courses) through Indigo Cube.

Completed additional Indigo Cube coursework including Agile Essentials and Java (Part 1 & Part 2).

Completed Indigo Cube training including Introduction to Angular 2 and JavaScript Application Programming.

Completed introductory front-end training including HTML5 and CSS (CSS, CSS3).

Completed a Certificate of Language Ability through Alison (immersion).

Completed and obtained the A+ certification via Alison.

Completed and obtained the N+ certification via Alison.

Completed a Diploma in Mainstream Computing (Megamasters) via Alison.

Completed training in presentation skills through Avocado.

Completed a FirstRand Philosophy Workshop (timing not specified).