Hendrick Makhomisane

I am a software test engineer with a strong background in software testing, utilizing Appium, Selenium, TestNG, and Java for automation testing, I graduated from Wits University in 2022. I have been captivated by the world of technology since high school, and my love for software development led me to pursue a degree in Computer Science. Outside my academics, I have a few hobbies that keep me active and entertained. I'm an enthusiastic soccer player and a hobbyist video game player. I love watching sports in my free time. As a software engineer, I am always eager to learn and improve. I am confident that my dedication and passion will contribute to the success of any team.

Internship: Software Developer – Wits Innovation Center(WIC), University of the Witwatersrand January 2023 - December 2023
 ❖ Participating in peer code reviews to improve the quality of code written by other team members 
❖ Creating new applications or updating existing applications based on user requirements 

❖ Communicating with clients and other team members about project status and issues that arise 

❖ Creating prototypes of new technologies and features for potential incorporation into future products 

❖ Debugging computer code to fix errors and improve performance 

❖ Testing software for bugs or other issues that may affect functionality or the user experience

 ❖ Reviewing documentation about new technology releases or product updates to ensure understanding of how the new system works 

❖ Conducting research on new technologies and techniques to identify opportunities for improvement
 

Graduate Test Engineer– Software Testing Solutions – Sandton, April 2024 - Present 

❖ Develop and Maintain Test Scripts: Create, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using Selenium WebDriver and Appium to ensure robust and efficient test coverage. 

❖ Test Framework Development: Enhance and maintain custom automation frameworks using TestNG and Java to support scalable and reusable test cases. 

❖ Mobile Testing: Conduct automated testing on mobile applications (Android and iOS) using Appium, ensuring compatibility and performance across multiple devices. 

❖ Test Case Design and Execution: Collaborate with QA and development teams to design, implement, and execute comprehensive test cases and test plans. 

❖ Defect Management: Identify, document, and track defects using JIRA, facilitating effective communication and resolution with the development team.

BSc in Computer Science and Computer Applications - University of the Witwatersrand 

Year Obtained: 2022 

National Senior Certificate - Thwalima Secondary School
Year Obtained: 2018