Full-Stack Java Engineer (Spring, React, AWS)

BOGOLO ONALENNA BALAPI

Full-Stack Engineer & Techno-Legal Strategist

Remote-Ready Gaborone, Botswana

Email: ************@*****.***

Github: https://github.com/LordBOB72

Portfolio: https://lordbob72.github.io/portfolio/

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Polyglot Software Engineer and Bachelor of Laws (LLB) candidate with over 3 years of experience building production-ready distributed systems, alongside extensive expertise in legal administration, labor compliance, and strategic operations. Uniquely equipped to bridge the gap between complex software architecture and regulatory frameworks. Proven track record in developing scalable SaaS features, automating cloud infrastructure, and ensuring strict data privacy and labor law compliance. Adept at translating complex business and legal requirements into secure, automated, and highly available technical solutions. CORE COMPTENCIED & SKILLS

Technical Engineering:

• Languages: Java (17/21), TypeScript, JavaScript, Go, Python, SQL, HTML/CSS

• Frameworks & Libraries: Spring Boot 3, Next.js 14, React, Node.js, Fastify, Tailwind CSS, Shadcn/UI

• Databases & Caching: PostgreSQL, Redis, Supabase, Neon, Hibernate/JPA

• DevOps & Cloud: Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, GCP, GitHub Actions, CI/CD Pipelines, Vercel, Render

• Architecture & Security: REST APIs, gRPC, Microservices, OAuth2, JWT, Spring Security, Row Level Security

• Tools & Testing: Git, GitHub, Maven, Postman, Jira, JUnit 5, Mockito, Jest, Integration Testing

Legal, Compliance & Operations:

• Legal Domains: Labor Law, Contract Law, Corporate Law, Procurement Law, Data Privacy Compliance

• Operations: Strategic Oversight, Disciplinary Procedures, Labor Dispute Resolution, Contract Drafting

• Management: Stakeholder Management, Client Relations, Administrative Leadership, Risk Mitigation

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Tsela Technologies Gaborone, Botswana

Full Stack Software Developer (September 2025 - March 2026)

• Developed full-stack features for client-facing SaaS products serving small-to-medium businesses across Southern Africa, directly impacting user engagement and platform retention.

• Architected and built RESTful APIs using Java Spring Boot 3, implementing comprehensive user authentication, data validation, and seamless third-party integrations.

• Engineered responsive, real-time analytics dashboards using Next.js 14 and TypeScript, enabling data-driven decision-making for enterprise clients.

• Integrated critical third-party services including Twilio (SMS), Resend (Email), and Stripe (Payments) with robust webhook handling and automated error recovery.

• Achieved 80%+ test coverage utilizing JUnit 5 and Mockito, directly resulting in a 30% reduction in production bugs.

• Containerized microservices with Docker and configured automated CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, significantly reducing deployment times.

• Collaborated in an agile environment, participating in daily standups, sprint planning, peer code reviews, and asynchronous communication via Slack and Jira. Expand People (Proprietary) Limited Botswana

Executive Secretary (October 2024 - Present)

• Spearhead strategic oversight and daily operations, ensuring business efficiency and alignment with organizational goals.

• Champion labor compliance regulations; draft employment contracts, manage disciplinary procedures, and chair disciplinary hearings.

• Advise senior management on crucial compliance matters, mitigating legal risks and fostering a fair, compliant work environment.

• Cultivate relationships with key partner stakeholders and major clients, ensuring satisfaction and long-term partnerships.

Epíneio Nursing Home Francistown, Botswana

Executive Secretary, IT Technical Support Officer & Systems Administrator (February 2022 – August 2025)

• Provided comprehensive technical support and system administration for a healthcare facility, managing user access, infrastructure, and ensuring strict patient data privacy compliance.

• Developed Python automation scripts for log rotation, automated backups, and staff onboarding, reducing manual administrative workload by approximately 10 hours per week.

• Designed and optimized complex SQL queries to generate weekly operational reports on patient admissions, staff scheduling, and medical inventory.

• Maintained 99%+ uptime for critical patient-care applications through proactive system monitoring, preventative maintenance, and rapid troubleshooting.

• Implemented and configured the osTicket IT service management system, improving IT request resolution time by 75% (from 48 hours down to 12 hours).

• Created comprehensive technical documentation and trained non-technical medical staff on system best practices, reducing recurring support tickets by 40%. Toteng and Company Attorneys Gaborone, Botswana

Legal Intern (April 2023 - May 2024)

• Conducted extensive legal research and drafted legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and memorandums.

• Assisted senior attorneys in preparing for court proceedings and client consultations.

• Managed case files and client correspondence, ensuring all documentation was accurate and up-to-date.

• Provided comprehensive technical support and system administration for a healthcare facility, managing user access, infrastructure, and ensuring strict patient data privacy compliance.

M. Mmohe Attorneys Francistown, Botswana

Legal Intern (January 2020 - March 2023)

• Provided comprehensive administrative and legal support to the legal team, organizing and maintaining case files.

• Assisted with legal research and document preparation under the supervision of senior legal professionals.

TECHNICAL PROJECTS:

GitOps Drift Detector Go, React, TypeScript, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL

• Built a continuous monitoring system that compares live Kubernetes cluster state against Git-defined desired state.

• Implemented visual diffing and one-click reconciliation features to detect and resolve configuration drift, preventing infrastructure inconsistencies in production environments. Secrets Rotation Orchestrator Node.js, TypeScript, React, Fastify, Redis

• Developed an automated rotation system for database passwords, API keys, and TLS certificates across AWS Secrets Manager, GCP Secret Manager, and HashiCorp Vault.

• Engineered atomic cutover mechanisms and automatic rollback protocols to ensure zero- downtime security updates.

Distributed Cron Manager Go, Distributed Systems, gRPC

• Engineered a distributed job scheduling system featuring fault tolerance, idempotency guarantees, and cluster coordination primitives.

• Designed the architecture to handle high-throughput job scheduling and leader election across distributed nodes.

Cloud Cost Anomaly Engine Python, AWS, GCP, Data Analysis

• Created an intelligent monitoring system that detects abnormal cloud spending patterns across multi-cloud environments.

• Utilized statistical analysis to identify cost spikes in real-time, generating actionable optimization insights and automated webhook alerts. Internal Developer Portal TypeScript, React, Next.js, Kubernetes

• Architected a centralized platform for developer self-service, enabling automated infrastructure provisioning, service discovery, and streamlined deployments.

• Integrated seamlessly with GitHub and Kubernetes APIs to reduce developer onboarding time and accelerate the inner developer loop.

EDUCATION

University of Botswana Gaborone, Botswana

Botswana Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Candidate

Expected Completion: 2028

• Rigorous coursework covering, inter alia, corporate law, labor law, contract law, and legal research.

Mophato High School Francistown, Botswana

Ordinary Level (IGCSE)

Completed: 2019

• Achieved a score of 44 points.

REFERENCES:

Ms. Reginah O. Ntala (LLB, UB)

Former Supervisor, Toteng & Co. Attorneys

Cell: +267-**-***-*** Email: ***************@*****.*** Ms. Kagiso U. Jorosi

Managing Director, Expand People (Proprietary) Limited Cell: +267-**-***-*** Email: ************@*****.***

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