Poovendran Baccus
About Poovendran Baccus
Poovendran Baccus is a Senior Software Developer at Derivco in Durban, South Africa, with over seven years of experience in software development. He has held various roles in academia and industry, contributing to projects that enhance software functionality and improve user experience.
Work at Derivco
Poovendran Baccus has been employed at Derivco as a Senior Software Developer, Level 1 since 2017. His role involves contributing to software development projects and enhancing existing systems. Prior to this position, he worked as a Software Developer, Level 2 at Derivco from 2013 to 2017. Throughout his tenure, he has engaged in various projects, including the refactoring of a workflow execution engine and the design of a new login mechanism using third-party authentication.
Education and Expertise
Poovendran Baccus holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Computer Science and Information Technology from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, which he completed from 2004 to 2006. He also achieved a Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science in 2007. His educational background is complemented by several professional development courses aimed at enhancing communication skills, including Toastmasters and Crucial Conversations.
Background
Before joining Derivco, Poovendran Baccus gained extensive experience in software development and academia. He worked at ThoroughTec Simulation as a Senior Software Developer and previously as a Junior Software Developer. His academic roles at the University of KwaZulu-Natal included positions as a Lecturer, Teaching Assistant, and Demonstrator, where he contributed to the education of students in various capacities.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Poovendran Baccus has made significant contributions to software development. He led the design and co-implementation of a new login mechanism to facilitate market entry and refactored a workflow execution engine to enhance functionality. Additionally, he represented his department in company-wide workshops aimed at designing solutions for new market entry, showcasing his collaborative skills and industry knowledge.