Stephan Visagie
About Stephan Visagie
Stephan Visagie is a Senior Development Manager specializing in applications, currently employed at Powerfleet since 2024 and previously at MiX Telematics. He has extensive experience in software development and management, with a career spanning over two decades in various technical roles.
Current Role at PowerFleet
Stephan Visagie serves as the Senior Development Manager for Applications at PowerFleet, a role he has held since 2024. His responsibilities include overseeing the development and implementation of software applications within the organization. Based in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa, he contributes to enhancing the company's technological capabilities and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software solutions.
Previous Experience at MiX Telematics
Prior to his current position at PowerFleet, Visagie worked at MiX Telematics in various roles. He served as a Senior Development Manager for Applications from 2022, following a tenure as Software Development Manager for the Specialised Applications Team from 2019 to 2022. His earlier role at MiX Telematics was as a Software Development Engineer, where he worked from 2006 to 2019. His extensive experience at MiX Telematics equipped him with significant expertise in software development and project management.
Career Background
Stephan Visagie's career began at SABC, where he worked as a Junior Technician from 1995 to 1996. He then transitioned to Media24 Internet Projects as a Developer and Project Lead from 2000 to 2001. Following this, he joined MWEB CommerceZone as a Technical Manager from 2002 to 2006. His diverse roles across different organizations have contributed to his comprehensive understanding of software development and management.
Educational Background
Stephan Visagie studied at Free State Technikon, where he earned a qualification in Electrical Engineering from 1993 to 1995. He completed his high school education at Grey College from 1986 to 1992. His educational background laid the foundation for his technical skills and expertise in the field of software development.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Visagie possesses a strong technical skill set that includes client/server and relational database design, particularly using MS-SQL Server, ASP.NET, AJAX, and SilverLight. He is also skilled in XML, HTML, JavaScript, and CSS. His specialization in usability and WYSIWYG layout tools further enhances his capabilities in software development and application design.