Suraksha Motilal
About Suraksha Motilal
Suraksha Motilal is a Developer Level 1 currently employed at Derivco in Durban, South Africa. She has a background in Computer Science, holding both a Bachelor's and an Honours degree from the University of the Witwatersrand, and has experience in various roles including tutoring and student assistance.
Current Role at Derivco
Suraksha Motilal currently holds the position of Developer Level 1 at Derivco, where she has been employed since 2024. Her role is based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. In this capacity, she applies her skills in software development and contributes to various projects within the organization.
Previous Experience at Derivco
Suraksha Motilal previously worked at Derivco as a Graduate Developer from 2023 to 2024. During her 11-month tenure, she engaged in a hybrid work model, gaining practical experience in software development and enhancing her technical skills.
Educational Background
Suraksha Motilal studied at the University of the Witwatersrand, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from 2019 to 2021. She further pursued an Honours degree in the same field, completing it in 2022. Additionally, she completed a short course in Management and Leadership: Managing Self at FPD in 2021.
Tutoring and Academic Support Roles
Suraksha Motilal has held several academic support roles at the University of the Witwatersrand. In 2021, she worked as a COMS1018A tutor and a COMS1015A tutor for three months each. In 2022, she served as a Student Assistant for a total of six months and as a Resident Academic Advisor for six months, providing guidance and support to fellow students.
Commitment to Professional Development
Suraksha Motilal is a member of the Golden Key International Honour Society since 2020. She is motivated by a desire to expand her knowledge and skills in Computer Science and aspires to contribute to positive environmental changes through her expertise.