Engineering software across every platform.
Themba "Raphael" Mahlangu
Johannesburg, South Africa
Full-stack developer with a track record across enterprise web systems, mobile apps, desktop software, and game servers. Clients include Capitec Bank and the Central Bank of Eswatini.
Passion fuels purpose.
I'm Themba Raphael Mahlangu — a results-driven Software Engineer with 6+ years of expertise architecting and delivering production-grade solutions that power businesses across multiple industries.
I engineer across the entire technology stack: high-traffic web applications, cross-platform mobile apps, desktop software, and enterprise backend architectures. My portfolio includes delivering mission-critical systems for Capitec Bank, Central Bank of Eswatini, and 40+ clients worldwide.
Outside client work, I craft immersive multiplayer experiences — as a contributor to the exclusive Helix Closed-Alpha Program and founder of a successful Tebex storefront.
"Great software is built where creativity meets engineering."
Tech stack
Languages
JavaScript · TypeScript · C# · Lua · HTML · CSS · SASS
Frontend
React · Next.js · Angular · React Native · Redux · TailwindCSS
Backend
Node.js · Express · ASP.NET · GraphQL
Data & Cloud
MongoDB · Firebase · Supabase · AWS · MySQL
Tools
Git · GitHub · VS Code · Webpack
Game Dev
Unreal Engine · FiveM Framework · Helix Core
Work history.
Lead Software Engineer
NowAsync Creatives · Johannesburg, Gauteng
Leading a team of developers to build scalable software solutions for clients across various industries. Responsible for project management, code reviews, and ensuring product quality.
React · Next.js · TypeScript · Node.js
FiveM Script Developer
NowsgMAGLERA Development · Remote
Developing high-quality custom scripts for FiveM Game Servers. Created and manage a successful Tebex store offering premium gaming solutions.
Lua · JavaScript · FiveM · MySQL
Software Engineer
Param Solutions · Johannesburg, Gauteng
Focused on both frontend and backend development working in a team of focused-minded developers.
React · Node.js · PostgreSQL
Front-End Developer
Alfeco Holdings (PhotonMatters) · Johannesburg, Gauteng
Worked on a Loan Management System targeted at USA and India clients. Developed live tracking feed for Farming Technology.
React · TypeScript · REST APIs
Mobile App Developer
Capitec Bank · Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Developed new features for the Capitec mobile app including Live Easy feature stabilisation and security improvements.
React Native · TypeScript · Mobile Security
Freelance Developer
Self-Employed · South Africa
Completed 37 projects including web, mobile, and desktop applications. Served over 40 clients across South Africa with 20 projects in production.
Full-Stack · React · Node.js · Mobile
Education
BA Development Studies
University of Johannesburg
2016 – 2018
Public Management & Governance · Business Management
Software Development Certification
Meta — Microverse
2019 – 2021
HTML · CSS · Ruby · JavaScript · React · Redux · SQL
Certifications
Foundational C# with Microsoft
freeCodeCamp · 2024
JavaScript Algorithms & Data Structures
freeCodeCamp · 2024
Responsive Web Design
freeCodeCamp · 2024
Selected projects.
sgMAGLERA Scripts
Premium Tebex store for FiveM Game Server scripts with video showcases and detailed documentation.
Lua · FiveM · JavaScript · MySQL
Async Creatives
Design, software, and IT company website showcasing services and portfolio.
React · Next.js · TailwindCSS
Garage Script UI/UX
UI/UX design and implementation for a custom vehicle garage script for FiveM.
React · CSS · Lua · CDN
Let's build something worth building.
Whether you have a project in mind, want to discuss a role, or just want to start a conversation — I'd like to hear from you. Fill out the form and I'll get back to you within 24 hours.