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5 Years of Experience

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S.D. is a lead software engineer and technical team lead with a track record of designing and shipping ML/AI solutions, most recently leading a team of four at Phishfort building automated threat-detection systems that cut analyst handling time by 89%. He's worked across fintech, HR tech, and telecoms platforms at companies including Old Mutual, LabourNet, and MTN, and graduated Cum Laude in Computer Science from Stellenbosch. He combines full-stack engineering depth with hands-on machine learning experience.

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