Curriculum Vitae of Mr. Jaco Moolman
Email: jacomoolman1890@gmail.com
Phone: +27 (0)832002165
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mr-jaco-moolman/
GitHub: https://github.com/JacoMoolman
CV: https://jacomoolman.co.za/curriculum-vitae/
Personal Projects: https://jacomoolman.co.za/projects/
Podcasts
You are also invited to listen to a couple podcasts about my career.
Overview
I am a versatile information technology (IT) professional with over 20 years of experience across the Banking, Telecommunications, Insurance, and IT sectors. My expertise includes a comprehensive understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence (AI), which I draw on to address defined operational objectives and strategic imperatives. I am certified in multiple Linux operating systems and AWS cloud technologies, and am proficient in Python, Bash, and PowerShell. My experience has expanded over time from automation of system administration to implementation of machine learning (ML) models. My approach to work is driven by a passion for innovative problem-solving. I am continually expanding my skillset through AI-focused personal projects and participation in Kaggle competitions, which allow me to gain hands-on experience in building ML models while leveraging the latest tools to optimize workflows and drive technological progress. As an out-of-the-box thinker, I thrive on challenges that require creative solutions in dynamic IT environments.
Employment History
| Company | Position | Years |
|---|---|---|
| CAPITEC | Machine Learning Engineer Level 1 – Value Added Services Team | 2024 – Present |
| Machine Learning Engineer, Level 1 | 2022 – 2024 | |
| Automation Engineer | 2017 – 2021 | |
| FIRST NATIONAL BANK | Software Support Engineer | 2015 – 2017 |
| SPI | Systems & Software Specialist | 2015 – 2015 |
| MTN | System Administrator (AIX) | 2012 – 2015 |
| IBM | System Administrator (AIX) | 2007 – 2012 |
| Systems Operations Monitor | 2006 – 2006 | |
| DISCOVERY HEALTH PTY LTD | Systems Operations Monitor | 2001 – 2006 |
| JOHANNESBURG STOCK EXCHANGE | Systems Operations Monitor | 2000 – 2001 |
| SOUTH AFRICAN RESERVE BANK | Systems Operations Monitor | 1999 – 2000 |
| BRUNEL | Information Technology Administrator | 1998 – 1999 |
Skillset and System Application Experience
Total: 0 | Avg: 0 | Recent: 0
| Category | Skill | Level | Last Used |
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Certifications
AWS Certification in Machine Learning Specialty – 2023
AWS Cloud Practitioner – 2019
Agile Certified Disciplined Agilist – 2017
RED HAT Certified System Administrator (Linux 7) – 2017
IBM System Administrator (AIX 7) – 2014
Presentations
- Generative AI and the impact on the modern work life. https://tinyurl.com/genaitalk1
- Presentation at Tech MeetUp demonstrating the use of gen AI for the blind. https://tinyurl.com/genaitalk2
Other Trainings
A Modern & Essential Guide to Mastering the Python Programming Language (Udemy) – 2024
AWS Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C03) (Udemy) – 2023
Introduction to Machine Learning 2021 (Kaggle) – 2021
Data and Analytics Foundation Programme (Capitec Leading Edge Academy) – 2021
Python for Beginners (Simplilearn) – 2021
Data Analytics Fundamentals (AWS) – 2021
MySQL for Beginners (Torque IT) – 2016
CA Service Desk Manager (CA Southern Africa) – 2011
SA200-S10 Intermediate System Administration for Solaris 10 OS (Sun Microsystems) – 2005
SA 118 Fundamentals of Solaris (Sun Microsystems) – 2003
Tandem Concept & Facilities (Tandem) – 2001
Matric Senior Certificate – 1998
Certificates
More About Me
People say you can learn a lot about someone from the videos YouTube recommends. YouTube keeps recommending this kind of video, and it made me realize my taste is very particular. I tend to seek out the same themes and formats across different channels, and the algorithm clearly noticed. I have included a few recent screenshots below.
