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Frontend engineer with 13+ years of experience specializing in React and Next.js to build performant, accessible, component-based web applications, including deep experience integrating headless WordPress and WPGraphQL. I use AI-assisted development tools (Claude, ChatGPT) to accelerate prototyping and problem-solving while maintaining strong engineering standards, mentoring teammates in Agile/Scrum environments, and delivering measurable performance improvements for SEO and conversions.…Frontend engineer with 13+ years of experience specializing in React and Next.js to build performant, accessible, component-based web applications, including deep experience integrating headless WordPress and WPGraphQL. I use AI-assisted development tools (Claude, ChatGPT) to accelerate prototyping and problem-solving while maintaining strong engineering standards, mentoring teammates in Agile/Scrum environments, and delivering measurable performance improvements for SEO and conversions.

KASUN WIJETHILAKA

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Frontend engineer with 13+ years of experience specializing in React and Next.js to build performant, accessible, component-based web applications, including deep experience integrating headless WordPress and WPGraphQL. I use AI-assisted development tools (Claude, ChatGPT) to accelerate prototyping and problem-solving while maintaining strong engineering standards, mentoring teammates in Agile/Scrum environments, and delivering measurable performance improvements for SEO and conversions.…Frontend engineer with 13+ years of experience specializing in React and Next.js to build performant, accessible, component-based web applications, including deep experience integrating headless WordPress and WPGraphQL. I use AI-assisted development tools (Claude, ChatGPT) to accelerate prototyping and problem-solving while maintaining strong engineering standards, mentoring teammates in Agile/Scrum environments, and delivering measurable performance improvements for SEO and conversions.

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Frontend engineer with 13+ years of experience specializing in React and Next.js to build performant, accessible, component-based web applications, including deep experience integrating headless WordPress and WPGraphQL.

I use AI-assisted development tools (Claude, ChatGPT) to accelerate prototyping and problem-solving while maintaining strong engineering standards, mentoring teammates in Agile/Scrum environments, and delivering measurable performance improvements for SEO and conversions.

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Work Experience

Frontend Software Engineer at Openprovider

July 1, 2024 - Present

Built and maintained a modern, high-performance marketing website using React, Next.js, and Tailwind CSS; translated Figma designs into reusable UI components; integrated frontend with RESTful APIs; focused on performance, accessibility, and responsive design; collaborated with product and design teams to deliver user-facing features and launch campaigns.

Senior Software Engineer at EYEPAX IT Consulting (Pvt) Ltd

October 1, 2023 - July 1, 2024

Developed interactive, user-centric web interfaces using React and Next.js; ensured responsive design and cross-browser compatibility; integrated frontend with RESTful APIs to fetch dynamic content and reduce API errors; contributed to code reviews and mentoring; participated in agile ceremonies and delivered client-facing features under tight deadlines.

Senior Software Engineer at Eight25Media

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023

Contributed to frontend development across multiple client projects; built scalable React components, ensuring design system adherence; improved test coverage and reduced UI defects.

Associate Tech Lead / Senior Software Engineer / Software Engineer at Eight25Media

January 1, 2015 - July 1, 2023

Delivered full-stack features across multiple client projects, building PHP-based APIs, backend logic, and MySQL integrations alongside React and WordPress frontends. Translated Figma designs into pixel-perfect, production-ready UIs across WordPress and React codebases while maintaining consistency with client design systems. Collaborated with designers, product owners, and QA across client engagements. Provided technical leadership as Associate Tech Lead by mentoring junior developers on code quality and engineering best practices. Applied performance optimization techniques including profiling, lazy loading, and reduced re-renders. Supported Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning and retrospectives across engagements.

Software Engineer at Eight25Media

January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2021

Led frontend development across client projects; built responsive and accessible UIs; integrated with backend APIs; improved performance and reduced re-renders with code profiling.

Associate Tech Lead at Eight25Media

January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2023

Led frontend development across multiple client projects; built reusable UI components; enhanced design system consistency; mentored junior developers; contributed to high-priority client features and onboarding; collaborated with product and design teams.

Software Engineer at Rise Design

January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015

Developed interactive UI components and integrated with backend modules; contributed to CMS redesign; led frontend development for new UI and features.

Software Engineer / Associate Software Engineer at Rize Design

January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015

Built and maintained interactive UI components using HTML, CSS, and PHP, ensuring functional, cross-browser-compatible interfaces. Delivered custom frontend features for international clients, with emphasis on Australian-based businesses. Integrated frontend markup with PHP-based backend modules to deliver dynamic site functionality. Led a revamp of the company's CMS platform with new UI and backend features, strengthening client relationships.