Hi, I'm Nisal Kothalawala, an IT professional specializing in Project Management and Full-Stack Engineering. I excel in Agile environments, bridging technical and business teams through careful planning, stakeholder coordination, and risk management to deliver robust digital solutions. With a Master of Science in IT Project Management (Honors), I emphasize continuous improvement and effective collaboration between technical teams and business stakeholders to achieve lasting impact.

Nisal Kothalawala

Hi, I'm Nisal Kothalawala, an IT professional specializing in Project Management and Full-Stack Engineering. I excel in Agile environments, bridging technical and business teams through careful planning, stakeholder coordination, and risk management to deliver robust digital solutions. With a Master of Science in IT Project Management (Honors), I emphasize continuous improvement and effective collaboration between technical teams and business stakeholders to achieve lasting impact.

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Hi, I’m Nisal Kothalawala, an IT professional specializing in Project Management and Full-Stack Engineering. I excel in Agile environments, bridging technical and business teams through careful planning, stakeholder coordination, and risk management to deliver robust digital solutions.

With a Master of Science in IT Project Management (Honors), I emphasize continuous improvement and effective collaboration between technical teams and business stakeholders to achieve lasting impact.

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Experience Level

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Language

English
Fluent
Tamil
Advanced
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Fluent

Work Experience

Crew Member/ Cook/ Receptionist (Casual) at SmashBurger NZ
February 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Maintained organized kitchen stations and followed safety guidelines to ensure high-quality food preparation. Operated grills and ice cream machines. Collaborated with team to provide outstanding customer service during busy hours. Managed inventory levels to guarantee consistent stock and uninterrupted service.
Full-stack Engineer/Social Media Manager - Remote at FinMart Australia
September 1, 2023 - November 1, 2025
Minimized production downtime through effective troubleshooting of issues. Improved system performance via regular assessments and implemented improvements. Collaborated with product managers to align project outcomes with client needs. Documented design decisions and performance metrics for future reference. Created responsive web applications and designed user-friendly interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for seamless experiences.
Technical Project Coordinator at CodeGen International
July 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023
Coordinated schedules with client requirements and resources to enhance project alignment. Facilitated cross-functional team communication to improve collaboration and information flow. Maintained project documentation for stakeholders. Implemented tools to streamline tracking of deliverables and timelines. Monitored budget expenditures and resource allocation. Trained new team members on project management software and protocols.
Sales Representative at FinMart Australia
January 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022
Secured favorable loan terms through strong banking partnership negotiations. Identified new market opportunities through thorough research and analysis. Gained competitive advantage by evaluating competitor products and services. Supported strategic planning with comprehensive financial models and analyses. Executed financial audits, implementing controls to enhance business operations.

Education

Master of Science: IT Project Management at Auckland University of Technology
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025
Bachelor of Science: Computer Science at IIT Affiliated With University of Westminster - Colombo, Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2024
Advanced Level at British Council - Colombo, Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2019
Ordinary Level at Royal College - Colombo, Sri Lanka
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2018

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services