I'm a creative and detail-oriented software developer passionate about building user-centered and reliable digital products. I've worked with small to medium-sized businesses worldwide to transform ideas into engaging web applications that drive growth. I enjoy tackling complex problems, collaborating with teams, and continuously honing my skills. I'm excited to bring my energy and expertise to innovative projects in fast-paced development environments. My experience spans software engineering, game development, XR, and 3D environment artistry, and I'm always eager to learn and grow in these fields.

Ravindu Wijayathunga

I'm a creative and detail-oriented software developer passionate about building user-centered and reliable digital products. I've worked with small to medium-sized businesses worldwide to transform ideas into engaging web applications that drive growth. I enjoy tackling complex problems, collaborating with teams, and continuously honing my skills. I'm excited to bring my energy and expertise to innovative projects in fast-paced development environments. My experience spans software engineering, game development, XR, and 3D environment artistry, and I'm always eager to learn and grow in these fields.

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I’m a creative and detail-oriented software developer passionate about building user-centered and reliable digital products. I’ve worked with small to medium-sized businesses worldwide to transform ideas into engaging web applications that drive growth. I enjoy tackling complex problems, collaborating with teams, and continuously honing my skills.

I’m excited to bring my energy and expertise to innovative projects in fast-paced development environments. My experience spans software engineering, game development, XR, and 3D environment artistry, and I’m always eager to learn and grow in these fields.

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Work Experience

Software Engineer Intern at John Keells Group - OCTAVE
May 1, 2025 - November 30, 2025
Contributed to the development of internal platforms supporting machine learning operations, including model monitoring, KPI alerting systems, and analytics dashboards. Developed a Category Analysis Tool for Keells Supermarket that enabled real-time product categorization, sales trend analysis, and AI-driven insights with an interactive, voice-enabled analytics dashboard. Co-developed an automated alerting system for ML models using Azure Logic Apps and Service Bus to detect real-time anomalies and notifications. Gained practical DevOps exposure by working on CI/CD pipelines and production deployment readiness. Collaborated in a cross-functional team, participated in code reviews, knowledge transfer sessions, and intern-led workshops, enhancing communication and development practices.
Intern Game Developer at RAM Studios (a subsidiary of CodeGen International)
March 1, 2020 - April 30, 2021
Developed and deployed ‘BitBytes’, a hypercasual mobile game. Created Avurudu web games for Samsung Avurudu Carnival 2021 with a backend analytical dashboard. Gained valuable industry experience implementing agile methodology practices.
VR Development Team Lead at 9 Arch Ella VR Project in collaboration with Central Cultural Fund of Sri Lanka
April 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023
Led VR development team for the ‘9 Arch Ella’ VR project, managing development and collaboration efforts between stakeholders and technical teams.
Freelancer - Creative Developer/3D Artist at Fiverr
October 1, 2019 - June 23, 2024
Completed over 200 international projects delivering interactive applications, games, and immersive 3D environments. Developed strong client communication, project management, and optimization skills for WebGL, AR/VR, and real-time platforms.
Editor at CENSOC - Computer Engineering Society of FOE SJP
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Managed editorial responsibilities and contributed to society functions and publications.
Software Engineer Intern at OCTAVE - John Keells Group
May 1, 2025 - November 30, 2025
Contributed to the development of internal platforms supporting machine learning operations including model monitoring, KPI alerting systems, and analytics dashboards. Developed a Category Analysis Tool for Keells Supermarket to enable real-time product categorization, sales trend analysis, and AI-driven insights via an interactive voice-enabled analytics dashboard. Co-developed an automated alerting system for ML models using Azure Logic Apps and Service Bus to enable real-time anomaly detection and notifications. Worked on CI/CD pipelines and production deployment readiness, gaining practical DevOps experience. Collaborated in a cross-functional team, participated in code reviews, knowledge transfer sessions, and intern-led workshops to enhance communication and development practices.
Intern Game Developer at RAM Studios (a subsidiary of CodeGen International)
March 1, 2020 - April 30, 2021
Developed and deployed the 'BitBytes' hypercasual mobile game. Created Avurudu web games for Samsung Avurudu Carnival 2021 with an integrated backend analytical dashboard. Gained valuable industry experience working with agile methodologies. Managed the VR development team for the '9 Arch Ella' VR Project in collaboration with the Central Cultural Fund of Sri Lanka.
3D Environment Artist, Game Developer at Fiverr - Freelancer
October 1, 2019 - Present
Completed over 200 international projects, helping clients turn ideas into interactive applications, games, and immersive 3D environments. Gained strong skills in client communication, project management, and delivering optimized applications for WebGL, AR/VR, and real-time platforms.
Software Engineer Intern at OCTAVE - John Keells Group
November 30, 2025 - July 14, 2025
Contributed to the development of internal platforms supporting machine learning operations, including model monitoring, KPI alerting systems, and analytics dashboards. Developed a GenAI Category Analysis Tool for Keells Supermarket for real-time product categorization, sales trend analysis, and AI-driven insights. Worked on CI/CD pipelines and production deployment readiness gaining practical DevOps exposure. Collaborated in a cross-functional team and participated in code reviews, KT sessions, and intern-led workshops.
Game Developer Intern at RAM Studios
April 30, 2021 - July 14, 2025
Developed and deployed 'BitBytes', a hypercasual mobile game. Developed Avurudu web games for Samsung Avurudu Carnival 2021 with a backend analytical dashboard.
3D Environment Artist, Game Developer at Fiverr - Freelancer
October 1, 2019 - Present
Completed over 200 international projects, helping clients turn ideas into interactive applications, games, and immersive 3D environments. Gained strong skills in client communication, project management, and delivering optimized applications for WebGL, AR/VR, and real-time platforms.
Software Engineer Intern at OCTAVE - John Keells Group
November 30, 2025 - July 14, 2025
Contributed to the development of internal platforms supporting machine learning operations, including model monitoring, KPI alerting systems, and analytics dashboards. Contributed to the development of a GenAI Category Analysis Tool for Keells Supermarket, enabling real-time product categorization, sales trend analysis, and AI-driven insights through an interactive, voice-enabled analytics dashboard. Worked on CI/CD pipelines and production deployment readiness, gaining practical DevOps exposure. Collaborated in a cross-functional team, participated in code reviews, KT sessions, and intern-led workshops, enhancing communication and development practices.
Game Developer Intern at RAM Studios
April 30, 2021 - July 14, 2025
Developed and deployed BitBytes, a Hypercasual mobile game. Developed Avurudu web games for Samsung Avurudu Carnival 2021 with a backend analytical dashboard.
3D Environment Artist, Game Developer at Fiverr - Freelancer
October 1, 2019 - Present
Completed over 200 international projects helping clients turn ideas into interactive applications, games, and immersive 3D environments. Gained strong skills in client communication, project management, and delivering optimized applications for WebGL, AR/VR, and real-time platforms.
Software Engineer Intern at OCTAVE - John Keells Group
November 30, 2025 - July 14, 2025
Contributed to development of internal platforms supporting machine learning operations including model monitoring, KPI alerting systems, and analytics dashboards. Developed a GenAI Category Analysis Tool for real-time product categorization and AI-driven insights. Worked on CI/CD pipelines and production deployment readiness, gaining practical DevOps exposure. Collaborated in a cross-functional team, participated in code reviews, KT sessions, and intern-led workshops.
Game Developer Intern at RAM Studios
April 30, 2021 - July 14, 2025
Developed and deployed a Hypercasual mobile game BitBytes. Created Avurudu web games for Samsung Avurudu Carnival 2021 with a backend analytical dashboard.

Education

B. Sc. Engineering (Hons.) at University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Faculty of Engineering, Department of Computer Engineering
March 1, 2021 - January 31, 2025
GCE Advanced Level at Maliyadeva College, Kurunegala
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
B. Sc. Engineering (Hons.) at University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Faculty of Engineering, Department of Computer Engineering
March 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
GCE Advanced Level at Maliyadeva College, Kurunegala
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
B.Sc. Engineering (Hons.) at University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Faculty of Engineering, Department of Computer Engineering
March 1, 2021 - July 14, 2025
GCE Advanced Level at Maliyadeva College, Kurunegala
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
B. Sc. Engineering (Hons.) in Computer Engineering at University of Sri Jayewardenepura
March 1, 2021 - July 14, 2025
GCE Advanced Level - Physical Science Stream at Maliyadeva College, Kurunegala
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
B. Sc. Engineering (Hons.) at University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Faculty of Engineering, Department of Computer Engineering
March 1, 2021 - July 14, 2025
GCE Advanced Level at Maliyadeva College, Kurunegala
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Qualifications

Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification - Deeplearning.AI
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Machine Learning Specialization: Advanced Learning Algorithms - Deeplearning.AI
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Unsupervised Learning, Recommenders, Reinforcement Learning - Deeplearning.AI
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Python for Data Science, AI & Development - IBM
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
React Basics - Meta
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Machine Learning Specialization: Advanced Learning Algorithms
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Unsupervised Learning, Recommenders, Reinforcement Learning
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Python for Data Science, AI & Development
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
React Basics
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Machine Learning Specialization: Advanced Learning Algorithms
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Unsupervised Learning, Recommenders, Reinforcement Learning
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Python for Data Science, AI & Development
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
React Basics
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification—Deeplearning.AI
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2025
Machine Learning Specialization: Advanced Learning Algorithms—Deeplearning.AI
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2025
Unsupervised Learning, Recommenders, Reinforcement Learning—Deeplearning.AI
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2025
Python for Data Science, AI & Development—IBM
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2025
React Basics—Meta
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2025
Supervised Machine Learning: Regression and Classification—Deeplearning.AI
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2025
Machine Learning Specialization: Advanced Learning Algorithms—Deeplearning.AI
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2025
Unsupervised Learning, Recommenders, Reinforcement Learning—Deeplearning.AI
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2025
Python for Data Science, AI & Development—IBM
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2025
React Basics—Meta
January 11, 2030 - July 14, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Retail