Anushan Tennakoon

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I am a software engineering professional with over 18 years of experience across Agile/Scrum environments, modern frontend frameworks, backend development, CMS platforms, and cloud-native architectures.

About

I am a software engineering professional with over 18 years of experience across Agile/Scrum environments, modern frontend frameworks, backend development, CMS platforms, and cloud-native architectures. I have built scalable microservices, CMS-driven platforms, and high-performance, responsive UIs using React, Next.js, Angular, .NET, Sitecore XM Cloud, and Azure. I enjoy leading teams, mentoring peers, and delivering innovative solutions for industries including Finance, Energy, Education, and Health.

I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced settings and am skilled at aligning technical delivery with business goals. My focus is on robust architecture, secure and observable systems, and continuous improvement through CI/CD, testing, and knowledge sharing.

  • Joined October 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Energy & Utilities
  • Financial Services
  • Healthcare
  • Software & Internet
  • Professional Services

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Work experience· 20 roles

Principal Developer (Contract) · Department of Education (DET)Sep 2025 – Nov 2025 · 3 mos

Continuation of VISIT modernization efforts with a focus on performance and secure, scalable web applications and APIs, leveraging Azure-based microservices and modern .NET capabilities.

Principal Developer (Contract) · Department of Education, MelbourneSep 2025 – Nov 2025 · 3 mos

Continuation of VISIT modernization efforts, implementing new Angular-based UI components and secure cloud-native microservices. Focused on RBAC, API security, and automated deployments to support ongoing modernization initiatives.

Principal Developer (Contract) · Department of Education, Melbourne (DET)Sep 2025 – Nov 2025 · 3 mos

Continuing responsibilities in modernizing VISIT with secure access, microservices, and cloud-native solutions; ongoing collaboration with enterprise teams and stakeholders.

Principal Developer (Contract) · Department of EducationSep 2025 – Oct 2025 · 2 mos
Senior Developer (Contract - Remote) · Challenger LtdAug 2025 – Aug 2025 · 1 mo
Senior Developer (Contract - Remote) · Challenger LtdAug 2025 – Aug 2025 · 1 mo
Principal Developer (Contract) · Department of Education (DET)Dec 2024 – Dec 2024 · 1 mo
Principal Developer (Contract) · Department of EducationDec 2024 – Dec 2024 · 1 mo

Education· 10

BSc (Hons) Information Systems · Manchester Metropolitan University2004 – 2025
MBA · University of Southern Queensland, Australia2008 – 2025
BSc (Hons) Information Systems · Manchester Metropolitan University, UK2030 – 2004
MBA · University of Southern Queensland, Australia2030 – 2008

Certifications and awards· 20

AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure2030 – 2025
MCTS (.NET Framework 4, Web Applications)2030 – 2025
Sitecore 9.0 Platform Associate Developer2030 – 2025
MCTS (.NET Application Development Foundation)2030 – 2025

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