I am a Front-End Engineer with hands-on experience building modern web applications using React, Next.js, TypeScript, and JavaScript. I design scalable, responsive, and user-centric interfaces and enjoy integrating APIs across the software development lifecycle. I’m passionate about creating impactful digital experiences and continuously learning new AI design patterns to stay ahead of the curve. In my work, I focus on clean architecture, performance, and delightful user experiences, collaborating with teams to ship high-quality frontend solutions. I’m always exploring new technologies and patterns to improve usability and efficiency while delivering value to agencies and startups.

Ranjula Ilukpitiya

I am a Front-End Engineer with hands-on experience building modern web applications using React, Next.js, TypeScript, and JavaScript. I design scalable, responsive, and user-centric interfaces and enjoy integrating APIs across the software development lifecycle. I’m passionate about creating impactful digital experiences and continuously learning new AI design patterns to stay ahead of the curve. In my work, I focus on clean architecture, performance, and delightful user experiences, collaborating with teams to ship high-quality frontend solutions. I’m always exploring new technologies and patterns to improve usability and efficiency while delivering value to agencies and startups.

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I am a Front-End Engineer with hands-on experience building modern web applications using React, Next.js, TypeScript, and JavaScript. I design scalable, responsive, and user-centric interfaces and enjoy integrating APIs across the software development lifecycle. I’m passionate about creating impactful digital experiences and continuously learning new AI design patterns to stay ahead of the curve.

In my work, I focus on clean architecture, performance, and delightful user experiences, collaborating with teams to ship high-quality frontend solutions. I’m always exploring new technologies and patterns to improve usability and efficiency while delivering value to agencies and startups.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Web Application Developer (Freelance) at Aba Ceylon Tours & Travels
April 1, 2026 - Present
Developed a full-stack tourism web application using Next.js, React, and TypeScript with Supabase and PostgreSQL backend. Built REST API integrations for tour packages, stays, booking, and transport systems. Implemented interactive map feature using MapLibre GL and integrated WhatsApp chatbot and Clerk authentication. Handled multilingual support and architected scalable frontend structure with Zustand state management.
UI/UX Designer & Frontend Engineer (4-Month Contract) at KynoLabs
August 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Designed and developed user interfaces by combining Figma prototyping with React and Next.js implementation. Conducted user research and usability testing, improving product satisfaction by 25%. Improved website performance achieving a 30% faster load time through optimization techniques.
Full Stack Developer, UI/UX Designer & Frontend Developer at Kyno Labs
January 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Developing responsive and optimized web applications for agencies and startup businesses.
Intern Frontend Developer at CodeZilla
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Intern Frontend Developer contributing to frontend implementations and UI improvements.
Frontend Developer (1-Year Internship) at Codezilla
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Built and maintained admin dashboards using React, Tailwind CSS, Ant Design, and RESTful APIs in an Agile Scrum team. Developed CRUD operations, data visualizations, pagination, and file upload features across 3 client projects (Mealprep, Roshan-Ads, Crush.lk). Collaborated with backend developers on API workflows and delivered components under tight deadlines maintaining high code quality. Implemented Framer Motion animations and enhanced UX across multiple client-facing dashboards.

Education

BSc (Hons) in Information Technology at Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT)
January 1, 2021 - March 3, 2026
Chief Coordinator of SLIIT GC (2023/2024)
Diploma in English at ESOFT Metro Campus
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
G.C.E. Advanced Level at A/Walisinghe Harischandra College
November 30, 0002 - May 18, 2026

Qualifications

AWS Academy Graduate — Cloud Foundations
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
Microservices Architecture for Beginners — CPD Certification Services
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination (Technology Stream)
January 11, 2030 - June 9, 2026
G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination (Technology Stream)
January 11, 2030 - June 9, 2026
Diploma in English
January 1, 2017 - June 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Computers & Electronics