I’m Thilan Lakshitha, a Senior Software Engineer specializing in React, TypeScript, full-stack development, UI/UX design, and enterprise system architecture. I’ve built scalable healthcare, enterprise, and customer-facing platforms used by thousands of real users, delivering reliable engineering and intuitive user experiences. I thrive on cross-functional collaboration with clinicians, product teams, and designers to translate complex requirements into practical, accessible interfaces. I am passionate about embracing AI-assisted tools to improve development efficiency while maintaining high code quality and system reliability. I enjoy shaping frontend architecture, design systems, and product development to create powerful, user-centered digital platforms.

Thilan Lakshitha

I’m Thilan Lakshitha, a Senior Software Engineer specializing in React, TypeScript, full-stack development, UI/UX design, and enterprise system architecture. I’ve built scalable healthcare, enterprise, and customer-facing platforms used by thousands of real users, delivering reliable engineering and intuitive user experiences. I thrive on cross-functional collaboration with clinicians, product teams, and designers to translate complex requirements into practical, accessible interfaces. I am passionate about embracing AI-assisted tools to improve development efficiency while maintaining high code quality and system reliability. I enjoy shaping frontend architecture, design systems, and product development to create powerful, user-centered digital platforms.

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I’m Thilan Lakshitha, a Senior Software Engineer specializing in React, TypeScript, full-stack development, UI/UX design, and enterprise system architecture. I’ve built scalable healthcare, enterprise, and customer-facing platforms used by thousands of real users, delivering reliable engineering and intuitive user experiences. I thrive on cross-functional collaboration with clinicians, product teams, and designers to translate complex requirements into practical, accessible interfaces.

I am passionate about embracing AI-assisted tools to improve development efficiency while maintaining high code quality and system reliability. I enjoy shaping frontend architecture, design systems, and product development to create powerful, user-centered digital platforms.

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Language

English
Advanced
Sinhala, Sinhalese
Fluent

Work Experience

Intern Software Developer at ABC Tech
June 1, 2019 - May 1, 2020
During my internship at ABC Tech, I contributed to multiple projects, gaining experience in software development practices and agile methodologies. I collaborated with senior developers and participated in code reviews, enhancing my coding skills and familiarity with the development lifecycle.
Senior Software Engineer at Family Doctor Pty Ltd
January 1, 2024 - Present
Working on nationally used healthcare platforms including MyGPO Online, MyConsult and FDMobile applications. Improved application performance and reduced UI loading time across key workflows. Contributed to modernising legacy frontend systems and improving maintainability. Integrated frontend systems with healthcare APIs and backend services. Collaborated with clinicians, product teams and designers to implement real user feedback.
Senior UI/UX Engineer at E Life America
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Led UI/UX design and frontend development for multiple healthcare and cybersecurity platforms, including Mayflower Medical Group, Highkey Platform, Elife Cybersecurity Systems. Designed scalable UI systems used across applications; built reusable design components; reduced delivery timelines; collaborated with engineering teams to translate product ideas into functional interfaces.
Founder & CEO at Chamathkaara ICT Solutions
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2022
Founded and led a software development company delivering web, mobile and enterprise systems. Delivered 50+ digital platforms across healthcare, retail, and enterprise sectors. Built and launched the Nawaloka Care healthcare platform for a leading private hospital. Led cross-functional teams across design, development, and deployment; managed full product lifecycle from requirements gathering to production release.
Senior UI/UX Engineer at Ceylon X
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Responsibilities: Conducted user research and designed application flows; improved product usability and interface consistency; collaborated with engineering teams to deliver production-ready designs.
Mobile UI/UX Engineer at Nova Tech (PVT) Ltd
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Designed mobile interfaces, wireframes, and prototypes; contributed to the development of 10+ mobile applications; improved user engagement through UX patterns.
Visiting Lecturer at Java Institute
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Subjects taught: Project Management; Database Systems. Responsibilities: Developed practical curriculum for software engineering students; mentored students and supervised projects.
Developer (Operations) at Ceylon Electricity Board
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2022
Worked with enterprise systems for Sri Lanka’s largest electricity provider. Key systems: HRM system supporting 24,000+ employees; ERP and maintenance/financial systems; CB CEB care applications. Responsibilities: Maintained enterprise HR and operational systems; integrated IT with financial processes; improved system performance and reduced processing time by 35%.
Full Stack Developer at Family Doctor Pty Ltd
January 1, 2024 - Present
Developed and maintained React and React Native applications used for appointment booking, telehealth workflows and patient engagement. Improved application performance and reduced UI loading time across key workflows. Contributed to modernising legacy frontend systems and improving maintainability. Integrated frontend systems with healthcare APIs and backend services. Collaborated closely with clinicians, product teams and designers to implement real user feedback.
Full Stack Developer at ABC Tech Solutions
February 1, 2021 - Present
Responsible for developing and maintaining web applications using React, Node.js, and MongoDB, ensuring optimal performance and user experience.
Web Developer at XYZ Digital Agency
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Designed and implemented responsive web pages and applications, working closely with UX/UI designers to enhance user engagement.
Intern Software Developer at Tech Innovations
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Assisted in the development of mobile applications and participated in code reviews and testing processes.
Intern at XYZ Innovations
January 1, 2020 - October 15, 2025
Assisted in software development projects and collaborated with senior developers to create solutions.

Education

MSc in Information Technology at University of Melbourne
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at Monash University
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019
MSc IT at University of Melbourne
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
BEng (Hons) at University of Melbourne
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019
MSIT at University of Technology Sydney
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor of Science at University of Peradeniya
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Master's at Monash University
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor's at University of Melbourne
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021
Master of Science in Information Technology at Cardiff Metropolitan University
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor of Engineering (Software) at IIC University of Technology
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of Software Engineering at Java Institute
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Master of Science in Information Technology at Cardiff Metropolitan University – UK
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor of Engineering (Software) at IIC University of Technology – Cambodia
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of Software Engineering at Java Institute – Sri Lanka
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

Certified Scrum Master
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
AWS Certified Solutions Architect
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
May 1, 2023 - January 2, 2026
Member – British Computer Society (MBCS)
January 11, 2030 - April 11, 2026
Oracle Certified Java SE Programmer (OCJP)
January 11, 2030 - April 11, 2026
Oracle Certified Web Component Developer (OCWCD)
January 11, 2030 - April 11, 2026
Oracle Certified Mobile Application Developer (OCMAD)
January 11, 2030 - April 11, 2026
Member – British Computer Society (MBCS)
January 11, 2030 - April 11, 2026
Oracle Certified Java SE Programmer (OCJP)
January 11, 2030 - April 11, 2026
Oracle Certified Web Component Developer (OCWCD)
January 11, 2030 - April 11, 2026
Oracle Certified Mobile Application Developer (OCMAD)
January 11, 2030 - April 11, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services, Computers & Electronics, Healthcare, Energy & Utilities