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Asanka Hemachandra

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I am an experienced data and AI professional with over 20 years of experience building data platforms, analytics capabilities, and enterprise solutions for global industries.

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I am an experienced data and AI professional with over 20 years of experience building data platforms, analytics capabilities, and enterprise solutions for global industries. I have a proven track record of delivering end-to-end data platforms, modern analytics, and data-driven transformations that give organisations a competitive edge.

I excel at leading technical teams, collaborating with international clients, and turning strategic business problems into concrete data solutions. I am seeking a senior data and analytics consulting role where I can leverage my blend of hands-on technical expertise and strategic problem-solving to deliver innovative results that drive business impact.

  • 22 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • Sinhala, SinhaleseAdvanced

Industry experience

  • Manufacturing
  • Software & Internet
  • Financial Services
  • Professional Services
  • Education

Work experience· 4 roles

Consultant Data & AI · FortudeMay 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 7 mos

Design and implement enterprise-scale analytics solutions across sectors, delivering insights that support strategic decision-making and operational efficiency. Led end-to-end data pipelines using Medallion and Lakehouse architectures on Microsoft Fabric and Azure Databricks, enabling faster, data-driven decision-making across business units. Managed cloud resources (Power BI capacities, Azure Databricks, Lakehouse, warehouses and storage accounts) to support scalable analytics platforms. Designed and executed advanced data models and interactive BI dashboards, integrating data from diverse sources via automated ETL workflows to accelerate access to actionable insights.

Assistant Manager IT (BI, Data Analytics and MIS) · Noratel International (Pvt) LtdMay 2014 – Apr 2024 · 10 yrs

Developed a global S&OP forecasting model across manufacturing sites in the UK, USA, Poland, Sweden, Germany, Canada, China and India, integrating ERP and HRM data to anticipate demand and bottlenecks. Built forecasting models for sales, operations, financials, HRM, and skill matrices to enhance planning and performance tracking. Implemented ERP, HRIS, and EAM solutions, designed scalable BI architecture, and established data science models including labour time prediction for manufacturing. Automated ETL processes and optimised data pipelines to improve speed and accuracy of decision-making, while improving data warehouse performance and scalability.

Senior Software Engineer · FortudeMay 2008 – May 2014 · 6 yrs 1 mo

Led requirements gathering, system analysis, and design for custom software solutions, developing middle-tier integrations and ensuring reliability and performance. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable software applications using agile methodologies, streamlined development workflows, and managed multiple projects with a focus on quality and client satisfaction.

Software Engineer · FortudeMay 2004 – May 2008 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Education

MBA in IT · University of Moratuwa (Dept. of Computer Science & Engineering)2030 – 2026
Bachelor of Science · University of Kelaniya2030 – 2026
Higher Diploma in Computer-Based Information Systems Designing · National Institute of Business Management (NIBM)2030 – 2026
Data Science Training · Data Science Training2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards

Microsoft DP-500: Designing and Implementing Enterprise-Scale Analytics Solutions Using Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Power BI2030 – 2026
Microsoft DP-600: Microsoft Certified: Fabric Analytics Engineer2030 – 2026

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