Samitha Nanayakkara
Senior Technical Lead | AI, Web & Mobile Innovation
I translate complex technical challenges into elegant, scalable solutions, currently spearheading next-generation AI initiatives to drive business growth and redefine user experiences.
The Principle: Engineering Impact. Architecting the Future with AI.
Driven by a passion for meaningful innovation, I explore the frontiers of AI, Web, and Mobile development. My vision is to build cutting-edge, human-centered products that genuinely improve lives and transform businesses.
My purpose is to bridge complex technology with tangible human benefit through meticulous craftsmanship, user empathy, and transparent communication, ensuring shared vision and success.
Beyond projects, I'm committed to empowering the next generation. As a Lecturer and an ADPList Top 50 Mentor (Oct-Dec 2024), I strive to foster growth and help shape a future where technology is wielded with skill and purpose.
Creates Impact
Key achievements demonstrating tangible results and strategic value.
Strategic Technical Leadership
Revolutionized PR velocity & dev efficiency via an AI-augmented strategy.
Mobile Innovation Excellence
Savings of 5000+ USD MONTHLY! An innovative in-app mobile solution, eliminating external processing costs.
Web & AI Architecture Mastery
Delivered through an AI-driven Deep Learning & OCR solution for KYC automation.
Enterprise Process & Quality Engineering
Championed enterprise-wide SonarQube adoption, enhancing code health globally by resolving 1,000+ critical vulnerabilities in a key system and improving overall software quality and customer satisfaction.
Proven Project Delivery
Successfully delivered over 20 diverse mobile and web projects for 10+ medium to large-scale businesses across FinTech, InsurTech, Telecommunication and Sports industries.
My Story & Trajectory
A progression of roles that have shaped my expertise and leadership in technology. My journey is fueled by a drive to solve complex problems and build solutions that truly matter, consistently embracing challenges that push the boundaries of innovation across AI, Web, and Mobile landscapes. Currently, this passion is focused on spearheading a cutting-edge AI product to deliver unprecedented value.
Calcey Technologies
Leading technical initiatives and driving innovation in AI, mobile, and web solutions.
EchonLabs Pvt Ltd
Developed scalable applications and mentored development teams.
Axiata Digital Labs
Contributed to telecommunications solutions reaching millions of users.
Signature Projects
A glimpse into projects delivering measurable results and significant business impact across AI, Web, and Mobile.
AI-Powered Developer Velocity Initiative
Slashed PR merge times by 75% & cut initial bug reports by ~30%.
Challenge
Addressing development bottlenecks and improving code quality through innovative process changes.
Solution
Led the strategy, integration, and company-wide adoption of an AI code review assistant combined with optimized engineering workflows.
My Role
Senior Technical Lead @ Calcey
Technologies
'Mobile App of the Year' - Insurance Platform
Achieved 4.8+ user ratings and secured 'Mobile App of the Year' (Insurance Asia Awards 2022).
Challenge
Design and deliver a market-leading, user-friendly insurance mobile application from concept to launch.
Solution
Led end-to-end development, focusing on intuitive UX, robust backend integration, and agile delivery.
My Role
Associate Technical Lead @ EchonLabs
Technologies
Client Cost-Saving Geo-Location Extension
Saved a key client over $30,000 by preventing a costly legacy application rewrite.
Challenge
The client needed advanced location tracking and heatmap capabilities, initially considering a full, expensive system overhaul.
Solution
Engineered and delivered a critical React Native extension that provided the required functionality as an efficient add-on, directly averting the need for a complete rewrite.
My Role
Software Engineer @ Axiata Digital Labs
Technologies
Celcom Life - Telecom Super App (10M+ Downloads)
Contributed to an app achieving 10M+ global downloads and high user ratings (e.g., 4.2+).
Challenge
Developing key complex features for a large-scale telecommunications app, including innovative digital KYC solutions.
Solution
Delivered robust and scalable mobile features focusing on seamless user experience and integration with backend services.
My Role
Software Engineer @ Axiata Digital Labs
Technologies
Let's Build Something Exceptional
Currently based in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Relocating to Toronto, ON, Canada as a Permanent Resident. I'm passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex challenges and drive transformative results. If you're seeking technical leadership for ambitious AI, Web, or Mobile initiatives, particularly for impactful Senior Technical Lead, Staff Engineer, or Lead Engineer roles in the Greater Toronto Area, or wish to explore collaborations, I'd be delighted to connect.