Hiruna Gallage

Full-Stack Developer & Software Engineer

Building innovative digital solutions through clean code and thoughtful design

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Professional Summary

Passionate Full-Stack Developer and Software Engineer with expertise in building scalable, high-performance web applications. Currently working as Associate Software Engineer at Olee AI. Experienced in modern technologies including React, Next.js, Node.js, and cloud platforms.

Professional Experience

Olee AI LLC

Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

olee.ai

Associate Software Engineer

Full-time
Aug 2025 - Present

Design and develop full-stack applications. Work with cross-functional teams to improve system performance, deliver scalable solutions, and contribute to high-quality, production-ready software. Optimize existing systems and collaborate on new feature development.

Full-Stack DevelopmentSystem PerformanceNode.jsNext.jsPythonJavaTeam CollaborationSystem Architecture

Intern - Software Engineer

Full-time
Feb 2025 - Aug 2025

Gained hands-on experience in full-stack development. Built scalable applications, implemented new features, and supported continuous improvement. Collaborated in an agile team environment with code reviews and sprint planning.

Full-Stack DevelopmentNode.jsNext.jsPythonJavaAgile Development

Education

BSc (Hons) Software Engineering, Information Technology

Cardiff Metropolitan University

2022 - 2026
Grade: 2.1 - 2nd Class Upper Division

Completed a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, building a strong foundation in computing, software engineering principles, and information technology. Gained hands-on experience through projects and practical coursework, with a focus on real-world problem solving. Developed skills in modern software development and strengthened analytical thinking, preparing to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions.

Achievements & Involvement:

Finalist - DevHeads 2024 The Buildathon (Computing Society of ICBT)
Finalist - Innovate with Ballerina Coding Challenge (WSO2 & IEEE UoM)
IEEE Student Member (Dec 2024 - Present)
IEEE Computer Society Member (Dec 2024 - Present)
IEEE CodeX Sri Lanka Organizing Committee (Dec 2024 - Present)

GCE Advanced Level (A/L), General

Nalanda College Colombo

2009 - 2022

During my time at Nalanda College, I was deeply involved in extracurricular leadership and community activities, which played a vital role in my personal and professional development. These experiences helped me build strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Key Leadership Roles:

Prefect Guild Senior Executive Prefect (2022/2023)
Road Safety Senior Field Officer (2021/2022)
Marine Engineering Association Asst. Treasurer (2021/2022)
Computer Society Editor (2021/2022)
Young Inventors Society Editor (2021/2022)

Technical Skills

Frontend

ReactNext.jsJavaScriptTypeScriptTailwind CSSHTML5CSS3

Backend

Spring BootNode.jsJavaRESTful APIsMicroservicesExpress.js

Database

MySQLPostgreSQLMongoDBRedisDatabase Design

DevOps & Tools

DockerGitLinuxAWSPostmanVS Code

Mobile

React NativeFlutteriOS DevelopmentAndroid Development

Cloud & Deployment

AWSDockerCI/CDLinux ServersNginxApache

Certifications & Achievements

Neo4j Certified Professional

Neo4jSep 2025

Credential: a9b7ed12-063b-4f26-b49d-d28961d041e2

Postman API Fundamentals Expert

PostmanOct 2024

Credential: 66ff6326c92cd746eff45f0e

Finalist - DevHeads 2024 The Buildathon

Computing Society of ICBTDec 2024

Finalist - Innovate with Ballerina Coding Challenge

WSO2 & IEEE UoMDec 2024

Credential: IWB24T10-H3jIB7bEpq

Volunteering & Community

Organizing Committee - IEEE CodeX Sri Lanka

IEEE Sri Lanka SectionProfessional Development
Dec 2024 - Present

Organize and support major national coding competitions, including NOI 2025, IEEEXtreme 19.0, and ICPC National Selections.

Event ManagementCompetitive ProgrammingCommunity Building

Chief Editor - NJOBA '22 Group

Nalanda Junior Old Boys Association (NJOBA)Leadership
Jan 2025 - Present

Lead editorial work and content strategy for the NJOBA '22 Group. Responsible for written content and official communications.

Content StrategyEditorial LeadershipCommunications

Student Member

IEEEScience and Technology
Dec 2024 - Present

Active member of the global engineering and technology community participating in professional development and networking.

Professional DevelopmentNetworking

Student Member

IEEE Computer SocietyComputing
Dec 2024 - Present

Engaged member connecting with global computing professionals and utilizing resources for technical growth.

Computing ProfessionalsTechnical Growth

Community Moderator

Devs.LKScience and Technology
Mar 2024 - Feb 2025

Managed community discussions and online engagement for one of Sri Lanka's largest developer communities.

Community ManagementEvent SupportDeveloper Relations