Lalith Kahatapitiya

IT Specialist | Software Engineer | Lecturer | Radiographer

Professional Summary

Former radiographer turned software engineer with a unique blend of healthcare expertise and technical prowess. Experienced in IT infrastructure management, software development, and academic instruction. Combining strong communication skills with technical knowledge to make a social impact through innovative technology solutions.

Professional Experience

IT Specialist

Saim University, Thailand
August 2025 - Present
  • Managing and maintaining university IT infrastructure and systems
  • Implementing technology solutions for academic and administrative operations
  • Providing technical support and training to faculty and staff
  • Ensuring network security and data protection across university systems
  • Collaborating with international teams on digital transformation initiatives
  • Developed Admission ERP System for the International College (ico.siam.edu) — end-to-end online application, document management, and enrollment analytics
  • Administering Moodle LMS for the International College (lmsico.siam.edu) — platform configuration, course management, faculty support, and system maintenance

Visiting Lecturer

Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education (SLIATE) - Anuradhapura
March 2025 - July 2025
  • Lectured first-year students in Software Analysis and Design (HNDIT2032)
  • Taught second-year students in Enterprise Architecture (HNDIT4232) and Business Analysis (HNDIT4222)
  • Designed and assessed practical, industry-aligned assignments
  • Used hands-on methods like case studies, demos, and projects to improve engagement

Visiting Lecturer

World Wide Wisdom Campus (PVT) Ltd
June 2023 - July 2025
  • Led IT6105 Software Development Project module for BIT Degree Program
  • Designed curriculum bridging theoretical concepts with practical industry applications
  • Mentored students through complex software architecture decisions
  • Evaluated project deliverables with detailed technical feedback

Radiographer

Asiri Group of Hospital Kandy (PVT) Ltd
February 2022 - July 2025
  • Performed digital radiography examinations producing high-quality diagnostic images
  • Conducted specialized dental imaging including OPG and lateral cephalograms
  • Executed C-RAM procedures for interventional cases across multiple specialties
  • Operated advanced CT and MRI equipment (Philips, GE, CareStream)

Co-Founder

Developers-in (PVT) Ltd
September 2020 - December 2021
  • Co-founded software development company specializing in enterprise solutions
  • Architected full-stack applications using Spring Framework with Thymeleaf frontend
  • Implemented strategic business initiatives across finance, HR, and marketing
  • Led development teams through complete software development lifecycle

Director and Lecturer

World Wide Wisdom Campus (PVT) Ltd
June 2020 - June 2023
  • Developed and implemented data-driven strategies for finance and marketing departments
  • Coordinated IT6105 Software Development Project module curriculum
  • Supervised student projects with focus on industry-relevant technologies
  • Established partnerships with technology companies for student internships

Education

Master of Computer Science

Postgraduate Institute of Science, University of Peradeniya
2020 - 2025

Bachelor of Information Technology

University of Colombo School of Computing
2015 - 2018

Higher Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography

Sri Lanka School of Radiography
2014 - 2016

Diploma in Business Management

ESOFT Metro Campus
2019 - 2020

Foundation of Human Resource Management

Chartered Institute of Personnel Management
2016 - 2016

Technical Skills

Programming Languages

  • Java
  • JavaScript
  • Python
  • SQL

Frameworks & Technologies

  • Spring Boot
  • React
  • Thymeleaf
  • Hibernate

Infrastructure & Systems

  • IT Infrastructure Management
  • Network Security
  • Database Administration
  • System Integration

Medical Equipment

  • Digital Radiography
  • CT & MRI Systems
  • Philips, GE, CareStream

Professional Memberships & Licenses

Research Interests

Academic Profiles: Google Scholar | ResearchGate | ORCID (0009-0007-3364-7811)