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

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
September 2020

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

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)