Profile
Electrical and Electronic Engineering graduate with a strong academic foundation in Embedded Systems, Communication Systems, and Machine Learning. Passionate about advancing knowledge through innovation and research, with a proven track record of leadership, teamwork, and excellent communication abilities. Skilled at contributing to multidisciplinary research teams.
Research Interests
Education
B.Sc. Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
2018 – 2023
GPA: 3.35/4.00, Second Class Honours (Upper Division)
GCE Advanced & Ordinary Levels
Maliyadeva College, Kurunegala, Sri Lanka
2010 – 2017
- GCE Advanced Level Examination: 3 A’s, z-score: 2.2366, Island Rank: 141, District Rank (Kurunegala): 10
- GCE Ordinary Level Examination: 9 A’s
Publications
Research Experience
Damage Assessment after Natural Disasters with UAVs: Semantic Feature Extraction using Deep Learning
2024
Proposes a novel semantic extractor for identifying critical data in real-time onboard UAVs, reducing data transmission. Techniques included Semantic Segmentation, Deep Learning, and Visual Question Answering.
Supervisors: Dr. Tharindu Fernando, Dr. Himal A. Suraweera, Prof. Sridha Sridharan, Prof. Clinton Fookes.
Identification of Attention Level by Gaze Recognition Using a Semantic Communication System
2023
Improved video conferencing by using gaze estimation to calculate attention scores and applying semantic communication with GANs to reduce bandwidth by 80%.
Supervisors: Dr. Himal A. Suraweera, Prof. Maheshi B. Dissanayake.
Sum Rate Maximization in STAR-RIS Assisted Full-Duplex Communication Systems
2022
Investigated sum rate performance by optimizing reflection/transmission coefficients. Proposed low-complexity solutions using successive convex approximation. Techniques included RIS, Full-Duplex Communication, and Convex Optimization.
Supervisors: Dr. Himal A. Suraweera, Dr. Dhanushka Kudathanthirige.
Professional Experience
Co-Founder & Lead Engineer
Resowave (Pvt.) Ltd. [Full-time]
Feb 2025 – Present
Co-founded a startup delivering electromagnetic technology services for industrial and research applications.
Electronic Engineer
Vega Innovations (Pvt.) Ltd. [Full-time]
Jan 2024 – Jan 2025
- Developed an anomaly detection model for a facial recognition system using Depth and IR cameras.
- Configured RFID antenna systems for electronic toll counter lanes on Sri Lankan highways.
- Designed a LoRa-based smart farm sensor network with intelligent control leveraging large language models.
- Developed a PV harvest monitoring tool for Vega ETX, Sri Lanka’s first electric three-wheeler, as an IoT solution.
- Designed the communication module for a home automation system using the Openthread protocol.
- Contributed to the calibration process of UFill, Sri Lanka's first liquid vending machine.
Research Associate (Audio-Visual)
GCRF One Health Poultry Hub [On Contract]
Jan 2024 – Mar 2024
Analyzed audio and video content related to poultry and created a video output as requested by the project team.
Trainee Associate Electronics Engineer
Zone24x7 (Pvt.) Ltd. [Internship]
Jan 2022 – May 2022
- Participated in a network Quality of Service (QoS) monitoring project.
- Created a testing and monitoring framework using eBPF Technology.
Awards & Achievements
- First Place, Undergraduate Thesis Project Competition (2023)
- First Place, IEEE Innovation Nation Sri Lanka (INSL) Central Province Competition (2023)
- Second Runners-Up, Hack:AI Competition (2022)
- 8th Place, International Rover Design Challenge (2021)
- Global Finalist, NASA EO Dashboard Hackathon (2021)
- Third Runners-Up, Mars Hackathon (2020)
- Top 10, ASTRA Satellite Development Hackathon (2019)
Projects
Smart Garbage Disposal System
2023
Developed a prototype for a smart garbage disposal system that incentivizes users with rewards for proper garbage disposal.
Sendie - Communication Device
2022
Designed a half-duplex communication system using the ESP-NOW wireless protocol for the Electronic Product Design module.
Crop Prediction Model using Weather Data
2021
Developed a supervised machine learning model for predicting crop yields based on weather data.
Supervisors: Dr. Tharindu Weerakoon, Dr. Nalin Harischandra, Dr. Lasanthika Dissawa.
Development of an ICU Ventilator
2021
Contributed to the Human-Machine Interface (HMI) design and programmed the control system for an ICU ventilator.
Supervisors: Prof. Lilantha Samaranayake, Dr. Nalin Harischandra, Dr. Tharindu Weerakoon.
Design of a Wireless Oximeter
2021
Designed a compact and efficient wireless oximeter, recognized under the IEEE Covid Project Grant.
High-Altitude Balloon Project (Serendib 1.0 and 2.0)
2020-2021
Served as the electronic design team lead, payload manager, and ground station control lead (SEDS Sri Lanka).
Technical Skills
Programming Languages
Python, C, C++, MATLAB, HTML/CSS/Js
Hardware Platforms
Jetson Nano/Orin, Raspberry Pi, TI-C2000, ESP32, STM32, Arduino
Design Tools
KiCAD, Altium, SolidWorks, Adobe Creative Suite
Leadership & Activities
Leadership Roles
- Member- Advisory Board, SEDS Sri Lanka (2021–Present)
- Chairperson, IEEE Student Branch, University of Peradeniya (2022–2023)
- Vice Chairperson, IEEE Student Branch, University of Peradeniya (2021–2022)
Extracurricular Activities
- Producer of the upcoming TV series titled "Last Man"
- Drone Pilot specializing in Aerial Cinematography
- Active Photographer with National and International Awards
- Amateur Radio Operator, General Class, Call Sign: 4S6VNO
- Tabla Player in University Music Group
Voluntary Work
- Lighting Design for dramas and stage performances.
- Photographer, Google Developers Group - Sri Lanka.
- Creative Producer, IEEE Sri Lanka Section Congress.
- Mathematics Tutor and Student Mentor, Sasnaka Sansada.
- Conducted astronomy-related lectures for school students.