Shanaka Fernando
About Shanaka Fernando
Shanaka Fernando is a Technical Lead at Coda Payments in Singapore, with extensive experience in Agile methodologies and object-oriented programming. He holds a B.Eng (Hon's) in Software Engineering from the University of Westminster and has worked in various technical roles across multiple companies since 2008.
Work at Coda Payments
Shanaka Fernando has been serving as a Technical Lead at Coda Payments since 2020. In this role, he leverages his extensive knowledge of Agile methodologies and object-oriented programming to lead technical projects. His responsibilities include overseeing software development processes and ensuring the successful implementation of technology solutions. Coda Payments operates in the digital payments sector, and Shanaka's expertise contributes to the company's mission of providing seamless payment experiences.
Education and Expertise
Shanaka Fernando studied at Prince of Wales' College, where he achieved qualifications in Combined Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and English. He furthered his education at the University of Westminster, earning a B.Eng (Hon's) in Software Engineering from 2008 to 2013. His academic background supports his proficiency in various programming languages, including Objective C, Swift, and PHP, as well as his skills in using APIs, frameworks, and libraries such as SpringBoot, Hibernate, and React Native.
Professional Background
Shanaka Fernando has a diverse professional background in software engineering. Before joining Coda Payments, he worked at DBS Bank as a Tech Lead for one year. His earlier experience includes roles at LSEG Technology, where he served as a Senior Software Engineer and later as a Specialist Software Engineer. He also contributed to OpenMRS and worked as a Java JavaEE Consultant at V-Key. His career began at Zone24x7, where he progressed from Trainee Software Engineer to Senior Software Engineer.
Technical Skills and Tools
Shanaka Fernando possesses a comprehensive skill set in software development and engineering. He is proficient in continuous integration tools such as Bamboo and AWS CodePipeline, and has a strong background in version control systems, specifically GIT and SVN. His experience extends to middleware technologies like Docker and IBM MQ, and he is familiar with various operating systems, including UNIX, Fedora, and Ubuntu. Additionally, he utilizes modeling platforms like Enterprise Architect and Microsoft Visio for software design.