Sanka De Silva - React Developer

Q: Where is Sanka based?

Sanka is based in Espoo, Finland and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Sanka speak?

Sanka speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Finnish (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Sanka have?

Sanka has at least 11 years of experience. During this time, Sanka has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 3 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 1 month . Note that Sanka may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Sanka's latest experience?

Sanka's most recent position is React Developer at Katch .

Q: What companies has Sanka worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Sanka has worked for Katch , Hesburger , and Sampath Bank PLC .

Q: Which industries is Sanka most experienced in?

Sanka is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance , Food and Beverage , and Information Technology (IT) .

Q: Which business areas is Sanka most experienced in?

Sanka is most experienced in business areas like Operations , Customer Service , and Finance . Sanka also has some experience in Information Technology (IT) , Product Development , and Human Resources (HR) .

Q: Which industries has Sanka worked in recently?

Sanka has recently worked in industries like Banking and Finance , Food and Beverage , and Information Technology (IT) .

Q: Which business areas has Sanka worked in recently?

Sanka has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT) , Product Development , and Operations .

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Espoo, Finland

Experience

Jun 2025 - Present

9 months

Germany

React Developer

Katch

Developing and maintaining responsive web applications using React.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, and modern frontend frameworks.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement user-friendly interfaces.
Optimizing application performance and ensuring seamless user experiences.
Writing clean, reusable, and scalable code following best practices.
Integrating RESTful APIs and state management solutions (e.g., Redux, Context API).
Conducting code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting to improve application efficiency

Nov 2024 - Present

1 year 4 months

Finland

Trainer

Hesburger

Trained new employees on restaurant operations, demonstrating strong communication and leadership skills
Ensured compliance with health and safety standards, maintaining a clean and efficient work environment

May 2023 - Nov 2024

1 year 7 months

Finland

Restaurant Employee

Hesburger

Managed daily operations in a fast-paced environment, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow efficiency during peak hours

Jun 2019 - Nov 2022

3 years 6 months

Sri Lanka

Software Engineer

Sampath Bank PLC

Application design and development
Provided technical support to third party vendors
Responsible for the server side code and APIs for web applications
Involved in the entire product development life cycle including the design, development, deployment and maintenance of new and existing features
Maintained the stability and quality of web applications
Optimized the applications for maximum speed and scalability
Implemented security and data protection
Troubleshot and analyzed issues reported by clients and internal staff, performed root cause analysis and provided fixes and workarounds
Provided support and guidance to users during UAT for upgrades
Collaborated with cross functional teams in Agile environment to deliver solutions

Jan 2015 - Jun 2019

4 years 6 months

Sri Lanka

Branch Staff

Sampath Bank PLC

Performed functions of the bank's cash department as a Teller
Carried out bank account opening department functions
Conducted bank pawning department functions
Handled foreign currency operations
Handled international operations
Performed daily smooth functioning of the bank's credit management division
Analyzed and recommended revisions in bank credit and lending policy

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Banking and Finance (8 years), Food and Beverage (3 years), and Information Technology (0.5 years).

Banking and Finance

Food and Beverage

Information Technology

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Operations (7 years), Customer Service (6 years), Finance (4.5 years), Information Technology (4 years), Product Development (4 years), and Human Resources (1.5 years).

Operations

Customer Service

Finance

Information Technology

Product Development

Human Resources

Summary

Results-driven professional with 3+ years of client-facing experience in banking and tech, combining strong communication skills with a passion for building long-term relationships. Proven ability to bridge technical and business needs—whether troubleshooting software issues at Sampath Bank or training teams at Hesburger—I thrive in dynamic environments that require problem-solving and collaboration. Seeking to leverage my adaptability and commercial acumen as an Account Manager at Finnplay, contributing to the iGaming industry’s growth.

Skills

Soft Skills: Client Relationship Management, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Adaptability
Ai/ml Frameworks: Pytorch, Tenserflow
Cloud Platforms: Aws, Azure
Programming Languages: Php, Python, Javascript, Sql, C/c++
Api Integration: Restful Apis, Graphql
Data Visualization: Matplotlib, Pandas
Web Development: React, Node.js, Html, Css
Tools: Git, Docker, Confluence
Linux

Languages

English

Advanced

Finnish

Elementary

Education

Aug 2022 - Present

JAMK University

Bachelor’s of Engineering · Information Communication & Technology · Jyväskylä, Finland

Aug 2020 - Jun 2021

British Computer Society

BIT · United Kingdom

Examination Department of Sri Lanka

Advance Level Examination (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry) · Sri Lanka

Profile

Created

November 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Sanka based?

Sanka is based in Espoo, Finland and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Sanka speak?

Sanka speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Finnish (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Sanka have?

Sanka has at least 11 years of experience. During this time, Sanka has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 3 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 1 month. Note that Sanka may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Sanka be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Sanka would be well-suited for roles such as: React Developer, Trainer, Restaurant Employee.

What is Sanka's latest experience?

Sanka's most recent position is React Developer at Katch.

What companies has Sanka worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Sanka has worked for Katch, Hesburger, and Sampath Bank PLC.

Which industries is Sanka most experienced in?

Sanka is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance, Food and Beverage, and Information Technology (IT).

Which business areas is Sanka most experienced in?

Sanka is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Customer Service, and Finance. Sanka also has some experience in Information Technology (IT), Product Development, and Human Resources (HR).

Which industries has Sanka worked in recently?

Sanka has recently worked in industries like Banking and Finance, Food and Beverage, and Information Technology (IT).

Which business areas has Sanka worked in recently?

Sanka has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology (IT), Product Development, and Operations.

What is Sanka's education?

Sanka holds a Bachelor in Information Communication & Technology from JAMK University.

What is the availability of Sanka?

Sanka is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Sanka?

Sanka's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.