Driving Digital Projects from

Stratergy to Successful Deliver|

I bridge the gap between business objectives and technical execution.

Bringing together project management, software engineering, and SEO expertise to deliver meaningful digital solutions. Experienced in managing cross-functional teams, coordinating the SDLC, and translating business requirements into actionable deliverables.

Specializing in

Project Management•Full Stack Development•Client Handling
Portrait of Upani Lokusuriya

About Me

I'm a professional passionate about turning ideas into meaningful digital solutions. With 3 years of professional experience across project management, software engineering, and SEO, I bring a balanced perspective that connects business goals with technical execution.

My experience spans managing digital projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, overseeing the software development lifecycle, and ensuring solutions align with client expectations and business objectives. I enjoy working at the intersection of technology, strategy, and people, where effective collaboration and structured execution turn complex requirements into successful outcomes.

Beyond project delivery, I'm passionate about continuously exploring emerging technologies, improving digital experiences, and finding smarter ways to solve real-world problems.

My skills enable me to lead teams, bridge technical gaps, and deliver quality products.

Project Management

Proficient with Agile methodologies, ensuring timely delivery and quality assurance

Software Engineering

Expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, JQuery, MySQL, Oracle, AWS, PHP, and Laravel

SEO & Digital Growth

Improving online visibility through search optimisation, technical SEO, content strategy, and performance analysis.

Client & Stakeholder Management

Translating client requirements into actionable deliverables, managing expectations, and facilitating effective team collaboration.

Experience

My professional journey and key accomplishments

Search Engine Optimization Executive

Port City BPO, Colombo

Port City BPO, Colombo logo
February 2026 - Present
  • Managed cross-functional teams of web developers and SEO executives, coordinating task allocation and project delivery
  • Served as the primary point of contact for clients, managing requirements, expectations, and project updates
  • Planned and monitored SEO activities, including keyword research, on-page optimization, technical SEO, and content strategy
  • Managed website optimization and WordPress operations, including content updates, plugin management, theme customization, and performance improvements
  • Collaborated with content writers to develop SEO-friendly content aligned with search intent and business objectives
  • Monitored and reported organic traffic, keyword rankings, SERP visibility, and overall website health
  • Coordinated website improvements to increase organic traffic and search visibility across multiple websites

Associate Software Engineer

XGen Group, Australia

Smart Credit, Smart Collect, SmartOps App

XGen Group, Australia logo
Nov 2023 - Nov 2025
  • Designed and implemented dashboards and custom reports for real-time business insights.
  • Created complex SQL queries for advanced analytics and reporting requirements.
  • Developed REST APIs to support SmartOps App integrations.
  • Revamped legacy codebase by breaking down monolithic “spaghetti code” into smaller, reusable functions.
  • Improved image upload speed by transitioning from bytecode storage to GZIP-compressed API calls
  • Handled UAT, QA, and production deployments, ensuring smooth releases.
  • Responded to live production issues to maintain high service availability.
  • Authored User Requirement Specifications (URS) for clear and actionable development goals.
  • Participated in stakeholder and client meetings to discuss CR feasibility and project timelines.
  • Conducted release planning and scoping, aligning deliverables with business priorities.
  • Managed expectations and communication between business teams (clients), and developers.
  • Created Epics and User Stories for structured backlog management.
  • Provided customer support when needed to ensure high client satisfaction.

Software Engineer Intern

XGen Group, Australia

Smart Trade Credit, Smart Signature

XGen Group, Australia logo
April 2023 - November 2023
  • Assisted with maintenance tasks and implemented Change Requests (CRs) to improve business workflows.
  • Supported a major PHP version upgrade from 5.5 to 8.2, ensuring code compatibility and improved performance.
  • Worked with jQuery to enhance user interaction and frontend responsiveness.
  • Resolved system bugs through detailed debugging and testing, ensuring stable product releases.

Skills

My expertise and technical proficiencies

Project Management

Agile & Scrum
SDLC Management
Sprint Planning
Requirements Gathering
Stakeholder Management
Risk Mitigation
Backlog Management
Project Coordination

Software Engineering

PHP
Laravel
JavaScript
React.js
Node.js
RESTful APIs
SQL
Python

Tools & Technologies

JIRA
Confluence
Postman
Figma
Git
AWS
Linux
Microsoft Office

SEO & Digital Marketing

Technical SEO
On-Page SEO
Keyword Research
Content Strategy
Google Search Console
Google Analytics
Organic Growth
Performance Monitoring

Business & Client Management

Client Communication
Client Relationship Management
Business Requirements
Cross-functional Collaboration
Expectation Management
Team Coordination
Technical Documentation

Technical & Analytical Skills

API Development
System Integration
Database Management
SQL Query Optimization
Performance Optimization
Debugging & Troubleshooting
Data Analysis
System Modernization

Projects

A selection of my personal and professional projects

Money Lens

Money Lens

A unified financial platform that brings together financial learning, market updates, personalized insights, and practical guidance to help users understand and manage their financial decisions with greater clarity. Managed a team of 7 while contributing technically to feature development, requirements gathering, project documentation, and overall product direction.

Next.jsReactNode.js
Skill Gate Consultation Agency

Skill Gate Consultation Agency

Designed and developed a modern, sleek, and responsive digital presence for Skill Gate Consultation Agency. The website was built to clearly communicate the organization's services, establish credibility, and provide visitors with an engaging and professional user experience across devices.

Next.jsTailwind CSSFramer Motion
Shehon Learning Center

Shehon Learning Center

An ongoing digital transformation project for Shehon Learning Center, involving the management and development of the organization's complete digital presence. The project includes a modern website and a Learning Management System (LMS) designed to support students, parents, and the organization's educational operations.

Next.jsReactWordPress
SEO & Digital Growth

SEO & Digital Growth

A collection of SEO projects demonstrating measurable improvements in organic visibility, keyword rankings, website performance, and search traffic. The project showcases real-world SEO strategy, technical optimization, content optimization, and performance monitoring through documented results.

SEOTechnical SEOKeyword Research

Education

My academic background and qualifications

Bachelor of Science(Hons) in Computer Science

University of Westminster

Associated with IIT

Studying a comprehensive computer science program, currently on 4th year of study, with a focus on software development, databases, client server architecture, and system design. Gained a strong foundation in computer science principles and engineering practices that have been instrumental in my professional career.

GCE Advanced Level

St. Paul's Girls School, Milagiriya

Biological Stream (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

GCE Ordinary Level

Vidura College, Colombo

BAchieved 8 Distinction Passes (As) and 1 Very Good Pass (B) with basket subjects English Literature, Commerce and ICT

Certifications & Badges

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

12-weeks, full-time skills development and training program on IT, AWS Cloud, and professional skills.

Postman Student Expert

Postman Student Expert

Recognized as a Postman Student Expert for API testing and collaboration skills.

Cambridge Exams

Cambridge Exams

Achieved high scores in Cambridge English exams demonstrating proficiency in English. (Starters, Movers, Flyers, KET, PET, FCE)

Get In Touch

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