Derrick Lasantha

Java Software Engineer

Wattala, Western Province, Sri Lanka

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About me
Assistant General Manager IT - SAP Functional & Technical Consultant | Software Engineer ABAP-SAP, .NET, Java
Education
- BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT
  2011 - 2012
  BCS Information Technology
- University of Moratuwa
  2019 - 2022
  Master of Business Administration - MBA Management of Technology
  MBA in MOT is different from other MBAs. This two-year degree program aims to instill the competencies needed to function successfully in a fast-paced technical and commercial environment. This training will help with strategic management of technological assets for competitiveness and long-term growth.Experts from academia and business deliver sixteen (16) course modules, such as Project Management, Strategic Management, Technology Management, Innovation and R&D, and Business Process… Show more MBA in MOT is different from other MBAs. This two-year degree program aims to instill the competencies needed to function successfully in a fast-paced technical and commercial environment. This training will help with strategic management of technological assets for competitiveness and long-term growth.Experts from academia and business deliver sixteen (16) course modules, such as Project Management, Strategic Management, Technology Management, Innovation and R&D, and Business Process Management, in a lively and interactive manner. Show less
- Sheffield Hallam University
  2012 - 2013
  Master of Science (MSc) in Enterprise Application Development Information Technology Merit
  For those hoping to become software architects, there is a Master of Science Degree program in Information Technology with a focus on enterprise applications development. To architect and engineer large scale software projects, software engineers and developers must acquire new technologies and techniques.For years, working software engineers and developers have yearned for a professional master's degree to better their careers. This program Development will provide that demand.
Experience
- Super Fashion Garment,
  Apr 2003 - Mar 2005
  Java Software Engineer
  The Solution: This project targeted ERP system which contained three modules such as Inventory, Sales and HR.Environment: JSP, Servlet, Java Beans, Oracle DB, Oracle 9i, Crystal Reports, Oracle 9i and Jasper Reports.Project Role: Software EngineerDatabase designing and developingWeb application Developing & DesignWeb application Programming
- United Motors Group
  May 2005 - now
  • Oversee the complete project lifecycle, encompassing initial definition, meticulous planning, continuous tracking, and successful project culmination.• Take charge of day-to-day task execution, steering project advancement according to predetermined milestones.• Strategically prioritize tasks for the team, ensuring prompt and effective task completion.• Formulate and adeptly convey a lucid vision of each project's objectives, inspiring the broader team to realize all set goals.• Lead multifaceted cross-functional teams accountable for delivering pivotal project deliverables, ensuring each task is fulfilled within specified timelines, budgetary limits, and quality benchmarks.• Cultivate a constructive rapport with all project stakeholders, both internal and external clients.• Design and enact project metrics, overseeing all associated progress reporting.• Regularly update stakeholders on project progress and challenges, adeptly managing expectations concerning all project prerequisites and deliverables.• Spearhead diverse end-to-end integration scenarios that harmonize various SAP and non-SAP systems seamlessly.• Assume responsibility for managing a team of direct reports, including performance evaluations, annual leave assessments, and professional advancement initiatives. Show less
  - Assistant General Manager IT
    Apr 2023 - now
  - Senior IT Manager
    Apr 2019 - now
  - IT Manager
    Apr 2016 - Mar 2019
  - Assistant Manager IT
    Apr 2012 - Mar 2016
  - System Analyst
    Apr 2011 - Mar 2012
  - Senior Analyst Programmer
    Apr 2008 - Mar 2011
  - Analyst programmer
    May 2005 - Mar 2008
Licenses & Certifications
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
  Project Management Institute
  Jun 2019
- Project Management Professional (PMP)®
  Project Management Institute
  Jun 2016
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- Sun Certified Java Programmer for the Java 2 Platform 1.4
  Sun Microsystems
  Apr 2004
- Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)
  Microsoft
  Sept 2011