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Hi, I'm Malinga Bandara

Software Engineer | Backend & Full-Stack Developer

Building scalable backend systems and modern full-stack applications. Passionate about microservices architecture and cloud-ready solutions.

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Backend

Java & Spring

Full-Stack

React & MERN

API Design

RESTful Services

Who Am I

About Me

A Passionate Full-Stack Software Engineer specialized in Java & MERN Ecosystems

Malinga Bandara is a results-driven Software Engineer specializing in Java backend development using Spring Boot and modern frontend development with the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, Node.js). He has experience building scalable web applications, REST APIs, microservices architectures, and full-stack solutions that are both efficient and maintainable.

Beyond coding, Malinga continuously explores AI/ML technologies to stay ahead in the tech landscape. His goal is to engineer software that is not only functional but resilient, efficient, and beautifully constructed under the hood.

Backend Engineering

Robust APIs & Databases

Frontend Development

Modern UI/UX Design

Microservices

Scalable architectures

System Design

Clean & maintainable

Cloud-Ready

Docker & deployments

Self-Motivation & Rapid Learning

Adapts quickly to new technologies

Beyond technology, Malinga runs a motivational Facebook page called Motivation Nation, where he shares inspiring content to empower people to reach their full potential.

My Arsenal

Technical Engine

Technologies and tools I use to build high-performance, scalable full-stack applications.

Backend & APIs

Building robust, scalable architectures and secure RESTful microservices.

Java Spring Boot Node.js Express Python Git

Cloud & AI

Deployments, orchestration, and intelligence.

Docker Kubernetes GCP Linux AI/ML

Databases

Relational & NoSQL data storage solutions.

MySQL MongoDB MSSQL SQLite Firebase CDN

Frontend & UI

Crafting intuitive, responsive, and dynamic user experiences.

JavaScript React HTML5 CSS3 Tailwind Bootstrap Swift Unity

Where I've Worked

Professional Experience

Full Stack Developer

Apr 2024 – Present

Seekers Cloud Software Solutions — Sri Lanka

Developed 10+ features improving platform functionality
Increased user engagement by 20% through UX improvements
Fixed 30+ production issues maintaining 99% uptime
Integrated multiple system modules and external APIs
Optimized database queries improving performance by 15%

Intern Software Engineer

Nov 2022 – May 2023

Tecxick Software — Sri Lanka

Assisted development of software updates and new features
Debugged system issues across diverse environments
Contributed to feature delivery and agile sprint planning

My Work

Selected Projects

Explore some of the applications and systems I've built, showcasing my expertise in backend architecture and full-stack development.

Background

Education & Certs

Academic History

BSc (Hons) Software Engineering

University of Plymouth (UK) — 2023

Second Class Honours (Upper Division)

Diploma in Information Technology (DITEC)

ESOFT Metro Campus — 2017

Top Certifications

Advance Spring Developer — Developers Stack
MERN Stack Developer — Developers Stack
Java Role Certification — HackerRank
Learning REST APIs — LinkedIn
Git Essential Training — LinkedIn

Thoughts

Latest Articles

Find my latest writings on Medium regarding software architecture, backend engineering, and best practices.

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Let's Build Something Great Together

I'm currently open for new opportunities. Whether you have a question, a project idea, or just want to say hi, I'll try my best to get back to you!

dishancm6@gmail.com

076 114 4601

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