CV
Education
- Ph.D in Engineering and Computer Science, The Australian National University, 2017-2021
- Pattern Recognition for Complex Heterogeneous Time-Series Data
- BSc. Hons Computer Science and Engineering, The University of Moratuwa, 2011-2016
Professional Experience
AI Consultant
Quantuma | July 2025 - Present | Toronto, Canada (Remote)
- Consulting to a successful AI startup on advanced AI systems and the integration of agentic AI workflows into production-grade solutions
- Design and prototype intelligent automation tools and decision-support pipelines combining machine learning, forecasting, and natural-language reasoning
- Advise on AI architecture, orchestration, and deployment to enhance scalability and responsiveness of applied solutions
Research Fellow / Lecturer
The University of Melbourne | 2022 - Present | Melbourne, Australia
- Lead and collaborate on projects applying AI, LLMs, agent-based modelling, and data science to complex social and spatial systems
- Conduct research on neural network architectures, automation, and the integration of ethical and explainable AI into real-world contexts
- Design and implement predictive and simulation-based workflows to support evidence-based decision-making
- Lecturing, Subject Coordinating, and Developing teaching material for AI for Engineering and Numerical Methods for Engineers
- Key Achievements:
- Developed advanced analytics methodologies for clients (under tender), including WorkSafe Victoria and TAC Victoria
- Built a participatory AI model exploring housing, health, and spatial dynamics
Senior Technical Officer
The University of New England | 2021 - 2022 | Armidale, Australia
- Delivered predictive modelling and simulation frameworks to support national COVID-19 response and public health policy
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary health and policy teams to translate complex data into actionable insights
- Played a key technical role in Australia’s pandemic response through rapid, high-impact AI-driven modelling and data analytics
Casual Academic/Professional
The Australian National University | 2017 - 2018 | Canberra, Australia
- Tutor for Engineering Data Analytics and Foundations of Computing
- Data Analyst for the Research School of Humanities & the Arts
Casual Academic
The University of Moratuwa | 2015 - 2016 | Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
- Tutor for Computer Networks, Machine Learning, and Communication Skills
Key Skills
- AI Systems & Workflow Design: Intelligent, data-driven workflows integrating automation, forecasting, and model-based decision support
- Machine Learning & Neural Networks: Neural network architectures, predictive modelling, pattern recognition, and forecasting
- Data Analysis & Forecasting: Time-series analysis, regression, and simulation modelling
- Programming & Technical Proficiency: Python (pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, PyTorch), SQL, and R
- Consulting & Solution Delivery: Translating complex AI and data science concepts into practical, value-focused solutions
- Leadership and Mentoring: Coordinating interdisciplinary teams, mentoring PhD students
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