Summary
Samudra Kanankearachchi is a seasoned technology leader with over 18 years of experience guiding product engineering and AI adoption across sectors including electronics manufacturing, antivirus, aerospace, and ERP. Currently Director of AI & Research at 99x, he blends hands-on architecture and coding experience with senior leadership, having progressed from developer to technology director and company management. He specializes in Microsoft full-stack solutions and pioneering Large Language Model integrations (GPT/OpenAI), helping organizations translate AI research into production-ready systems. Known for leading offshore teams and close collaboration with Norwegian ISVs, he combines strategic foresight with practical delivery discipline. An academic foundation in enterprise applications (MSc, distinction) and long tenure at 99X underpin his knack for improving engineering processes while driving innovation.
9 years of coding experience
3 years of employment as a software developer
Bsc(Hons) in Computer Science and Statistics, Computer Science/Statistics, Bsc(Hons) in Computer Science and Statistics, Computer Science/Statistics at University of Peradeniya
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Enterprise Applications Development, Computer Software Engineering, Distinction (First class), Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Enterprise Applications Development, Computer Software Engineering, Distinction (First class) at Sheffield Hallam University