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Manindra De Mel

Canberra

Summary

Versatile and motivated Full Stack Developer and Data Analyst with hands-on experience in building scalable web applications, analyzing complex datasets, and delivering data-driven business insights. Proficient in modern front-end frameworks like Angular and React, back-end development with Java (Grails) and Python, and database management with MySQL. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions, utilizing Agile methodologies. Strong problem-solving skills, a commitment to continuous learning, and a proven ability to adapt to dynamic environments. Passionate about leveraging technology to optimize processes and drive innovation.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Full Stack Web Developer & Data Analyst

MHITS AU
08.2023 - Current
  • Full Stack Development: Proficient in Angular and React for front-end, Java (Grails) for back-end, and MySQL for database management.
  • Programming: Strong skills in Python for scripting and data analysis, with expertise in building scalable web applications.
  • Data Analysis: Experienced in collecting, analyzing, and visualizing data to drive business decisions, using tools like Pandas, NumPy, and Matplotlib.
  • Database Management: Skilled in designing schemas, writing optimized SQL queries, and performing ETL operations.
  • Agile Development: Delivered projects in Agile/Scrum environments, utilizing tools like JIRA for collaboration.

Stomble

Backend Engineer
11.2022 - 03.2023
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Developed back-end components to connect applications with web services.
  • Performed advanced engineering in configuration, management and deployment of AWS cloud environments.
  • Oriented newly hired employees by providing company information, facilitating onboarding processes and establishing position-related requirements.
  • Wrote unit tests to evaluate high code coverage.
  • Explained technical trade-offs of different approaches to stakeholders and estimated development time required.

Data Analyst, Software Developer

Quintet Automotive
06.2021 - 11.2021
  • Designed and developed schema data models.
  • Evaluated trends to understand competitive environments and assess current strategies.
  • Participated in requirements meetings and data mapping sessions to understand business needs.
  • Built library of models and reusable knowledge-base assets to produce consistent and streamlined business intelligence results.

Trainee

Academy Of Interactive Entertainment
04.2019 - 04.2019
  • Attended training courses to build an understanding of processes, techniques and industry.
  • Learned new materials, processes and programs quickly.
  • Maintained high levels of efficiency during training by taking detailed notes and asking questions.
  • Shadowed senior team members to learn all related jobs.

Education

Bachelor Of Advanced Computing (Honours) - Computer Science

Australia National University
Canberra
07-2026

Senior Secondary Certificate -

Burgmann Anglican School
12.2021

Senior Secondary Certificate -

Australian National University
09.2021

Skills

  • Full Stack Web Development (Angular, React, Java, Grails)
  • Deep Learning (RNNs, CNNs, LSTMs, NEAT)
  • Computer Vision and Image Processing
  • Natural Language Processing (NLP)
  • Data Analysis and Visualization (Python, Pandas, Matplotlib)
  • Database Management (MySQL, MongoDB, SQL Server)
  • Machine Learning Model Development and Optimization
  • Cloud Computing (AWS, GCP)
  • RESTful API Development
  • Agile Development Methodologies (Scrum, JIRA)
  • Neural Network Design and Training
  • Document Analysis and Information Retrieval

Accomplishments

2024

  • Competed in the Jane Street Electronic Trading Challenge, applying quantitative trading strategies in a simulated electronic market, honing skills in algorithmic trading, financial modeling, and real-time decision-making.
  • Successfully launched Harin's Teas (harinsteas.com.au), an e-commerce business selling premium Sri Lankan tea online, involving website development, marketing strategies, and customer experience management.
  • Secured 4th place in the AI Hack Melbourne competition with an AI-based surgical scheduling tool.

2023

  • Contributed to the renowned ChatDev project under OpenBmb as a DevOps Specialist.
  • Participated in ANU Formula Sport, developing an autonomous racing car, gaining hardware and software experience.
  • Secured multiple freelance roles, expanding into stock trading bot development and Proximal Policy Optimization (PPO) for AI-based trading models.
  • Founded Canberrawebsites.org, creating custom websites for local businesses.

2022

  • Joined Stomble as a Backend Engineer, gaining expertise in AWS and server-side development.
  • Authored a research paper on the backpropagation algorithm, advancing knowledge of neural networks.

2021

  • Presented at PyCon AU, sharing insights with the Python community.
  • Achieved Runners-up position in Lockheed Martin’s Code Quest.
  • Celebrated as a Regional Winner of Young ICT Explorers, receiving recognition for innovative technology solutions.

Timeline

Full Stack Web Developer & Data Analyst

MHITS AU
08.2023 - Current

Stomble

Backend Engineer
11.2022 - 03.2023

Data Analyst, Software Developer

Quintet Automotive
06.2021 - 11.2021

Trainee

Academy Of Interactive Entertainment
04.2019 - 04.2019

Senior Secondary Certificate -

Burgmann Anglican School

Senior Secondary Certificate -

Australian National University

Bachelor Of Advanced Computing (Honours) - Computer Science

Australia National University
Manindra De Mel