Niranjan Liyanage

@oulu.fi

University of Oulu, ITEE
University of Oulu

Niranjan Liyanage


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Senior Developer and Technical Lead with 14+ years of international experience in building scalable software systems using Java and modern JavaScript frameworks. Recently served as a Research Assistant at University of Oulu, focusing on AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) in Human–Computer Interaction (HCI), with an emphasis on user trust, digital wellbeing, and real-world usability.

Previously led large-scale digital initiatives at ICTA Sri Lanka and held senior roles at Kaleris (a Wabtec company) and other international organizations. Research interests include trust in AI systems, digital identity, and human-centered intelligent interfaces, with a focus on bridging research and industry impact.

EDUCATION

M.Sc. in Computer Science, University of Oulu (2023–2025)
MBA in Management of Technology, University of Moratuwa (2016–2018)
B.Sc. (Hons) in Information Technology, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (2003–2006)
B.Sc. in Information Technology, Curtin University (2003–2005

RESEARCH, TEACHING, or OTHER INTERESTS

Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Artificial Intelligence, Software

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • AI-driven adaptive website content for digital well-being
    S Niranjan Badde Liyanage Don, N Hettiarachchige Don, A Visuri
    Proceedings of the 28th International Academic Mindtrek Conference, 449-453 , 2025
    2025
  • Tutkimus käyttäjän luottamuksesta tekoälypohjaiseen sosiaalisen median käyttäjäprofiilin parannustyökaluun
    N Badde Liyanage Don
    N. Badde Liyanage Don , 2025
    2025

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • AI-driven adaptive website content for digital well-being
    S Niranjan Badde Liyanage Don, N Hettiarachchige Don, A Visuri
    Proceedings of the 28th International Academic Mindtrek Conference, 449-453 , 2025
    2025
  • Tutkimus käyttäjän luottamuksesta tekoälypohjaiseen sosiaalisen median käyttäjäprofiilin parannustyökaluun
    N Badde Liyanage Don
    N. Badde Liyanage Don , 2025
    2025

RESEARCH OUTPUTS (PATENTS, SOFTWARE, PUBLICATIONS, PRODUCTS)

web browser extention: Smart Adaptive Interfaces is a research-driven browser extension that leverages Large Language Models (LLMs) to dynamically modify web content for improved digital wellbeing.

CONSULTANCY

Provided public and private consultancy services through ICTA Sri Lanka, contributing to solution architecture, technical leadership, and strategic consultancy.

Industry, Institute, or Organisation Collaboration

Academic/Research: University of Oulu (Research Collaboration – AI/LLM, HCI)
Government Institute: ICTA Sri Lanka (National Digital Platforms – SLUDI)
ICT/SW Industry: Kaleris / Wabtec (Rail & Logistics Systems)
OX Consultancy, EVES Information Technology AG, Interblocks Pvt Ltd, Wavenet International

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

Senior Developer / Technical Lead with 14+ years of international experience in designing and delivering scalable software systems using Java and modern JavaScript frameworks (, React, Vue). My work spans multiple domains, including digital identity, transportation, logistics, fintech, and telecommunications, with experience across North America, Europe, and Asia.

I recently worked as a Research Assistant at University of Oulu, focusing on AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) in Human–Computer Interaction (HCI). My research explores AI-driven systems for digital wellbeing, user trust, and real-world usability, bridging academic research and industry practice. I am currently extending this focus toward Azure data engineering and agentic AI systems.

Previously, I led large-scale national digital initiatives at ICTA Sri Lanka, contributing to solution architecture, technical leadership, and strategic consultancy. I also held senior engineering and leadership roles at Kaleris (formerly ShipXpress, a Wabtec company) and other international organizations, delivering enterprise-grade systems in logistics, rail, fintech, and telecom sectors.