Women in Zinkworks

My name is Nishadi Wasala, and I am passionate about backend development. In addition to my work as an apprentice software engineer at Zinkworks, I enjoy cooking, traveling, and reading books. Before starting my career in IT Sector, I worked in Sri Lankan Civil Service for over 10 years, where I held roles such as Deputy Commissioner and Divisional Secretary in various ministries, including Ministry of Public Administration, Home Affairs, Provincial Councils and Local Government​

After moving to Ireland, I decided to shift my career from Civil Service to the IT sector. Although my first degree was in Computer Science, I had been out of the tech field for over a decade, and I had no prior experience in the IT industry. My journey back to the tech world was challenging, but it was also incredibly rewarding. As a mother of two boys, balancing family life and career aspirations made the process even more demanding, but I embraced the challenge with determination.

I joined Zinkworks in 2018 as a software engineer, where I gained extensive experience in designing, coding, and testing. As my career evolved, I transitioned into the role of a Scrum Master, where I facilitated agile development processes and coordinated cross-functional teams. In this role, I ensured smooth communication between the stakeholders and developers, helping my team stay focused and on track to meet project goals.
Zinkworks fosters a supportive environment that values individual growth. Recognizing my ambition to transition into project management, they provided me with the opportunity to do so upon my return from maternity leave.

I am proud that I work at Zinkworks, where employees and their interests’ matter!

I joined Zinkworks in 2021 as a software engineer . Since then, I have had the privilege of working on a variety of projects including EST ,Kafka, each with their own unique applications and toolsets. These experiences have significantly expanded my experience and knowledge in the field.

As I reflect on my journey, I am incredibly proud of the progress I have made in my career. The most rewarding aspect of working at Zinkworks is the people. There is always something new to learn along with countless opportunities to interact with cutting-edge technologies. I am truly grateful to work here with a great group of people. Zinkworks truly fosters an environment where software engineers can continually grow and evolve.

I’m a Software Engineer by background, I’ve graduated in Software Development and Information Systems, with a Post Graduation in Software Design with Artificial Intelligence. I’m responsible for the smooth management of one of our client’s account and I’m also responsible for ensuring the smooth delivery by our teams in this client. ​

I’m the founder of a Brazilian community of Women in IT called Minas da TI, which has been around for almost 10 years. The goal of the community is to inspire and support people who identity as women to succeed in their IT journey. In Ireland I’m part of the Midlands Women in Tech group and I’m a Google Women TechMakers Ambassador. I also have a small dog called Boi and I absolutely love dogs 😊

I’m a DevOps developer with a passion for continuous learning and growth. Outside of work, I love traveling, going for walks, watching movies, and enjoying great conversations with friends.

I began my career as an Automation Tester in India and Zinkworks is my first company in Ireland after completing masters. The best thing about Zinkworks is its supportive and friendly environment. The management genuinely cares about our growth, offering plenty of learning opportunities through hands-on projects and structured courses. The work-life balance here is fantastic—it allows me to keep growing professionally while also spending quality time with my family. I’ve had the chance to work on multiple projects, explore new technologies, and build meaningful connections. And, of course, I truly enjoy the fun moments spent chit-chatting with colleagues, which makes every day at work even better!