- Are you a student or do you work?
- Where do you work?
Im currently a network engineer working for data management systems PVT Ltd which is a fully owned Sri Lankan company
- What is your role?
I am specialized in networking and voice technologies which means Im more into configuration of devices which are internet connectivity and telephones.
- What do you like your job?
My jobs involves a lot of hands-on experience with different advanced technology which is one main reason why im loving my job. The fact that I get to travel around is another reason why I chose this job.
- Do you plan to continue in this job?
Yes I do. I am still at the primary stages of my job and I have lot to learn. Im planning to complete the CCNP level in computer networking which is the professional level for a network engineer. Likewise there are a lot more I can achieve over the years.
- Are there lots of network engineers in your City?
There are a lot of Computer network students graduating every year but its hard to find jobs since there are a limited number of networking companies in Colombo. So some work their way up in different fields and others keep trying.
- Do you get on well with your co-workers?
Yes. Most of my coworkers are of the same age except for a few so its really easy to work with them. Our company is a small one so everyone’s nice to each other and very corporative.
- What was your first day at work like?
It wasn’t that easy I should say. I wasn’t given any work on the very first day other than to fill some documents. But then I managed to survive and made some friends too.
- Why did you choose that job?
When I was in college I always wanted to become a doctor but then with time I realized that I was more keen and capable of handling technological stuff. And with time I fell in love with the subject I should say. That’s when I decided to follow a degree program on computer network and security. I should say I’ve taken a good decision.
- Do you enjoy your job?
Yes I do. I get to work with a lot of new people and companies and also be to places Ive never been. Most of all, I love working with technology like Ive told you before.