Sanket Ghormade

Systems Development Engineer

Datacenter server infrastructure

About Me

Professional Summary: Systems Development Engineer with specialization in test system development for Next-gen datacenter Networking Technology. Proficiency in Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking protocols. Hands on experience with datacenter router networking protocols, deployment tools, network expansion strategies and DevOps model. Experience with functional, performance, scale, system and robustness testing. Proficient with agile development methodologies. Experience with Linux environment, netmiko, paramiko, pytest framework and Python test scripting.

Skills & Expertise

Technical Skills and core competencies:

  • Networking: TCP/IP suite, Routing (OSPF, BGP), Layer 2-4 protocols
  • Tools: Git, AWS Codepipeline, Wireshark, TCP-dump, Ixia Traffic Generator
  • Datacenter Technology: Spine-Leaf architecture, Deployment tools
  • Bug Tracking: JIRA, MKS Integrity, Extraview
  • Development: Python, pytest framework
  • Certifications: Mirantis OpenStack Administrator, CCNA

Professional Experience

Systems Development Engineer

Amazon Data Services Inc (AWS Networking), Cupertino – CA • –

  • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using AWS tools for networking product's software
  • Develop integrated qualification and regression test systems for AWS datacenter networking products
  • Develop test strategies and automate test cases using pytest framework
  • Simulate complex network environments and triage networking software issues
  • Generate performance reports and ensure network quality improvement

Network Test Engineer (Software I&V Engineer - II)

Ericsson, San Jose – CA • –

  • Worked as Network Test Engineer in L2L3/NFV cross-functional team in Agile Methodology
  • Performed Functional, Scale and Throughput Testing of L2L3 features on Ericsson Virtual Router and SSR8000
  • Orchestrated and managed Virtual Machines in Openstack cloud environment using Fuel and Ericsson Cloud Manager
  • Conducted Platform and Protocols testing of layer-2, layer-3 features on Smart Service Router (SSR8000)
  • Designed test topology and methodology, developed Test Plans for Functional and Scaling test cases
  • Implemented Regression Test Automation on ARTS framework using PERL

Field Test Engineer-Intern

BlackBerry, Seattle - WA •

  • Executed test cases on pre-release and in-market BlackBerry devices for GSM and CDMA carriers
  • Executed DFIT certification for Verizon including Band 13 and Band 4 certification
  • Performed SMS over IMS verification: captured and processed layer 2 log and verified SIP messages
  • Conducted Layer 2 Log analysis on QXDM logs using QCAT tool
  • Performed Spirent Datum testing and Nomad HD voice quality testing for T-Mobile and AT&T

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Electrical Engineering Department, Southern Methodist University •

  • Teaching Assistant for Advanced Wireless Communication course under Prof. Hossam Hmimy
  • Assisted students with coursework and laboratory exercises
  • Provided guidance on wireless communication concepts and practical applications

Education

Master of Science in Telecommunication

Southern Methodist University • - • GPA: 3.78/4.00

Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunication

University of Mumbai • -

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