Samir K.
About Samir K.
Samir K. is a Lead Software Engineer with extensive experience in software development and testing, currently working at AlefEdge in Pune, India. He has previously held positions at Arista Networks and Calsoft, and he specializes in cloud-native applications and network access control systems.
Work at Alef Edge
Samir K. has been serving as a Lead Software Engineer at Alef Edge since 2019. In this role, he focuses on developing and executing comprehensive test plans for cloud-native applications and network access control systems. His responsibilities include managing outsourced projects from planning through to execution and closure, ensuring successful project delivery. Samir also mentors junior engineers, enhancing their skills and knowledge in the field.
Previous Experience at Arista Networks
Prior to his current role, Samir K. worked at Arista Networks as a Senior Member of Technical Staff (MTS) from 2013 to 2018. This position followed the acquisition of Mojo Networks, Inc. During his five years at Arista Networks in Pune, Maharashtra, he gained valuable experience in networking technologies and contributed to various projects that enhanced his technical expertise.
Experience at Calsoft
Samir K. held the position of Principal Networking QA Engineer at Calsoft for eight months in 2018 to 2019. In this role, he was responsible for quality assurance processes related to networking technologies. His experience at Calsoft further solidified his expertise in testing and quality assurance within the technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Samir K. earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Computer Science from North Maharashtra University. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Networking and Telecommunication from the International Institute of Information Technology, Pune. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his technical skills and expertise in networking and telecommunications.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Samir K. demonstrates a strong skill set in various areas of technology. He specializes in testing a wide range of technologies, including 4G/LTE, MNaaS, OCS, PCRF, and edge computing. His expertise extends to creating well-defined Jira backlogs for testing assignments, prioritizing work, conducting risk analysis, and implementing agile processes. He also has experience in customer interactions for requirements gathering and addressing field issues.