Joseph Olakangil
About Joseph Olakangil
Joseph Olakangil is a Software Engineer at Arista Networks, Inc. with extensive experience in developing embedded systems for networking equipment.
Current Position at Arista Networks
Joseph Olakangil is currently employed as a Software Engineer at Arista Networks, Inc. His responsibilities focus on the development and integration of networking equipment. His expertise in developing embedded systems using vxWorks and Linux aligns well with Arista Networks' focus on high-performance networking solutions.
Previous Experience at F5 Networks
In 2011, Joseph Olakangil worked as a Senior Software Engineer at F5 Networks for a period of 6 months. During his tenure, he contributed to the development and enhancement of networking technologies, leveraging his skills in Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding features.
Role at Alcatel-Lucent
Joseph Olakangil served as a Software Engineer at Alcatel-Lucent from 2000 to 2011. Over his 11-year tenure, he was instrumental in engineering networking systems, specializing in the integration of Quality of Service (QoS) and Access Control Lists (ACLs). His work involved rigorous implementation of networking protocols and security features.
Educational Background
Joseph Olakangil holds a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from Utah State University, which he obtained between 1998 and 2000. His advanced studies provided a solid foundation for his career in software engineering, particularly in the areas of embedded systems and networking.
Early Career and Tata Infotech
Joseph Olakangil began his career at Tata Infotech, where he worked as a Software Engineer from 1997 to 1998. This early role set the stage for his subsequent career in developing embedded systems and network security features. Shortly after, he moved to Applied Microsystems for a brief stint in 2000 before joining Alcatel-Lucent.
Specialization in Embedded Systems and Networking
Joseph Olakangil specializes in the design and development of embedded systems for networking equipment, utilizing vxWorks and Linux. His expertise extends to scripting languages such as Tcl and Expect, and his work focuses on implementing Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding features, QoS, and ACLs. His background in integrating security features at both Layer 2 and Layer 3 levels ensures robust and secure networking solutions.