Doug Jones
About Doug Jones
Doug Jones is a Principal Architect at CableLabs, where he has worked since 2017, focusing on advanced network technologies. He has extensive experience in the cable industry, having held key positions at BigBand Networks, Comcast Cable, and Bellcore.
Work at CableLabs
Doug Jones has served as Principal Architect at CableLabs since 2017. In this role, he focuses on advancing network technologies, particularly through Proactive Network Maintenance. He leads the Full Duplex (FDX) DOCSIS project, which emphasizes distributed access technologies, including CMTS and OLT, as well as hybrid fiber-coaxial (HFC) and fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) technologies. His work includes involvement in optical projects, such as Passive Optical Networks (PON) and DOCSIS over RFoG. Jones also participates in interoperability exercises for DOCSIS 4.0 cable modems and Remote PHY equipment, contributing to multi-vendor interoperability testing for DOCSIS 4.0 technology.
Previous Experience
Before joining CableLabs, Doug Jones held several significant positions in the telecommunications industry. He worked at Comcast Cable as Vice President of Access Technologies in the Office of the CTO from 2009 to 2016. Prior to that, he was Chief Cable Architect at BigBand Networks from 2006 to 2009. His career began at Bellcore, where he was a Member of the Technical Staff from 1986 to 1992. Jones also worked at U S WEST Advanced Technologies as an Engineer for one year in 1992. Additionally, he had a previous tenure at CableLabs from 1996 to 2003, focusing on DOCSIS, CableHome, and PacketCable.
Education and Expertise
Doug Jones has an extensive educational background in engineering and technology. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin, where he studied from 1982 to 1986. He also obtained a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the same institution during the same period. Earlier, he studied at the University at Albany, achieving a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, Biology, and Chemistry from 1978 to 1982. This diverse educational foundation supports his expertise in network technologies and engineering.
Technical Contributions
In his current role at CableLabs, Doug Jones has made significant contributions to network technology advancements. He led a DOCSIS 4.0 Interop event that achieved a downstream speed exceeding 9 Gbps. His involvement in interoperability testing for DOCSIS 4.0 technology demonstrates his commitment to enhancing network performance and reliability. Jones's focus on distributed access technologies and his leadership in projects like Full Duplex DOCSIS highlight his role in shaping the future of broadband communications.