Keith Conger
About Keith Conger
Keith Conger serves as the Director of DSP and Network Processor Software at Ribbon Communications, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in leading product development teams and managing software engineering projects, with a background that includes significant roles at Sonus Networks and Motorola.
Work at Ribbon
Keith Conger has been serving as the Director of DSP and Network Processor Software at Ribbon Communications since 2023. In this role, he oversees the development of software solutions related to digital signal processing and network processing. His responsibilities include leading product development teams that consist of hardware, firmware, software, and quality assurance engineers. Conger previously held the position of Associate Director for DSP and Network Processor Software at Ribbon from 2017 to 2023.
Education and Expertise
Keith Conger earned a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Digital Signal Processing from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, completing his studies from 1988 to 1993. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive experience in the field. Conger has over 10 years of experience in building and managing software engineering teams, demonstrating his expertise in leadership and project management.
Background
Keith Conger has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles within the telecommunications industry. He began his career at Motorola as a Staff Engineer from 1993 to 2000. He then transitioned to Sonus Networks, where he held multiple positions, including Member of the Technical Staff, Manager of DSP Firmware, and Senior Manager of DSP and Network Processor Firmware, accumulating a total of 14 years at Sonus. His experience spans from 2000 to 2017, after which he returned to Ribbon Communications.
Achievements
Keith Conger has a proven track record in leading full life-cycle engineering projects from concept to delivery. He has successfully managed projects that achieved government security certifications, including FIPS and JITC, for telecom products. His ability to manage multiple software development teams across the United States and India highlights his leadership skills and project management capabilities.