Ralph Snyder
About Ralph Snyder
Ralph Snyder is a Senior Engineer in Converged Intelligent Messaging R&D at Ribbon Communications, with extensive experience in software development methodologies and expertise in Voice over IP technologies. He has a strong background in deploying services in various environments and has worked for notable companies including Nortel Networks and Bell Laboratories.
Work at Ribbon
Ralph Snyder has been employed at Ribbon Communications since 2017, serving as a Senior Engineer in the Converged Intelligent Messaging R&D department. In this role, he has contributed to the development of the Converged Intelligent Messaging platform, which integrates software-based media servers and modern management tools. His work focuses on enhancing communication technologies and improving messaging solutions within the company.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Ribbon Communications, Ralph Snyder held several significant positions in the technology sector. He worked at Nortel Networks as a Senior Programmer/Analyst from 1998 to 2001. Following that, he spent three years at GENBAND as a Senior Engineer from 2014 to 2017. His career also includes a 17-year tenure at Bell Laboratories/AT&T as a Senior Member of Technical Staff from 1981 to 1998, and a 13-year period at uReach Technologies, Inc. as a Senior Engineer from 2001 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Ralph Snyder studied Electrical Engineering Technology at Vermont Technical College, where he earned an Associate of Science degree from 1978 to 1981. He later attended Monmouth University, achieving a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from 1984 to 1989. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in software development methodologies, including both traditional waterfall and Agile approaches, as well as his specialization in Voice over IP (VoIP) and Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) technologies.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Ralph Snyder possesses extensive experience in deploying services on off-the-shelf hardware and Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) environments. He has a strong background in working with Linux operating systems, which enhances his capabilities in software development. His technical skills are complemented by his specialization in VoIP and SIP technologies, making him proficient in modern communication systems.