Kapil Gupta
About Kapil Gupta
Kapil Gupta is the Vice President of Engineering India at Sangoma, with extensive experience in telecommunication products and a strong background in software engineering.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
Kapil Gupta currently holds two significant positions at Sangoma, serving as the Vice President of Engineering India and the General Manager India. In these roles, he oversees the day-to-day operations of Sangoma's India office, ensuring smooth functioning and fostering a collaborative environment. His responsibilities include leadership across multiple functions, including development, QA, and support.
Previous Experience
Kapil Gupta has held several key positions in the telecommunications and software engineering sectors. From 2017 to 2022, he was the Director of Software Engineering at Sangoma, where he guided software development initiatives. He also held the position of Senior R&D Software Engineer at Sangoma from 2012 to 2013. Prior to joining Sangoma, he was the R&D Technical Lead at Mavenir Systems from 2010 to 2012, and a Senior Software Engineer at Continuous Computing from 2006 to 2010. Additionally, he worked as a Software Engineer at Motorola India Pvt Ltd from 2005 to 2006.
Educational Background
Kapil Gupta studied Computer Science at S.A.T.I., where he earned his Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree from 2000 to 2004. His educational foundation in computer science has been instrumental in his professional journey, equipping him with the technical knowledge required for his various roles in software and telecommunications engineering.
Technical Expertise
Kapil Gupta possesses extensive technical expertise in multiple areas of telecommunications and software development. He has developed telecommunication products such as PBX, Call Centre solutions, and VOIP Gateways. He has a deep understanding of open-source telephony engines like Freeswitch and Asterisk. Proficient in C/C++ programming within a multi-threaded, Linux/Unix environment, Kapil also has significant experience in full stack development using NodeJS, ReactJS, and PHP. Additionally, he has been involved in the development of SS7 protocols including ISUP, INAP, and CAP, and has expertise in wireless network architecture, particularly in CDMA, GSM, and UMTS networks.
Key Contributions at Sangoma
Kapil Gupta played a pivotal role in establishing Sangoma's Bangalore office from scratch. He was instrumental in building a team that spans various functions, including development, QA, and support. His leadership has been crucial in the successful implementation and management of Sangoma's operations in India, ensuring the smooth development and delivery of telecommunication products and services.