Chriqi Karim, Ing., M.Ing
About Chriqi Karim, Ing., M.Ing
Chriqi Karim is a Senior Engineer specializing in Voice Logical Routing DevOps at TELUS in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, with over 15 years of experience in VoIP and CS Core engineering.
Current Role at TELUS
Chriqi Karim, Ing., M.Ing, currently serves as a Senior Engineer in Voice Logical Routing DevOps at TELUS. Based in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, Karim is responsible for managing and optimizing voice routing systems. His role involves leveraging extensive experience in VoIP and CS Core engineering to enhance the efficiency and reliability of TELUS’s voice services.
Previous Experience at Vidéotron
Chriqi Karim has a significant work history with Vidéotron, where he held multiple engineering positions. In 2021, he worked as the CS Core Networks Principal Engineer for 11 months in Montréal. From 2017 to 2020, he served as a CS Core Integration Engineer focusing on wireline and wireless telephony networks. Prior to that, he was a Voip Network Engineer for five years from 2011 to 2016 and a Network Designer from 2009 to 2011, both in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. His roles at Vidéotron involved integrating network systems and ensuring seamless telecommunication services.
Telecommunications Background at Maroc Telecom
Earlier in his career, Chriqi Karim worked for Maroc Telecom. From 2001 to 2007, he was a TDM Switching and SS7 Engineer, specializing in GSM network operations. His responsibilities included handling Time Division Multiplexing (TDM) switching systems and Signaling System No. 7 (SS7) networks. This solidified his expertise in fundamental telecommunication technologies.
Educational Background
Chriqi Karim pursued his education at École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS), where he achieved a Master's degree in Telecom Networks (M.Ing) from 2008 to 2009. Concurrently, he studied Project Management and obtained a certificate (Certificat) in the same period. His academic credentials are complemented by his practical experience, making him a well-rounded expert in telecommunications.
Specializations and Technical Expertise
With over 15 years in VoIP and CS Core engineering, Chriqi Karim has specialized proficiency in SS7 networks and various VoIP technologies, including SIP Trunking, TDM PRI, and PRI over SIP. He is well-versed in network integrations and TCP/IP protocols, and possesses strong project management skills within the telecommunications industry. His comprehensive technical knowledge enables him to innovate and manage complex telecommunication systems effectively.