Chirag Dholakia
About Chirag Dholakia
Chirag Dholakia is a Software Test Engineer with expertise in network automation and migration processes. He has worked for several companies, including Versa Networks and AT&T Labs, and holds multiple certifications in networking and cloud solutions.
Work at Versa Networks
Chirag Dholakia has been employed at Versa Networks as a Software Test Engineer since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing and testing software solutions within the network automation domain. His work involves utilizing Python and various open-source libraries to create tools and applications that enhance network functionality. His position is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he contributes to the company's initiatives in network technology.
Education and Expertise
Chirag Dholakia holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Telecommunications Engineering from the University of Maryland College Park, which he completed from 2015 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Electronics and Telecommunications from K. J. Somaiya College of Engineering, studying from 2011 to 2015. His expertise includes network migration processes, and he holds certifications such as the Juniper Networks Certified Associate (JNCIA) - DevOps and AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Versa Networks, Chirag Dholakia gained valuable experience in various roles. He worked as a Network Engineer at AT&T Labs, Inc. from 2017 to 2021, where he was contracted with The KOHL Group. Prior to that, he served as an RF Intern at TeleWorld Solutions for two months in 2017 and as a Network Infrastructure Intern at United Therapeutics for two months in 2016. These positions provided him with practical knowledge in network engineering and infrastructure.
Certifications and Skills
Chirag Dholakia has obtained several professional certifications that enhance his qualifications in the field of network engineering. He holds the Juniper Networks Certified Associate (JNCIA) - DevOps certification, which demonstrates his proficiency in DevOps practices related to networking. Additionally, he is an AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, indicating his capability in designing and deploying applications on Amazon Web Services. His skills are particularly focused on network automation and migration.