John Volkering
About John Volkering
John Volkering is a System Engineer at Versa Networks in Amsterdam, with extensive experience in IP networking and telecommunications. He has held various roles at companies such as Ericsson, Lucent Technologies, and Redback Networks, demonstrating a strong focus on virtualization technologies and customer engagement.
Work at Versa Networks
John Volkering has been employed at Versa Networks as a System Engineer since 2017. His role involves leveraging his extensive knowledge in IP networking infrastructures to support the company's initiatives in virtualization and network function virtualization (NFV) and software-defined networking (SDN) technologies. Based in Amsterdam, he contributes to the development and implementation of solutions that enhance telecommunications efficiency.
Previous Experience at Ericsson
Prior to his current position, John Volkering worked at Ericsson in multiple roles. He served as a Principal Pre-Sales Network Architect from 2011 to 2015, where he focused on designing network solutions for clients. Before that, he was a Consulting Engineer from 2009 to 2011, providing expert advice on network infrastructure. His tenure at Ericsson spanned a total of six years.
Background in Telecommunications
John Volkering has a diverse background in telecommunications, having worked in various capacities since the early 1990s. He began his career as a Field Service Engineer at Racal Datacom from 1991 to 1996. He later held positions at Lucent Technologies as a Product Manager from 2001 to 2005 and at Redback Networks, an Ericsson Company, as a System Engineer and Senior Systems Engineer from 2005 to 2009. His experience encompasses both service provider and enterprise segments.
Expertise in IP Networking
John Volkering possesses expertise in IP networking infrastructures, including MPLS, IPoWDM, and Mobile Packet Core (EPC) applications. His technical skills are complemented by a strong focus on the virtualization of telecommunications, particularly through NFV and SDN technologies. This combination of knowledge allows him to effectively address the needs of local, regional, and global customers.
Professional Approach and Attitude
John Volkering is recognized for his pragmatic 'getting things done' attitude. He is motivated and result-focused, which has been evident throughout his career in various roles. His experience in pre-sales and consulting has equipped him with the ability to work effectively with clients, ensuring that their network requirements are met efficiently.