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HEMANTH RAJ

@hemanthraj

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Aspiring Network Architect with expertise in design and deployment.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a challenging role that fosters innovation and collaboration in network architecture.

I am a certified Cisco Internet-work Expert (CCIE # 28593) with extensive experience in network design, deployment, and troubleshooting. My career has been dedicated to building robust network infrastructures for leading tech companies, including Google and VMware. I have a strong background in high-end platforms such as Arista and Cisco Nexus, and I excel at analyzing customer requirements to create effective deployment plans.

Throughout my professional journey, I have successfully led projects that involve building data center networks, implementing SDWAN solutions, and optimizing cloud networking. My technical expertise extends to scripting with Python and utilizing tools like Ansible for network automation. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to solve complex networking challenges and drive innovation in network architecture.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Network Distinguished Engineer

Current

Google

Nov 2020 - Present (4 years 7 months)

Building data center networks for Google Cloud VMware Engine, including Versa SDWAN tunnels and Vxlan BGP EVPN Data center with Cisco Nexus 9300 Switches. Responsible for triaging and fixing network infrastructure issues and deploying network architecture for VMware Engine in APAC.

Google Cloud VMWare Nexus SD WAN VXLAN BGP Ansible Python

Member of Technical Staff

VMware

Nov 2019 - Aug 2020 (9 months)

Worked on NSBU NSXT integration across AWS and connecting to SDWAN across data centers. Responsible for testing end-to-end traffic flow and throughput of the NSX T integration across AWS stack.

AWS SD WAN Networking Testing Packet Walkthrough NSX T

Network Architect

Alphagrep Securities

Sep 2018 - Apr 2019 (7 months)

Designed low latency solutions for High Frequency Trading networks and implemented data center networks with leased line and VPN sites. Architected Nexus 3548 and Arista 7150S implementations.

Nexus 3548 VPN Python

Lead QA Engineer

IP Infusion

Mar 2018 - Sep 2018 (6 months)

Tested and deployed low latency switches, analyzing latency and throughput. Worked on interoperability testing between Cumulus OS and OcNOS, and building logical test topologies for customer networks.

Low Latency Testing Metamako Exablaze Test Plans Customer Networking

Network Design and Implementation Engineer

Microsoft

Mar 2014 - Sep 2017 (3 years 6 months)

Worked on SDN/NFV/VxLAN deployment and design for Azure Cloud. Analyzed and optimized existing infrastructure, troubleshooting complex WAN/LAN issues and automating network operations.

NFV VXLAN Azure Cloud Python Documentation

System Test Engineer

Ericsson

Oct 2011 - Mar 2014 (2 years 5 months)

Built L3 infrastructure for MPLS based Core Network, implementing QoS policies and RSVP based tunnels. Involved in large scale MPBGP design and implementation.

MPLS Traffic Engineering BGP VPLS

Network Consulting Engineer

Cisco Systems

Oct 2010 - Sep 2011 (11 months)

Responsible for architecture and design implementations for T-Mobile Service Provider Network, handling customer migration and supporting various protocols.

Network Architecture IOS XR OSPF EIGRP BGP Documentation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Bristol

Master's Degree, Computer Networking

2023 -

Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Computer Networking, focusing on advanced networking concepts and technologies.

Mepco Schlenk Engineering College

Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics & Communication

2005 - 2009

Grade: 75.5%

Completed a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Communication with a focus on the principles of electronics, communication systems, and network design.