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Sofonias Mekonnen

@sofoniasmekonnen

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Motivated Electrical and Computer Engineering graduate with hands-on experience.

Ethiopia

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a dynamic role that fosters innovation and offers growth opportunities in engineering and technology.

I am a motivated and detail-oriented Electrical and Computer Engineering graduate from Addis Ababa University, specializing in Electronic Communication. My academic journey has been enriched by hands-on experience through internships and projects, where I applied engineering principles to solve complex technical challenges. Notably, I designed and implemented an automated toll payment system that significantly reduced human intervention and improved efficiency by 30%.

In my recent role as a Network Engineer at WebSprix IT Solutions, I resolved network incidents promptly, enhancing system reliability and reducing downtime. My proactive approach to monitoring network traffic and analyzing performance metrics has allowed me to identify and address bottlenecks effectively. I am passionate about leveraging emerging technologies to drive innovation and efficiency in engineering systems, and I continuously seek opportunities to expand my knowledge in areas such as cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Network Engineer

WebSprix IT Solutions

Oct 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 2 months)

As a Network Engineer at WebSprix IT Solutions, I resolved network incidents, monitored traffic, and implemented upgrades to enhance system reliability and scalability. I maintained comprehensive network documentation to support operational efficiency.

Network Operations Monitoring Performance Analysis Network Documentation Management

Electrical and Computer Engineer

Ethiopian Airlines

Mar 2022 - Sep 2022 (6 months)

During my internship at Ethiopian Airlines, I designed a portable power supply and gained hands-on experience with test equipment. I assisted in PCB-based tester manufacturing and observed maintenance of heavy-duty machinery.

Maintenance

District IT Support Intern

Commercial Bank of Ethiopia

Mar 2022 - Aug 2022 (5 months)

As an IT Support Intern at Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, I troubleshot hardware and software issues, provided remote support, and conducted ATM site maintenance, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

Support Software IT Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Aalto University

Certification, Telecommunications

2023 - 2023

Completed a course on 5G Technologies and Services for Business and Entrepreneurs, gaining foundational knowledge in 5G network architecture and business applications.

Addis Ababa University

Bachelor of Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering

2019 - 2023

Activities and societies: Member of the IEEE Student Branch, participated in coding competitions and hackathons.

Graduated with a BSc in Electrical and Computer Engineering, specializing in Electronic Communication. Completed relevant coursework in Signals and Systems Analysis, Network Analysis and Synthesis, and Digital Signal Processing. Designed and implemented an automated toll payment system as a final year project.