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Talla Likith

@tallalikith

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Experienced network engineer specializing in 5G network architecture.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation and offers opportunities for professional growth in network engineering.

I am a dedicated Network Engineer II with a strong background in designing and implementing advanced network architectures, particularly in the realm of 5G technology. My experience at Dish Wireless has allowed me to deploy over 2000 access routers and manage complex network configurations, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.

Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to troubleshoot and resolve intricate network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance. My expertise in automation and scripting has led to a remarkable 60% increase in efficiency for configuration changes across thousands of routers. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to contribute to innovative networking solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Network Engineer II – Cell Site Activ

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Dish Wireless

Jul 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)

Assessed and implemented the design of on-premises 5G network architecture, providing recommendations and design enhancements. Deployed over 2000 access routers and 60 core and aggregation routers for Dish's 5G cloud-native project. Automated configuration changes for 17,000 access routers, resulting in a 60% increase in efficiency.

5G Architecture Network Architecture Router Deployment DMVPN Confluence Cisco IOS XE Cisco IOS XR

Network Engineer II

Charter Communications

Feb 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)

Troubleshot complex Core Network infrastructure issues, including routing protocols like ISIS, OSPF & BGP. Managed the swap and installation of new line cards and modules on routers and switches. Collaborated with the Core and Backbone team on improving network capacity and providing technical recommendations.

Core Network Troubleshooting ISIS OSPF BGP

Network Engineer I

TenFour

Sep 2020 - Present (4 years 9 months)

Implemented automation scripts to identify network problems, decreasing downtime by 30% and improving efficiency by 80%. Implemented BGP over MPLS and DMVPN on Broadband circuits and configured Viptela Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN) to replace legacy networks. Resolved escalated customer support tickets related to networking issues in a timely manner.

BGP MPLS DMVPN Customer Support IPSEC GRE Cisco IOS XE Cisco NX OS

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Master of Science, Electrical Engineering (Computer Networks)

Focused on Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Computer Networks. Gained in-depth knowledge of network architecture, protocols, and system design.