Gaurav Sood
Network Engineer
San Jose,CA
Summary
Diversely-skilled Senior Network Engineer with 15 years + installing and maintaining secure, efficient networking architectures. Deeply knowledgeable in every stage of network installation, upgrade, optimization and management. Skilled at integrating emerging technologies. Seasoned expert at guiding network and personnel performance to boost department-wide contributions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
R&D Engineer
VMware Inc( Acquisition By Broadcom)
11.2023 - Current
- As a part of NSX/HCX engineering escalation team working closely with NSX/HCX Development and NSX/HCX Technical marketing team for improving reliability and resiliency of VMware NSX/HCX.
- Propose improvements in existing cloud operations and SaaS delivery model of Broadcom(VMware NSX/HCX).
- Working on Escalations from VMware GSS teams for issues and problems related to NSX/HCX.Collaborate with R&D, Cloud Services to help design and develop new features and deployment automation procedures for Broadcom(VMware) NSX/HCX.
- Improve product development by conducting thorough research and analysis of new technologies.
- Train junior engineers in advanced techniques and methodologies, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing within the team.
- Assist in recruiting top talent for R&D team positions by participating in interview panels and providing input on candidate selection.
Service Reliability Engineer(Senior MTS)
VMware
09.2021 - 11.2023
- As a part of VMware HCX engineering team working closely with HCX Development and HCX Technical marketing team for improving reliability and resiliency of VMware HCX.
- Propose improvements in existing cloud operations and SaaS delivery model of VMware HCX.
- Working on Escalations from VMware GSS teams for issues and problems related to VMware HCX.
- Collaborate with R&D, Cloud Services to help design and develop new features and deployment automation procedures for VMware HCX.
- Improve product development by conducting thorough research and analysis of new technologies.
- Train junior engineers in advanced techniques and methodologies, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing within the team.
- Assist in recruiting top talent for R&D team positions by participating in interview panels and providing input on candidate selection.
Senior Network Engineer
Western Digital
01.2018 - 09.2021
- Implement scalable, efficient and cost-effective network automation solutions using Ansible, Docker or Linux containers, GIT , Chatops and python or shell scripting.
- Architecture, design, and implementation of scalable, redundant, and reliable workload-compute deployments in Data centers using NSX-T & L3 TOR/MOR scenarios as well as Enterprise and Campus networking.
- Analyze existing network and application architectures, presenting findings on possible enhancements and improvements to senior decision-makers.
- Managing installation of networking equipment such as routers ,switches, firewalls and Servers from different Vendors such as Cisco, Arista, Ruckus,Juniper, HP, Supermicro, Palo Alto etc.
- Configure, manage and evaluated multi-protocol network elements for effective end-to-end communications.
- Maintaining and expanding vendor relationships through amicable and beneficial interactions with network carriers and partners.
- Lead planning and technical design activities for routine operations and special projects.
- Spearhead and lead major network installation and upgrade projects.
- Develop network test and validation processes to maintain alignment with solution design.
- Research and recommend network products, services, protocols and standards for network development.
- Develop SOPs and Network documentation for Network technologies in use as well as for network upgrade or refresh projects.
Solution Architect
ADARA Networks
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Worked with customers or prospective customers to develop integrated solutions and lead detailed architectural dialogues to facilitate delivery of comprehensive SDN solution.
- Worked closely with product & development teams to define and prioritize feature requests or any bugs in the software.
- Contribute to the creation of case studies and white papers for customers and/or partners.
- Coordinate to implement POCs and product installations by understanding as well as documenting customer requirements.
Technical Support Engineer
Cisco Systems
04.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided highest level of technical support for customers using Cisco networks devices such as Nexus9000, Nexus7000, Nexus3000, Nexus5000, Nexus 6000, ISR4400, ISR2900, ISR3900, ASR1K, CSR1000v, C7600, C6500, C4500, ASR 920, C3750, C3850, ME 3600.
- Provided quick and accurate resolution to large Data Center, Enterprise and Service Provider customers by using technical expertise on BGP, MP-BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, NAT, Multicast, VxLAN, MPLS, VPLS, L2VPN, L3VPN, IWAN, Spanning Tree, VPC, Fabric-path.
Customer Support Engineer
Aricent Technologies (Holdings) , US
12.2014 - 04.2016
- Worked as a Customer support engineer for the Cisco TAC program Part of the Routing Protocols Team San Jose(Aricent’s onsite project).
- Provided highest level of technical support for customers using Cisco networks devices such as Nexus9000, Nexus7000, Nexus3000, Nexus5000, Nexus 6000, ISR4400, ISR2900, ISR3900, ASR1K, CSR1000v, C7600, C6500, C4500, ASR 920, C3750, C3850, ME 3600.
- Provided quick and accurate resolution to large Data Center, Enterprise and Service Provider customers by using technical expertise on BGP, MP-BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, NAT, Multicast, VxLAN, MPLS, VPLS, L2VPN, L3VPN, IWAN, Spanning Tree, VPC, Fabric-path.
Technical Solutions Leader
Aricent Technologies (Holdings) , Gurgaon, India
02.2008 - 12.2014
- Worked as a TAC engineer for almost 8 years on Cisco TAC project.
- Provided Level 1 TAC support to the customers using Cisco firewalls, IPS/IDS solutions and technologies.
- Also, provided Level1 TAC support to the customers using Cisco routers & switches and helped them troubleshooting routing or core network issues.
- Also, led level 1 Routing Protocols TAC team and provided support on complex and escalated network issues.
Network Engineer
Spectranet , NewDelhi, India
04.2007 - 02.2008
- Provided Level1 & level2 support to Spectranet customers with respect to internet services.
- Installation & Commissioning of the Network Equipment /CPE (ADSL routers/Media converters, Cisco Routers/Switches, Cable Routers) at customer end and make sure internet circuit is up and running as required.
- Assisted Networks operations team to setup QOS, routing and switching across Spectranet Fiber and broadband network.
- Assisted Network implementation team to install, configure, upgrade and implement Fiber, ADSL and Metro Ethernet equipment’s at old and new POP sites for Spectranet where customer internet connections were terminated.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communications Engineering
N.C College Of Engineering
Israna, Haryana, India06.2005
Diploma - Electronics And Communication Engineering
SJPP
Damla, Haryana, India06.2001
Skills
Network Design
Network Engineering
Network Automation
Network Operations
Certification
CCIE - R&S 29785
Timeline
R&D Engineer
VMware Inc( Acquisition By Broadcom)
11.2023 - Current
Service Reliability Engineer(Senior MTS)
VMware
09.2021 - 11.2023
Senior Network Engineer
Western Digital
01.2018 - 09.2021
Solution Architect
ADARA Networks
05.2017 - 12.2017
Technical Support Engineer
Cisco Systems
04.2016 - 05.2017
Customer Support Engineer
Aricent Technologies (Holdings) , US
12.2014 - 04.2016
Technical Solutions Leader
Aricent Technologies (Holdings) , Gurgaon, India
02.2008 - 12.2014
Network Engineer
Spectranet , NewDelhi, India
04.2007 - 02.2008
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communications Engineering
N.C College Of Engineering
Diploma - Electronics And Communication Engineering
SJPP