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George Kuruvi

Network Engineer
Portland,OR

Summary

Software Test Lead at Intel with a strong background in guiding teams and managing complex projects. Excels at developing efficient processes aligned with strategic objectives. Recognized for proactive problem-solving and thriving in fast-paced environments. Leverages effective communication and project management skills to handle multiple tasks while mentoring cross-functional teams. Committed to continuous improvement and innovation.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Validation Lead - Network Device Driver Software

Intel Corporation
05.2014 - Current
  • Lead quality assurance projects focusing on cutting-edge network acceleration technologies for new Ethernet product releases, ensuring high-quality outcomes. Successfully completed 5 product releases to date with 2 in progress.
  • Championed evaluation and implementation of RQM test case management tool for approximately 20 teams across 4 geographic regions, now hosting over 30,000 test cases. Enhanced team productivity and management efficiency, earning departmental recognition award for successful initiative.
  • Developed and led a high-performance validation project team of 10 contractors and 3 interns. Conducted interviews, mentored junior engineers in testing methodologies, network design, hardware fundamentals, and soft skills. Fostered continuous improvement culture
  • Implemented a business analytics solution using JIRA and EazyBI, reducing management overhead and enhancing project traceability and transparency.
  • Led transition to Agile methodology for internal projects, providing SCRUM training and facilitating sprint planning. Improved adaptability to changing requirements and enhanced team collaboration.
  • Achieved over 300% ROI in test execution efficiency through Python automation and innovative approaches to complex feature testing. Significantly enhanced productivity and test coverage.
  • Played a crucial role in a multi-party task force for critical issue resolution, providing detailed data analysis that facilitated key decision-making.
  • Deployed new lab infrastructure by collaborating with vendors for equipment and coordinating with the in-house IT team for network provisioning, accounts, and access controls.

Systems and Network Engineer

Siemens PLM Software
05.2011 - 03.2012
  • Contributed to planning Teamcenter PLM upgrade at JPL NASA, analyzing network and system requirements for latest version implementation.
  • Conducted risk assessment and database recovery planning, ensuring data integrity and minimizing downtime during upgrade.
  • Evaluated BMIDE and PMM module configurations, identifying adjustments for new Teamcenter version compatibility.

Education

Master of Science - Computer Science

New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ
01-2002

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Bharathiyar University, Coimbatore, India
04.1998

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Agile Methodologies & SCRUM
  • Requirements Analysis
  • Test Development & Management (RQM)
  • Network Design & Troubleshooting
  • Ethernet Routing & Switching
  • Defect Management
  • Test Automation (Python)
  • Version Control (Git)
  • Data Analytics & Reporting (JIRA, EazyBI, Power BI)
  • AI & Machine Learning
  • Linux, Windows & Macintosh Operating Systems
  • Virtualization & Cloud Technologies
  • MS Office, MS Project

Certification

CCNA (2008)

Timeline

Validation Lead - Network Device Driver Software - Intel Corporation
05.2014 - Current
Systems and Network Engineer - Siemens PLM Software
05.2011 - 03.2012
New Jersey Institute of Technology - Master of Science, Computer Science
Bharathiyar University - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

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