Carl Williams
Haddonfield,NJ
Summary
Dynamic technology leader with extensive experience at Comcast Cable, specializing in cloud architecture and distributed computing. Recognized for driving innovative solutions and enhancing service delivery. Proven ability to collaborate effectively and apply critical thinking to complex challenges, ensuring optimal resource utilization and scalability in high-demand environments.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
08.2018 - Current
- Company Overview: College of Science & Engineering
- Developed and delivered curricula for Network Architecture and Cloud Native Computing courses
- Taught courses in Computer Networking, Emerging Technologies, and Microservice Architecture to undergraduate and graduate students
- Awarded Outstanding Adjunct Professor by Temple University for the 2020-2021 academic year
- College of Science & Engineering
Consultant, Wireless Strategy Team & QA Engineer - iOS Device Development
Comcast Cable
Philadelphia, PA
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Provided technical guidance and performed comprehensive testing on iOS devices and Xfinity Mobile services
- Collaborated on PoCs for DSDS and roaming with Nokia AWS core, enhancing operational capabilities
- Collaborated on a Proof of Concept (PoC) for testing DSDS and roaming with the Nokia AWS core, integrating findings into the production deployment on Comcast's side under the direction of Robert Jaska, technical lead
- Authored industry reports represented Comcast at major industry events, and facilitated discussions on emerging technologies
Director of Network Strategy and Interconnection
Linode, LLC
Philadelphia, PA
11.2014 - 08.2020
- Spearheaded comprehensive capacity planning strategies ensuring optimal utilization of network, compute, and storage resources
- Conducted in-depth analysis of traffic patterns and growth forecasts to predict future resource needs and mitigate potential bottlenecks
- Developed scalable network solutions supporting Linode's rapid expansion and enhanced service delivery capabilities
- Designed capacity dashboards for real-time monitoring of infrastructure utilization, facilitating proactive management decisions
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align capacity expansion with business objectives and ensure seamless deployment
- Led vendor negotiations to secure cost-effective connectivity solutions, focusing on scaling fiber capacity and IP transit arrangements
- Regularly assessed and updated capacity models to reflect new trends and technologies
Principal Engineer
Comcast Cable Company
Philadelphia, PA
08.2008 - 04.2014
- Led cloud services transition from residential to Comcast PoPs, enhancing service delivery
- Collaborated on innovative cloud architectures with standards bodies and academic institutions
Principal Engineer, Chief Delegate of IETF Activities
ZTE USA
Santa Clara, CA
06.2005 - 07.2008
- Formulated strategies for key IP technologies, contributing to significant RFCs and international technical collaborations
R&D Engineer
KDDI R&D Labs
Palo Alto, CA
10.2001 - 04.2005
- Advanced IP layer mobility technologies, engaging in patent work and standards development
Staff Engineer
Sun Microsystems
Menlo Park, CA
02.1991 - 09.2001
- Led IP Mobility Team and co-led the development of Solaris' IPv6 stack
- Architected Solaris networking tools and contributed to early IPv6 standard designs
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
Kent State University
Kent, OHBachelor of Science - Computer Science
Kent State University
Kent, OHSkills
- Cloud architecture
- Critical thinking
- Collaboration skills
- Python, C, BASH
- CNF Technologies
- Kubernetes, Docker,
- Deployment, microservice discovery
- Infrastructure as a service
- 5G Core
- TCP/IP
- IPv6, MPTCP, QUIC
- distributed computing
Affiliations
- ACM
- DE-CIX Customer Advisory Board
- BBIX Customer Advisory Board
- IPv6 Hall of Fame
- IETF
Certifications And Recognition
- CCNP and CCNA Certified
- IPv6 Expert - IPv6 Hall of Fame Award, 12/01/20
Timeline
Consultant, Wireless Strategy Team & QA Engineer - iOS Device Development
Comcast Cable
02.2022 - 05.2024
Adjunct Professor
Temple University
08.2018 - Current
Director of Network Strategy and Interconnection
Linode, LLC
11.2014 - 08.2020
Principal Engineer
Comcast Cable Company
08.2008 - 04.2014
Principal Engineer, Chief Delegate of IETF Activities
ZTE USA
06.2005 - 07.2008
R&D Engineer
KDDI R&D Labs
10.2001 - 04.2005
Staff Engineer
Sun Microsystems
02.1991 - 09.2001
Master of Science - Computer Science
Kent State University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Kent State University
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