C, C, Scala, Embedded
Ravi Voleti
Fremont,CA
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Software Developer
Comcast
01.2021 - Current
- Designed and developed SDN-type controllers and orchestrators, along with cloud components
- Worked on Wi-Fi Mesh, focusing on configuration and optimization of Mesh components
- Contributed to the design, development, and troubleshooting processes
- Utilized Scala and Python for software development
Tech Lead
Cisco Systems
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with the ASA and NGFW Data Path Infrastructure team
- Diagnosed and resolved CPU load-balancing issues in packet processing paths
- Identified and fixed data path issues, including L2/L3, broadcast, and multicast packet problems
- Resolved webVPN, CTS/SXP protocol, and spin lock/unlock issues
- Designed and implemented packet profile statistics counters for various flows
- Worked on virtual ASA deployment in VMware environments
- Utilized Linux tools for bug reproduction and resolution
- Handled critical customer escalations, improving system performance and reliability
- Enhanced code quality by upgrading static analysis tools and addressing GCC warnings
Principal Software Engineer / Team Lead
ColorTokens, Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Developed VPN and network monitoring modules using libpcap/Winpcap
- Built secure communication channels using OpenSSL
- Led a global engineering team, coordinating with project management, QA, and customers
- Worked on Kubernetes-based micro-segmentation testing and scaling with Minikube
Senior Software Engineer
Ericsson
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Worked on NFV, platform software, and data plane development
- Designed APIs for service and control cards using Intel DPDK
- Contributed to the development and simulation of service routers on KVM and Xen platforms
- Improved throughput by optimizing packet forwarding mechanisms
Senior Software Engineer
Redback Networks
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Developed platform service layers for VxWorks, NetBSD, and Linux
- Worked on bring-up processes, including device drivers for Marvel and Broadcom switches
- Supported initialization of line cards and other hardware components
Senior Software Engineer
Policy Networks
01.2000 - 01.2007
- Developed firmware and software for custom kernels and network processors
- Designed and implemented firewall, IDS/IPS, VPN, and URL filtering solutions
- Collaborated with customers, QA teams, and production management
Software Engineer
Duet Technologies
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Developed Windows CE device drivers for touch displays, UART, and serial/parallel ports
Scientist / Software Engineer
Defense R&D Organization, India
- Designed cryptographic systems for fax and text-based messaging systems using DSPs and microcontrollers
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science Engineering
Andhra University
Visakhapatnam02-1992
Skills
- Domains/Areas: Kernel Development, Networking Protocols, Device Drivers, Embedded Systems, Linux, Windows, MacOS, Kubernetes, Docker
- Protocols: GRPC, HTTP/HTTPS, TCP/IP, UDP, IPsec, DNS, ARP, VLAN, NTP, VRRP,8021x, SIP, FTP, SCP, Telnet
- Operating Systems: Linux, VxWorks, NetBSD, MacOS, proprietary RTOS
- Programming Languages: C, C, Python, Scala; working knowledge of GoLang
- Development Tools: GDB, Wireshark, Git, SVN, Agilent N2X, Spirent Smart Bit, WindRiver ICE, JTAG, Logic Analyzer
- Hardware: Intel x86, MIPS, ARM
- Driver Development: Ethernet drivers, PCI drivers, UART, PHY, GMII, Broadcom and Marvel SDKs, touch drivers
PATENTS
- Approved patents include:
- Enhanced Packet Format for Security in Inter-Computing Systems.
- Enhanced Quality of Service Management for Inter-Computing Systems.
- Secured Domain Name Space Separation on Tokenized Networks.
- Efficient Security Parameter Index Selection in Virtual Private Networks.
- Security Association Configuration in Virtual Private Networks
Software
Timeline
Principal Software Developer
Comcast
01.2021 - Current
Tech Lead
Cisco Systems
01.2018 - 01.2021
Principal Software Engineer / Team Lead
ColorTokens, Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2018
Senior Software Engineer
Ericsson
01.2012 - 01.2016
Senior Software Engineer
Redback Networks
01.2008 - 01.2012
Senior Software Engineer
Policy Networks
01.2000 - 01.2007
Software Engineer
Duet Technologies
01.1999 - 01.2000
Scientist / Software Engineer
Defense R&D Organization, India
Master of Science - Computer Science Engineering
Andhra University