Trey Smith
Summary
Accomplished computer engineer with a Master’s degree in Blockchain Technology alongside skills in software development. Currently employed as a Network Transport Engineer with experience in distributed system design and installation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Transport Engineer III
Verizon
08.2021 - Current
- Facilitation of end-to-end provisioning of 5G internet service for Verizon customers.
- Designing the appropriate system architecture for connecting Verizon distributed networking hubs.
- Collaborating alongside third-party carriers and network operations team in building out the network infrastructure based off design schemas.
- Troubleshooting network connectivity issues while also debugging any service and application errors.
Network Engineer
BlueAlly LLC
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Engaged in testing and turn up of routers, firewalls and virtual servers for live network traffic.
- Performance of network remediation on live customer traffic.
- Product testing of Verizon-based servers for efficiency and capabilities before providing them to client base.
- Generation of Test Exit Reports highlighting equipment specs, testing results, and further recommendations.
- Presentation of findings to product engineering team as well as Verizon senior management.
Network Operations Center Service Analyst
Nokia
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Surveillance of Nokia customer networks in conjunction with providing support during outages.
- Management of client trouble tickets while providing customer support in resolving network concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
The University of Texas at Dallas
05.2019
Master of Science - Global Business with Blockchain Technology
The University of the Cumberlands
02.2025
Skills
- Networking Knowledge– LAN, WAN, IPv4/v6, MAC, VLAN, ACL, TCP, UDP, Dark fiber, Ethernet, Virtualization, Automation
- Understanding of Protocol Technologies – OSPF, BGP, VRRP, PIP, NAT, DHCP, VPN
- Languages and Software Tools – Solidity, Go, Python, Java, C, JSON, Ubuntu, Virtual Box, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace
- Relevant Coursework - Cryptography, Blockchain Development, Database Systems, Software Engineering, Computer Architecture, Operating Systems Concepts
Timeline
Transport Engineer III
Verizon
08.2021 - Current
Network Engineer
BlueAlly LLC
06.2019 - 08.2021
Network Operations Center Service Analyst
Nokia
01.2018 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Global Business with Blockchain Technology
The University of the Cumberlands
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
The University of Texas at Dallas
Projects
Blockchain-Based Music Streaming Application
§ Creation of a digital streaming application that makes use of blockchain capabilities to automate audio streaming infrastructure.
§ Implementation of encryption protocols to validate user ownership of song rights and royalties while providing a streamlined approach to music consumption.
§ Front-end development for the application resides on the Cosmos blockchain network while making use of the IBC protocol for token transfers.
§ Audio storage makes use of the Arweave blockchain network to provide decentralized storage capabilities.
§ Chainlink CCIP enabled for cross-chain communication and allowing for data transfer between the Cosmos and Arweave blockchains.