Results-driven Systems Integration manager with over 20 years experience in delivering innovative solutions who is looking for a new challenge. Experienced in software testing, integration, deployment and management. Ability to quickly master new concepts and technologies. Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and deadlines.
SKILLS
Protocols: HTTP, SMPP, SIP, GSM, ANSI-41, CDMA, MAP, TCAP, SS7, SCTP, M3UA, ASN.1, SNMP;
Databases: MySQL, MariaDB, Redis, KeyDB;
Operating Systems: Linux (RHEL, Centos, Ubuntu, Rocky), Solaris, HP-UX, Windows;
Microsoft: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio
Version Control: Git, CVS, SVN;
Virtualization: VMware, KVM, AWS;
Programming Languages: Python, Bash;
DevOps: Docker, Jenkins;
Problem Solving: Algorithm design, debugging;
Agile/Scrum Methodologies: JIRA, Confluence;
Testing: Manual, Unit, Automation, Penetration and continuous integration;
Team Collaboration: Strong communication and teamwork skills.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
System Integration Manager | Infobip, Dublin 2 | May 2021 – Jan 2024
•Integration and test expert advisor for combined best in class SS7 & SMPP firewall vendor solution;
•Developed and reviewed Unit test plans for integration team for multi-tenant clients;
•Redefined the ‘Agile LESS’ structure for the Integration process;
•Managed the implementation of ansible into the laboratory to incorporate software while also creating development and QA testbeds to work within this framework;
•Spearheaded cross-functional collaboration for the best products from two companies, built demo systems for the sales team and spearheaded Integration & QA testbeds;
•Senior member of Telco security team who analysed security risks that arose in deployed operating systems and 3rd party software.
System Integration Manager | Anam Technologies, Dublin 2 | Aug 2010 - May 2021
•Managed a team who were responsible for the integration testing of all current and new products for R&D and deployment;
•Responsible for upgrades to the latest technologies and equipment which were more cost effective and desirable to customers;
•Oversaw collaborations with the Development, Operations & QA Departments and provided a replicated platform for quick solutions to issues discovered on Live Customer Platforms;
•Expert technical advisor for critical on-site architectural inconsistencies and provided tested solutions;
•Integral part of the design team who built & deployed Anam’s first multi-tenant firewall system that was deployed to the MTN group and supported nearly 300 million customers in 23 different countries;
•Provided training/documentation to our Integration team on the installation, functionality and troubleshooting of all software and hardware used within the team.
System Integration Engineer | Anam Technologies, Dublin 2 | May 2008 - Aug 2010
Managed the Anam laboratory which involved the building and maintenance of Integration team, test team and development team equipment;
Created the testbed environment which became a fundamental tool for integration, test and development;
Developed Unit testing plan for the integration team;
Created a more streamlined version of our testbed which was used for demo and acceptance testing on customer sites which was a large cost cutting initiative;
Managed the relationship with Radisys, a major client, which involved weekly meetings to resolve integration issues, testing issues and live issues;
Senior Software Test Engineer | Anam Technologies, Dublin 2 | Oct 2004 - May 2008
Created QA testbeds to perform end to end messaging for testing every aspect of the Anam product portfolio;
Developed feature test cases and conducted cross functional tests;
Reported defects to the development team and performed retesting and regression testing once the defects were fixed;
Conducted performance and benchmark testing for updated fixes and new feature releases;
Led the testing of Anam’s third party SS7 stack (HP OpenCall) which involved bug logging, live site debugging and benchmark testing;
Travelled globally to customer sites to perform product demonstrations and acceptance testing.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Electronic Systems (BSC) | University of Limerick | Limerick, Ireland | July 2004
•Relevant Courses: Cisco CCNA, SS7 Certificate, IPv6 Fundamentals, VMware VSICM training, R&D and Innovation training certification.
INTERESTS
Soccer, Rugby, Mountain Biking, Travelling.
REFERENCES
Available upon request.