Amit Kumar Awasthi
Mumbai
Summary
Visionary technology leader with 19+ years of experience driving innovation in 5G/4G networks, AI-driven QA automation, DevOps, and system integration. Proven track record of leading global teams, delivering complex telecom projects, and implementing automation frameworks that enhance quality and efficiency. Recognized for strategic execution, leadership excellence, and customer-centric delivery.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Systems Test
Mavenir Systems Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai
09.2017 - Current
- Head SMF QA, Automation, and Customer Support for Tier-1 networks, ensuring high-quality 5G/4G feature delivery.
- Defined test strategies and automation frameworks aligned with Agile/DevOps best practices, increasing release velocity by 30%.
- Collaborated with customers and internal DevOps to drive PoC adoption across new network feature rollouts.
- Enabled data-driven decision-making through advanced analytics, KPI monitoring, and performance dashboards.
- Liaised with cross-functional teams to resolve complex network challenges, minimizing downtime and optimizing throughput.
- Mentored 50+ engineers across QA, Automation, and Support domains.
- Awards: Mavenir Excellence Awards (2018–2020), Mavenir Super Star Award (2020)
Senior Software Engineer
Brocade Communications Ltd
Bangalore
12.2015 - 08.2017
- Architected EPC test automation framework, reducing manual intervention by 40% and accelerating test execution.
- Implemented CI/CD pipelines using Docker, Jenkins, GitHub, improving deployment efficiency.
- Simulated complex real-world traffic scenarios via Spirent Landslide & TCL APIs, enhancing product stability.
- Automated packaging and software build processes, supporting a fully continuous integration environment.
Project Lead
L&T Technology Services
Bangalore
09.2011 - 11.2015
- Led Single RAN platform testing for GSM/GPRS/EDGE ensuring 3GPP compliance.
- Validated integration of BTS, BSC, GPRS, and EDGE features across multi-vendor networks.
- Delivered mentoring, process optimization, and quality improvements across engineering teams.
- Recognitions: Star of the Month (Jan 2012), Team Performance Award (Dec 2012)
Software Engineer
Aricent Technologies (Holdings) Ltd
11.2010 - 08.2011
- Performed protocol validation and network integration for 2G/EDGE features.
- Conducted load and performance testing for GSM/GPRS systems; documented insights driving system optimization.
- Used IBM ClearCase for effective version control and issue resolution.
Manager
Rancore Systems Pvt. Ltd. (Now Reliance Jio)
11.2007 - 11.2010
- Designed and executed test strategies for WiMAX features including Idle Mode, Handover, and Location Update.
- Developed Linux shell-based automation scripts, increasing throughput and reliability of testing cycles.
- Ensured full 3GPP/WiMAX compliance and end-to-end functionality validation.
Network Support Engineer
HCL Infosystems Pvt. Ltd.
08.2006 - 11.2007
- Delivered enterprise-level network and IT support for HCL customers, ensuring SLA adherence.
- Designed LAN/WAN infrastructure for Birla Sun Life Insurance, improving uptime and system resilience.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Computer Science & Engineering
B.I.T. Engineering College
DurgSkills
- Telecom Systems & QA Leadership
- 5G/4G architecture
- SMF/UPF testing
- System integration
- AI & ML for Quality Engineering
- Predictive analytics
- Automated troubleshooting
- Self-healing test systems
- DevOps Transformation
- CI/CD pipelines
- Jenkins
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- Automation in agile environments
- Quality Engineering & Test Automation
- Spirent Landslide
- TCL APIs
- Linux-based test frameworks
- Cloud & Virtualization
- VMware
- Vagrant
- Git
- Gerrit
- VSphere
- CI orchestration
- Customer Success & Operations
- PoC delivery
- Troubleshooting
- Post-deployment optimization
- Strategic Project Leadership
- Cross-functional management
- Jira
- MS Project
- Agile governance
Certification
- DevOps Tools: Docker, Jenkins, Kubernetes
- Agile Project Management
- Advanced Networking Protocols: GSM, GPRS, EDGE, WiMAX, 3GPP
Languages
English
Hindi
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amit-kumar-awasthi-36064122/
Awards
- Mavenir Excellence Awards
- 2018
- 2019
- 2020
- Mavenir Super Star Award, 2020
- L&T Star of the Month, 2012
- L&T Team Performance Award, 2012
Timeline
Director, Systems Test
Mavenir Systems Pvt. Ltd.
09.2017 - Current
Senior Software Engineer
Brocade Communications Ltd
12.2015 - 08.2017
Project Lead
L&T Technology Services
09.2011 - 11.2015
Software Engineer
Aricent Technologies (Holdings) Ltd
11.2010 - 08.2011
Manager
Rancore Systems Pvt. Ltd. (Now Reliance Jio)
11.2007 - 11.2010
Network Support Engineer
HCL Infosystems Pvt. Ltd.
08.2006 - 11.2007
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Computer Science & Engineering
B.I.T. Engineering College