MOHAMMED SHAHED ALI
DevOps Engineer
Hyderabad
Summary
Experienced in managing CI/CD pipelines through Azure DevOps and proficient in infrastructure as code using Terraform. Skilled in overseeing Azure cloud services and possess a strong background in Docker containerization. Critical thinking DevOps Engineer with a deep understanding of high availability architecture and a commitment to automation, process improvement, and delivering reliable, scalable solutions. Purpose-driven professional with the ability to be a strong team player and work effectively independently.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
DevOps Engineer
ZTE Telecom India
Hyderabad
01.2019 - Current
- Designed and managed CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps to automate build, test, and deployment processes
- Implemented Infrastructure as Code – IaC using Terraform for consistent and automated infrastructure provisioning in Azure
- Managed Azure cloud resources such as Virtual Machines, Resource Groups, Storage Accounts, Networking, and App Services
- Used Docker to containerize applications and support smooth deployments across environments
- Automated routine tasks using shell scripting and PowerShell to improve team efficiency
- Maintained and monitored production environments for performance and availability
- Collaborated with development, QA, and operations teams to support Agile and DevOps practices
- Handled version control using Git and managed repositories in Azure Repos and GitHub
- Ensured system reliability, security, and performance through regular monitoring and updates
- Played a key role in process automation, reducing manual efforts and deployment errors
Sr. Expert RAN Lead
ZTE Telecom Pvt.Ltd
Coimbatore
11.2015 - 12.2018
- Directed integration, design, planning, optimization, and maintenance of LTE, WCDMA, and GSM networks
- Led telecom network operations, software upgrades, and RNC/BSC re-homing and migrations
- Optimized GSM, UMTS, and LTE networks using KPI monitoring tools like ZTE EMS U31 and NetNumen-OMCR
Sr. BSS Engineer
Nokia NR Services
Hyderabad
04.2012 - 10.2015
- Company Overview: Provider of telecommunications equipment and services
- Managed Motorola BSC and TCU swaps with Huawei BSC 6900 equipment
- Directed re-homing of BSC and TCU while adhering to Method of Procedure – MOP
- Supervised Huawei BTS integration and commissioning, ensuring KPI compliance
- Provider of telecommunications equipment and services
Sr. BSS Engineer
Motorola GTL Ltd
Hyderabad
04.2008 - 03.2012
- Company Overview: Telecommunication equipment provider
- Delivered BSNL GSM Phase 4.5 Project covering 10 BSCs and 25 Transcoders in the AP Circle
- Designed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules for network sites and equipment
- Telecommunication equipment provider
- Collaborated with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
Engineer
Motorola Nutek Ltd
Kolkatta
01.2006 - 03.2008
- Company Overview: Telecommunication services and solutions provider
- Executed Reliance GSM Project integrating 1 MSC, 7 BSCs, 15 Transcoders, and 350 BTS sites
- Conducted installation, commissioning, and acceptance testing of Motorola BSC, XCDR, PCU, and BTS systems
- Telecommunication services and solutions provider
Education
MBA -
Annamalai University
Hyderabad 05.2010 - 05.2012
Master of Science -
IASE University
Rajasthan 06.2005 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Science -
Osmania University
Hyderabad 04.1998 - 04.2000
Skills
Infrastructure automation
Cloud resource management
Docker containerization
Agile methodologies
undefinedAccomplishments
- Successfully reduced deployment time by 60% through fully automated CI/CD pipelines.
- Migrated legacy infrastructure to Azure using Terraform, improving scalability and reducing manual efforts.
- Improved release success rate by implementing validation checks and automated rollback in pipelines.
- Introduced containerization with Docker, reducing environment-related issues during deployment.
- Played a key role in adopting DevOps practices within the team, leading to faster delivery cycles.
DevOps Experience Years
7
Total Experience Years
19
Certification
CCNA
Timeline
DevOps Engineer
ZTE Telecom India
01.2019 - Current
Sr. Expert RAN Lead
ZTE Telecom Pvt.Ltd
11.2015 - 12.2018
CCNA
06-2012
Sr. BSS Engineer
Nokia NR Services
04.2012 - 10.2015
MBA -
Annamalai University
05.2010 - 05.2012
Sr. BSS Engineer
Motorola GTL Ltd
04.2008 - 03.2012
Engineer
Motorola Nutek Ltd
01.2006 - 03.2008
Master of Science -
IASE University
06.2005 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Science -
Osmania University
04.1998 - 04.2000
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