SHIKHAR MEHROTRA
SOLUTION ARCHITECT
Gurugram
Summary
Meticulous Solution Architect with over 6.5 years of total experience, maintaining highly functional digital systems for uninterrupted workflows and consistent productivity. Oversees routine maintenance checks, POC/FNI, innovation and software update schedules to reduce network downtime and likelihood of security compromises. Loves collaborating with customer and teammates to develop and implement creative technical solutions to challenging problems.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Solution Architect
Ericsson India Pvt Ltd
11.2022 - Current
- Solutioning, Workflow Automation and Application Deployment : POC, FNI, Demos, Deployments, Upgrades, Scaling, Optimizations and fast track deliveries of OSS ENM/OSS-RC/ENIQ and PACO VNF and CNF nodes(EPG/MME/PCC-SM/PCG/PCC-MM) using Ericsson rosetta Gitlab CICD pipelines and automated deployment lifecycle assets build using Ansible, Python, Shell, Git, CICD, Terraform, etc on top of RedHat Linux, Openshift(PAAS) and Openstack(IAAS)
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by collaborating closely with stakeholders to define business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
- Developed comprehensive documentation for solution design specifications, ensuring clear communication between stakeholders at all stages of project lifecycle
- Boosted team expertise through continuous training initiatives, presentations fostering a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing among peers and customer
- Conducted research to evaluate systems design and process efficiency.
- Worked with customers or prospective customers to develop integrated solutions and lead detailed architectural dialogues to facilitate delivery of comprehensive solution.
- Worked closely with product teams to define and prioritize partner feature requests
Sr Solution Integrator
Ericsson India Private Limited
11.2018 - 11.2022
- Solutioning of Ericsson OSS system deployments : LLD, HLD, IP / network designing, SED preparation, Infrastructure design implementation (Rack/ chassis layout, redundant LAN / fiber / power Cabling layout), License and SW management/ordering, BOQ preparation, Firmware and deployment lifecycle management
- Deployment, Upgrade, expansion, provisioning and configuration of Ericsson OSS system (ENM & ENIQ) : Hardware commissioning and installation(SAN/NAS/Rack and blade server/ Chassis), OCI validation, Firmware validation, Redundancy check, chassis / Storage and NAS configuration, OMBS installation, Switch Configuration, Application deployment, RAN / CORE/ TRANSPORT nodes integration, Platform and application UAT, BISP security compliance, System Hardening, system handover, 3PP integrations and testing (NorthBound) etc
- Auto upgrade of vENM using Ericsson rosseta CICD pipelines and playbooks
- MS Tools and 3PP integrations to OSS nodes for fault management , configuration management and performance management data
- Optimized existing workflows by conducting thorough analyses of current systems and recommending targeted improvements where needed using devops practices
- Support to pre-sales team to respond RFP's
- Knowledge sharing on FNI's(OSS to ENM / ENM toh ENM migration / ULSA / Release Independence) and POC's(Easy Hardware Replacement using Zero Touch and CTR)
- Solution support during project execution phase reducing in capital working days and early sign-off from customer
- FCAPS Network Management and Integration for RAN, CORE and Transport nodes
Business Development Executive
Webkul Software Pvt Ltd
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Presales and post sales support and building sales strategies and management
- Technical Blogging [ Prestashop ]
- Front end Testing of E-commerce modules
- Built strong relationships with clients, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Developed customized solutions for clients, addressing their unique needs and helping them achieve their goals.
- Negotiated client contracts and agreements to cultivate profitable business transactions.
Education
Bachelors of Technology - Electronics and Communication
Jaypee Institute of Information Technology
01.2013 - 04.2017
High Schooling - PCM
Shri Gulab Rai Montessori School
01.2011 - 04.2013
Skills
Linux
Python
Docker
K8S
VCS
AWS Cloud Core Services
Ansible
GITLAB CICD pipelines
RedHat Openshift
Terraform
Solution Designing/Architecture
On-prem system deployment
Technical Management
3PP and RAN/PACO/Transport nodes integration
Redhat Linux
undefinedCertification
RHCSA training (Ericsson)
Accomplishments
- DGS HERO SERVICE AWARD, 2021
- Ericsson Cloud Associate certification
- Promoted to Solution Architect role in 10/01/22
- ERICSSON KEY CONTRIBUTOR AND IMPACT AWARD FOR 2023
- Selected for YAB(Young Advisory Board) 2023 and Successful MOAI CSS innovation Project delivery
- Registered 14 reusable global assets on CNF and VNF automation on N365
Timeline
Solution Architect
Ericsson India Pvt Ltd
11.2022 - Current
Sr Solution Integrator
Ericsson India Private Limited
11.2018 - 11.2022
Business Development Executive
Webkul Software Pvt Ltd
01.2018 - 04.2018
Bachelors of Technology - Electronics and Communication
Jaypee Institute of Information Technology
01.2013 - 04.2017
High Schooling - PCM
Shri Gulab Rai Montessori School
01.2011 - 04.2013
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