Pallavi Kohad

About Pallavi Kohad

Senior Software Test Engineer with a strong background in the software-defined networking industry. Possesses in-depth knowledge of networking protocols, Python programming, and cloud computing technologies. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions that consistently exceed customer expectations.TECHNICAL SKILLS: Networking protocols: TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, EVPN, VxLAN Test Framework: PyGash(Python), PyTest(Python) Traffic Tools: Ping, Iperf, Apache Benchmark, Trex, Tcpdump, Ixia, Wireshark Other Tools: Jira, GitHub, Jenkins

Experience

1. Senior Software Test Engineer

   Nuage Networks From Nokia

   Jul 2021 — Present · Sunnyvale, CA, US

   Contributed to quality assurance testing for Nokia’s SDN product, Virtualized Service Platform (VSP). Designed and executed test plans aligned with customer requirement specifications for networking and security features. Developed Python-based infrastructure for test automation, streamlining the testing process and improving efficiency. Led system and scalability design efforts to incorporate new features, conducting rigorous testing to validate their functionality. Worked extensively on various L2 and L3 protocols with a focus on debugging and resolving complex networking issues. Responsible for running end to end traffic in scaled testbeds using various tools like IXIA, iPerf, Trex, and Abm. Conducted performance of various platforms such as Intel and ARM under varying network loads and stress conditions. Enhanced system reliability and testing efficiency by managing Linux-based test environments and utilizing virtualization technologies such as KVM and Docker. Provided detailed troubleshooting of software issues tracked using JIRA and worked closely with various teams for resolution

Education

• Pune university

  Bachelor's degree, Electronics and Telecommunications

  2010 — 2014

• San José State University

  Master's degree, Electrical engineering

  2016

Skills

• Python
• Unix
• Ccna
• Agile Methodologies
• Databases
• Microsoft Excel
• Manual Testing
• Wireshark
• Mysql
• Linux
• C
• Microsoft Office
• Engineering
• Networking
• Ibm Mainframe
• Java
• C++
• Data Structures
• Regression Testing
• Testing
• Telecommunications
• Matlab
• Test Planning