Prashanth Reddy
Edunuri
Senior Network Software Engineer crafting intelligent automation solutions
Customer-focused • Data-driven • Innovation-driven
About Me
I'm a Senior Network Software Engineer with more than 8 years of experience designing, automating, and optimizing large-scale network systems for industry leaders like Oracle, Meta, Comcast, and Nokia.
My background blends strong software engineering skills with deep networking knowledge, including BGP, MPLS, and network provisioning. I've led initiatives to modernize infrastructure, reduce operational errors through automation, and build intelligent tools using AI/ML for network insights.
I'm passionate about driving operational excellence through smart engineering and am now looking to contribute to cutting-edge projects in a high-impact role.
Experience Progress
8+ YearsNetwork Engineering
BGP, MPLS, OSPF, ISIS, and network provisioning expertise
Software Development
Python, React, Flask, Django, and automation frameworks
Data & Analytics
MySQL, MongoDB, Tableau, and ML/AI integration
Automation & DevOps
CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and infrastructure automation
Technical Skills
Mastered technologies across network engineering, software development, and automation
Programming & Scripting
Python
95%JavaScript
88%PHP
85%Bash
90%Perl
80%Tcl
75%Frameworks & Tools
React.js
92%Flask
90%Django
85%Vue.js
82%Git
95%REST API
93%Network Protocols
BGP
95%MPLS
92%OSPF
90%ISIS
88%TCP/UDP
93%DNS
87%Databases & Analytics
MySQL
88%MongoDB
85%Tableau
82%Kibana
80%Elastic Search
78%Presto
75%Work Experience
Senior Network Software Developer
Key Achievements:
- Building and developing Oracle NOS (Network Operating System) for enterprise-grade networking
- Contributing to OCI (Oracle Cloud Infrastructure) networking architecture and services
- Developing network automation frameworks and tools for cloud infrastructure
- Implementing scalable network management solutions for OCI platform
Senior Network Software Engineer
Key Achievements:
- Developed comprehensive pre-production testing environment for backbone network reliability
- Created Ixia automation framework for traffic generation and network simulation
- Standardized 100+ network provisioning steps, improving operational efficiency
- Developed Tableau dashboards for KPI visibility and automated process monitoring
- Modernized network infrastructure through circuit role migrations and automation
Network Engineer III, Automation
Key Achievements:
- Developed applications for network device monitoring and pre/post maintenance checks
- Created MS Teams Chatbot using Power Virtual Agents for network support
- Implemented machine learning use cases for network events and device trends
- Built automation tools for Operations & Reliability teams
- Created load balanced routes and implemented OAuth for backend services
Network DevOps Engineer II
Key Achievements:
- Developed enterprise-level compliance audit tool for router policies and interfaces
- Created duplicate IP tracker and port cleanup tools for network optimization
- Built dashboard using Kibana for aged ports data visualization
- Containerized services for stability and consistency
- Implemented MongoDB sharded clustering for large datasets
Software QA Engineer
Key Achievements:
- Developed Tcl scripts for new features like PIM-snooping and MCS peers
- Enhanced front-end pages using PHP, HTML, and JavaScript
- Modified BGP scripts to support multiple instances
- Developed Python scripts for Juniper to Nokia configuration conversion
- Created memory comparison tools for different devices under testing
Featured Projects
Innovative solutions that drive operational excellence and network optimization
Software Qualification Framework
Comprehensive software qualification and testing framework for network infrastructure validation and reliability assurance.
Network Automation Framework
Comprehensive pre-production testing environment for backbone network reliability with Ixia automation framework for traffic generation and network simulation.
Compliance Audit Tool
Enterprise-level tool to audit all policies, interfaces, and protocols on routers with automated compliance checks.
Port Cleanup Tool
Automated tool to identify and clean aged/unused ports across business services including EVPN, EDIA/BIZ, EPL/EAEPL.
Network Monitoring Dashboard
Real-time network device monitoring with pre/post maintenance checks and KPI dashboards using Tableau.
MS Teams Network Chatbot
AI-powered chatbot using Power Virtual Agents for network support, device lookup, ticket creation, and team communication.
Additional Projects
A comprehensive portfolio of tools, scripts, and solutions developed throughout my career
Network Infrastructure Modernization
Modernized and optimized network infrastructure through circuit role migrations, automation for configuration management, and comprehensive protocol validation.
Network Provisioning Standardization
Standardized over 100+ network provisioning steps to improve consistency and operational efficiency, addressing team ownership issues.
Ixia Automation Framework
Developed comprehensive Ixia automation framework integrating IxNetwork functionality for traffic generation and simulation with internal tool handlers and CLI runners.
Configuration Portal Integration
Enhanced audit tool to integrate with configuration portal for compliance checks with latest templates.
MongoDB Sharded Clustering
Implemented MongoDB sharded clustering to split out larger datasets for better performance.
Parallel Command Execution
Updated scripts for parallel execution of commands to increase efficiency in network operations.
Process Optimization Framework
Improved automated process efficiency by identifying delays, reducing errors, eliminating redundant steps, and managing access control.
Data Archiver Script
Created archiver script to remove older documents from MongoDB and store them as zip files on primary & backup servers.
Tableau KPI Dashboard
Developed comprehensive Tableau dashboards for KPI visibility and automated process health monitoring.
Firewall Rule Validation
Implemented automated traffic flow testing for firewall rule validation, testing counters for inbound/outbound traffic.
Django REST API Framework
Setup Django REST API Framework to integrate tool data with other tools and services.
Out of Band Access Manager
Comprehensive tool to manage and validate out of band access with ping validations and conflict checks.
Duplicate IP Tracker
Enterprise tool to track duplicate IPs in the network and identify associated problems for network optimization.
BGP Multi-Instance Support
Modified existing BGP scripts to support multiple instances for enhanced routing capabilities.
Performance Monitoring Frontend
Frontend page for monitoring the performance of devices under testing with dynamic content.
Achievements & Recognition
Milestones and accomplishments that showcase expertise and impact
Network Automation Expert
LegendarySuccessfully automated 100+ network provisioning steps
AI/ML Integration Pioneer
EpicImplemented machine learning for network insights and automation
Enterprise Tool Architect
RareBuilt enterprise-level compliance audit tool for 15K+ devices
Network Optimization Master
RareCleaned 5000+ unused ports and optimized network efficiency
Cross-Platform Migration Specialist
UncommonAutomated 200+ device migrations from Juniper to Nokia
Protocol Master
EpicExpert in BGP, MPLS, OSPF, ISIS, and advanced networking protocols
Digital Badges & Credentials
A collection of verified credentials and certifications that showcase expertise across networking, cloud computing, automation, and emerging technologies.
Introduction to Generative AI
Coursera
Nov 2023
Cisco Certified DevNet Associate
Cisco
Aug 2020
Juniper Networks Certified Specialist, Automation and DevOps
Juniper Networks
Aug 2020
Juniper Networks Certified Associate, Automation and DevOps
Juniper Networks
Jul 2020
CCNA Routing & Switching
Cisco
Aug 2017
AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate)
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Mar 2017
AWS Certified SysOps Administrator (Associate)
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Mar 2017
CompTIA Cloud+
CompTIA
Apr 2017
Associate of (ISC)²
ISC2
Completed
Certified Blockchain Expert
Blockchain Council
Completed
Elegant Automation Frameworks using Python and Pytest
Udemy
Completed
Gamification: Motivation Psychology & The Art of Engagement
Udemy
Completed
Microsoft Technology Associate (Security)
Microsoft
Completed
Python for Data Science and Machine Learning Bootcamp
Udemy
Completed
Understanding of Cisco Network Devices
Cisco
Completed
Continuously expanding knowledge and expertise in emerging technologies
Education
From circuits to networks: My educational path through telecommunications and engineering innovation
Northeastern University
Master of Science (M.S.), Telecommunication Systems Management
Courses Taken:
Osmania University
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Relevant Courses to my Master's Degree:
Let's Connect
Ready to collaborate on cutting-edge network automation and software engineering projects