RUPESHA KEMPANNA
@rupeshakempanna
Software Design & Development
Bangalore
A seasoned professional with 16+ years of experience specializing in software design and development within the Datacom and L2/L3 Networking protocols domain. Expertise includes Linux Systems Programming, Linux Kernel programming, and device drivers, with a strong focus on C programming. Proven ability to lead teams through the entire software development lifecycle, delivering high-impact networking solutions on platforms like CISCO IOS and Juniper JUNOS.
Experience
Technical Leader
Cisco Systems
Spearheaded the development, sustenance, and support of feature and bug fixes in the platform area of N9k series routers, focusing on Linux kernel and device drivers. Orchestrated the successful implementation of two key features, resulting in improved platform performance.
Technical Leader
ALCATEL LUCENT ENTERPRISE
Sustenance of Software Components in Switches. Led a team of 8 members in the development, sustenance, and support of critical features, including Source Learning, UDLD, and MPLS, resulting in a 20% reduction in bug resolution time. Mentored team members, with 25% improvement in technical proficiency and on-time project delivery.
Technical Leader
COMMSCOPE
Developed and supported two key features in CLI and debug modules using Python, enhancing switch functionality by 10%. Implemented efficient debugging techniques, reducing bug resolution time by 30%.
Technical Leader
JUNIPER NETWORKS
Played a pivotal role in the development and support of various features (ECFM, ERP, XSTP, L2CP daemon, CHASSIS Daemon, JVISION support). Involved in Linux systems and Kernel programming. Also managed Carrier Ethernet Transport and xSTP (Nov 2011 to Oct 2013) and WAN Protocols Team (Oct 2010 to Nov 2011).
Project Manager
CISCO SYSTEMS
Managed a diverse team of 13 professionals, overseeing the development and support of PPP protocol family, leading to a 30% enhancement in network efficiency. Successfully implemented Lean Initiative, resulting in a 25% reduction in project timelines and a 15% increase in team productivity.
Wipro Technologies
Included roles at INFORMIX Development Centre (Sep 1998 to Mar 2000) and HB Information Systems (Apr 1997 to Aug 1998).
Education
Siddaganga Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Licenses & Certifications
Project Management Professional (PMP)
PMI
Credential ID: 1802332
Global certificate in Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
INSAID