David Blackwelder

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Principal Software Engineering Manager Mobile Packet Core, Azure for Operators @ Microsoft
redmond, washington, united states
David Blackwelder's Location
Allen, Texas, United States, United States
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About David Blackwelder

Experienced Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the telecommunications industry. Skilled in Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS), Media Gateway Control Protocol (MGCP), Code Division Multiple Access Method (CDMA), General Packet Radio Service (GPRS), and Media Gateways. Strong professional with a Certification Program focused in Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training from Nortel Networks.

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Principal Software Engineering Manager Mobile Packet Core, Azure for Operators
redmond, washington, united states
Website:
microsoft.com
Employees:
189892
David Blackwelder Work Experience Details
  • Microsoft
    Principal Software Engineering Manager
    Microsoft Nov 2020 - Present
    Richardson, Texas, United States
    Transitioned from Affirmed Networks to MSFT through AcquisitionProvided ongoing support and fast feature development (post product launch) for MME/SGSN.5G Telecom Software Development and Support on core product components.Cloud Migration: Transitioning software to Azure Cloud, enhancing scalability and performance.Product Management: Managed Unity Cloud Software products, scheduling and overseeing development cycles and feature implementations for customer deliverables. SMF / UPF / PaaS / Infra / AMF / MME / SSF / OPM / PADS products.Cross-Functional Team Leadership: Led cross-matrix teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring project alignment and deliverables across departments.
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  • Affirmed Networks
    Senior Manager For Lte Packet Core Mme/Sgsn
    Affirmed Networks Sep 2016 - Dec 2021
    Richardson, Texas
    Transitioned from HCTA to Affirmed Networks with AcquisitionDelivered high-quality software builds to Tier 1 telecommunications companies worldwide.Built and developed proficient software engineering teams.Managed cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.Conducted weekly KPI discussions with executives to drive performance and strategic alignment.
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  • Hitachi Communication Technologies America, Inc.
    Lte Mme/Sgsn Senior Manager
    Hitachi Communication Technologies America, Inc. Oct 2012 - Dec 2021
    Richardson
    Drove fast feature software development post product launch.Delivered high-quality and timely software updates to help customers achieve their objectives.Coordinated cross-functional teams of developers and support engineers.Managed customer relationships to ensure high satisfaction and address concerns.
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  • Avaya
    Enterprise Voip Cs1000 Manager
    Avaya Dec 2009 - Oct 2012
    Dallas/Fort Worth Area
    Transitioning from Nortel to Avaya with acquisition.
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  • Nortel Networks
    Enterprise Voip Cs1000 Manager
    Nortel Networks Sep 2008 - Dec 2009
    Dallas/Fort Worth Area
    Responsibilities Included: - TOOLS Development: Improve efficiency and reduce defects. Software programming in C, C++, PHP, HTML/XML, CSS, Javascript, PERL, AJAX, MySQL on a daily basis. - Delivering software solutions to address customer reported field issues with 0 defects. - Led a team of about 10 highly skilled engineers. - Performance and Team Management. - Offshore global resource team development (India and Russia), outsourcing, consolidation, and downsizing. - Process management to drive product quality and resource effectiveness - Product lifecycle management
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  • Nortel Networks
    Americas Regional Manager For Wireless Voice Core Product
    Nortel Networks Aug 2004 - Sep 2008
    Dallas/Fort Worth Area
    Responsibilities Included: - Delivering the highest quality software solutions to address high profile NA communication provider's reported field issues with 0 defects. - Led a small team of 10 to 15 highly skilled engineers. - Technical lead on critical issue resolution. - Performance and Team Management. - Escalation Management and Reporting to Execs. - Offshore global resource team development (India / Turkey / China), outsourcing, consolidation, and downsizing. - Routinely work with internal program management and R&D teams as well as external key customers. - Lab maintenance, development. - Process management to drive product quality and resource effectiveness - Product lifecycle management
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  • Nortel Networks
    System Resources Project Team Lead
    Nortel Networks Jan 2000 - Aug 2004
    Dallas/Fort Worth Area
    Working on the Wireless GSM/UMTS (2g/3g) DMS MSC / HLR / VLR / GMSC - Responsibilities included resolution of high profile / critical customer issues within SLA targets. - Technical mentor and coach for all team members. - Escalation Management - 24x7 Pager Support - Development of training material and presentations - Tool Development - Building TestcasesSoftware Experience: C, C++, Protel, OO Protel, Assembly, PHP, HTML/XML, Javascript, CSS, AJAX/JSON, SQL, PERL, SH Scripting, Java ...Telecom Experience: Wireless GSM (2g), UMTS (3g), Network Topology, OSI model, CCS7, ISUP, MAP, DTAP, RANAP, BSSAP, SIP, VoIP, H.248, BICC, IN, Basic Call, Location Update, Handover
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  • Nortel Networks
    Wireless Gsm/Umts Product Support Engineer
    Nortel Networks Mar 1998 - Jan 2000
    Dallas/Fort Worth Area
    Supported the software for the GSM MSC product. Worked with numerous teams including: Technical Support, Emergency Recovery, Test, and Design teams. Main responsibilities included: collecting data, problem reproduction in the lab, analyzing code, development of a code solution, testing solution in the lab, writing supporting documentation for internal and external customers, representing the solution in an inspection review process, and submission to repository for field delivery. Also provided 24x7 pager support.
  • International Paper
    Control Engineer
    International Paper Feb 1995 - Feb 1998
    Texarkana, Texas Area
    Worked as control engineer for the Paper Machine and Power House. Significant project: Implemented a new color control system on the paper machines which resulted in a significant reduction of product waste.

David Blackwelder Skills

Sip Lte Gsm Ss7 Umts Voip Cdma 3g Ip Gprs Isup 3gpp Tdm Internet Protocol Perl Media Gateways Tcap General Packet Radio Service Sgsn 4g Atm Networks Code Division Multiple Access Method Isdn User Part H.248 Sccp Mgcp

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