01/27/2026 updated

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NetDevOps engineer with 20+ years experience in the industry

Southampton, United Kingdom
Worldwide
BSc Eng Telecommunications
Southampton, United Kingdom
Worldwide
BSc Eng Telecommunications

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CV_Ignacio_Leon_Jun24_Contract.pdf

3GPP (Telecommunication)Amazon Web ServicesAutomationTest AutomationMicrosoft AzureTelecommunicationsC++ (Programming Language)W-CDMA (UMTS)Cloud ComputingComputer ProgrammingContinuous IntegrationVMware ESX ServersGlobal System for Mobile CommunicationsVirtual Private LAN ServicesInformation Technology Infrastructure Libraries (ITIL)Virtual Private Networks (VPN)Multiprotocol Label SwitchingMobile Application SoftwareJSONPython (Programming Language)Kernel-Based Virtual MachineNetwork SecurityNetwork Functions VirtualizationRoutingCitrix SystemsVirtualizationWide Area NetworksXen ServersTransport Layer SecurityGoogle CloudGitContainerizationKubernetesRestful ApiSafety PrinciplesCiscoDockerJenkinsMicroservices
IP Architectures and Solutions
Mastery of Routing & Switching, SRv6, MPLS (RSVP-TE, FRR, VPLS, mLDP, 6PE, MPLS-TP)

3GPP Technologies
Competence in 5GC, ORAN, EPC, WCDMA, GSM, Small Cells, DRA

Virtualization & Cloud Technologies
Proficiency in KVM, Xen, ESXi, Docker, Kubernetes, Microservices, REST API, JSON, Python, CI/CD, Jenkins, Git, Helm, Harbor, AWS, Google Cloud, Azure

Certifications
Hold several certifications including Cisco CCNP, ITIL, 3Com, F5, Microsoft, Citrix

Programming and Automation
Experience in developing automation scripts in Python, containerization of network functions, and IP6in6 tunneling

Mobile App Development
Proficiency in C++ for developing mobile app backends providing real-time services

Network Security
Knowledge of SD-WAN, SSL VPN, ADC, WAF, and various security protocols
 

Experience

Professional experience10+ years
Freelancer since2024

Languages

EnglishNative speakerFrenchBasic knowledgeSpanishNative speaker

Project history

Network Engineer

Contracting
GP4E project (Global Proxy for Education): PoC development in Google Cloud, developing automation scripts in Python, containerization of network functions, IP6in6 tunneling. Driver assist app development (C++) for mobile app backend providing real-time services to commercial drivers.

Channel Systems Engineer EMEA

Cradlepoint
Train and evangelize MSPs, system integrators, and resellers on Cradlepoint's 5G cellular routers and 5G Private Networks. Manage certification activity with channel partners. Integrate Cradlepoint products with 3rd party solutions using REST API, Python SDK and Docker Compose. Create and deliver technical product and roadmap training presentations.

Senior Systems Engineer

Spirent Communications
Looking after EMEA CSP Key Accounts (BT and Vodafone Group). Proficient with Spirent tools and Solutions. Involved in key projects delivering consulting services at Design, Test and Implementation level: Telco Cloud, 5GC, O-RAN, SRv6, SD-WAN MEF 3.0 certifications. Work closely with other Spirent departments and business units to deliver compelling State of the Art solutions.

Senior Networking Sales Engineer

NS1
Supporting the technical sales cycle for Enterprise and Commercial accounts in the UK & I. Traffic steering, DNS, DDI, Latency based routing.

Founder

Leon Marine Ltd
Marine electronics and communications, NMEA & BMET Certified, Member of the British Marine Federation

Senior Networking Systems Engineer

NetBrain Technologies UK
Supporting sales cycle and customers in Enterprise and Commercial accounts in the UK & Ireland

Senior Networking Sales Engineer

Citrix Systems UK
Working with Citrix resources and partners developing solutions around SD-WAN, SSL VPN, Application Delivery Controllers and Web Application Firewalls. Proof of Concept delivery, technical sales presentations, and maintaining awareness of competitor landscape.

Product Management Engineer II

F5 Networks (UK)
Proof of Concept, Solution Testing and Feature Validation. Technology focus on Service Provider: CGNAT, Gi consolidation, DNS Security, DRA

Systems Engineer II

Cisco Systems (UK)
Sales support for Telefonica Group in UK, Spain and Germany. Technology focus on SP WiFi, Datacenter, SON and Small Cells. Responsible for the positioning and delivery of SP-WiFi in O2 WiFi (integration of O2 customers onto O2 WiFi via EAP-SIM, CPAR, O2 HLR/HSS)

Senior Systems Engineer

Ixia Technologies (EMEA)
Supporting sales in UK & Ireland accounts: equipment manufacturers, service providers and financial institutions. Responsible for Ixia Network Test Systems business development for North Middle East Region. Presales technical support in UAE, Qatar, and Egypt. Exploring and setting partnerships with 3rd parties for complex bids.

Datacom Support Team Leader

3Com Europe (UK)
Switching, routing, wireless (802.11) and security support (Tipping Point FW) for 3Com Enterprise Product Line. Coordinating 5 strong support team, New Product Introduction coordination, Critical Problem Response Coordination

Sales Consultant

Telvent Global Services (Spain)
Generating new leads and managing opportunities in the IT managed services business across different verticals: Simfonics RFP, Logistica Suardiaz, Electrabel-Suez Spain, Grupo Konecta, Tele Cinco and Grupo Cofares

Sales Support Engineer

Huawei (Spain)
Jazztel: 2G core network deployment, DCN network design, deployment and support. Vodafone Spain: Presales support: RFC 2547bis, ISIS, RSVP TE, FRR. Al-Pi (FT): Presales support, PoC Huawei CPEs. France Telecom: Presales support, PoC Huawei CPEs. Telefónica: Metro-Ethernet testbed project management, PoC CX600 series, Technical proposal review for RFQ, Solution presentations

Support and Pro Serv Engineer

Various Companies
Working for different companies in Spain (Ericsson, Cap Gemini, HP and Jusan SA) and in a number of accounts (France Telecom, Repsol YPF, Global Crossing, MTN) supporting different vendors (Cisco, Avaya, Siemens, 3Com, ISS, NetIQ, Microsoft, Checkpoint). Design and planning of data/voice network infrastructures, Level 2 Network & Security Support

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