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Dhiraj Bhasme

Tech Lead & Network Specialist

As a Tech Lead and Network Specialist with 11+ years of experience, I pioneer AI-driven networking solutions. My expertise spans Python network automation, NSO, DevOps (Docker, K8s, Jenkins), Ansible, and Cisco-Devnet for building scalable and secure infrastructures.

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Dhiraj Bhasme

Professional Summary

Experience & Leadership

Started my journey as a Network Engineer, building expertise in data center operations and core network infrastructure. Progressed to Network Automation, where I developed backend solutions for NSO using Python. Now advancing to a Solution Architect role, designing comprehensive network solutions and delivering end-to-end implementations that drive customer success.

Solution Architecture

Architect scalable, AI-driven network solutions that bridge business requirements with technical excellence. Specialize in designing enterprise-grade infrastructures, defining solution blueprints, and guiding customers through complex implementations. Combine deep technical knowledge with strategic vision to deliver transformative network solutions.

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Product Ownership

Agile delivery for network platforms, customer requirement gathering, HLDs, and LLDs with stakeholder engagement.

API Orchestration

API-driven orchestration using JSON-RPC and Python for robust, high-performance network solutions.

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Lifecycle Management

End-to-end network lifecycle management ensuring scalability, reliability, and security across complex environments.

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Team Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration and team leadership driving innovation and delivering business-aligned technical solutions.

AI-Driven Network Innovation

Pioneering intelligent automation at the intersection of AI and network operations

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LLM Integration

Integrated Large Language Models into bot frameworks for intelligent automation and real-time decision-making in network infrastructures.

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MCP Systems

Built interactions with Multi-Domain Control Plane systems enabling self-healing capabilities in modern network environments.

Automated Operations

Transformed network management through AI-powered automation, reducing manual intervention and improving reliability.

Career Journey

A decade of progressive growth in network engineering and automation

September 2022 – Present (3 years 3 months)

Cisco - Software Consulting Engineer

Pune, Maharashtra

Leading Network Service Orchestration and AI integration initiatives. Architecting enterprise-grade automation platforms powered by Cisco NSO, delivering AI-driven service orchestration for complex multi-vendor environments.

March 2020 – September 2022 (2 years 7 months)

Skilled Inspirational Academy - Network Python Automation Trainer

Remote / Online

Taught network automation from scratch and mentored network engineers in their transition towards automation. Delivered online training covering Python for network automation, helping professionals build hands-on skills in scripting, device management, and workflow automation.

September 2021 – August 2022 (1 year)

HCL Technologies - Senior Python Developer

Pune, Maharashtra

Developed advanced Python solutions for network automation. Architected and implemented Cisco NSO services for DU Telecom (UAE), automating network configuration and lifecycle management.

October 2019 – September 2021 (2 years)

CompuCom - Network Specialist II

Pune, Maharashtra

Specialized in Intent-Based Networking and network operations. Automated network operations across 230+ resorts and 4,200+ properties spanning ~110 countries.

December 2015 – October 2019 (3 years 11 months)

Tata Communications - Network Engineer

Pune, Maharashtra

Built foundation in network operations, device upgrades, and L3 troubleshooting. Pioneered automation culture by building bots to optimize repetitive network operations.

Technical Skills

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Programming & Automation

Python Ansible YANG JSON-RPC APIs Netmiko Napalm Paramiko
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Networking Technologies

Cisco Nexus Meraki Viptela Firewalls Data Center Ops BGP / OSPF

DevOps & Cloud

Docker Kubernetes Jenkins CI/CD Linux AWS Git
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AI & Innovation

Generative AI LLMs NSO MCP AIOps Intelligent Automation

Certifications

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Master of Ansible

Network Automation specialization demonstrating advanced automation capabilities.

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CCNA Industrial

Cisco Certified Network Associate Industrial certification validating networking expertise.

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Python PCEP

Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer showcasing programming proficiency.

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Generative AI

Working with Large Language Models certification for AI integration skills.

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Cisco AI Technical Practitioner | AITECH

Cisco-certified AI practitioner validating expertise in AI-driven network solutions and intelligent automation.

Awards

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One in a Million

Exceptional performance recognition

Bravo Award

Excellence in project delivery
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You Inspire 5

Mentoring team members toward success

Education

Bachelor of Technology

Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University
Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering  |  2011 – 2015

Let's Connect

"I'm passionate about building the future of intelligent, AI-driven networks that are agile, automated, and resilient. Let's connect if you're exploring the intersection of AI, automation, and networking."
📍 Pune, Maharashtra, India