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Kathy Lim Cha Ying

Kathy Lim Cha Ying

Network Engineer
Malacca

Summary

Results-driven Network Engineer with 5 years of experience supporting large-scale enterprise networks. Skilled in routing, switching, MPLS, and data center operations, with hands-on Tier 3 support expertise. Experienced in upgrades, migrations, and network optimization. Strong collaborator, fast learner, and committed to continuous improvement.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Network Planning Engineer

StarHub
08.2022 - Current
  • Delivered Tier 3 support for domestic MPLS, regional MPLS, and Data Center networks, ensuring high availability and service reliability.
  • Proactively upgraded firmware on essential network infrastructure, reducing vulnerabilities and ensuring operational continuity.
  • Led the migration planning and implementation for broadband infrastructure transitions, ensuring seamless service continuity.
  • Authored detailed Methods of Procedure (MoPs) to ensure standardized and risk-mitigated execution of network operations.
  • Worked closely with vendors and cross-functional teams to coordinate and roll out network enhancements and solutions.
  • Managed project budgets and procurement of network hardware and software, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation.

Network Planning Engineer

StarHub
08.2022 - Current
  • Delivered Tier 3 support for domestic MPLS, regional MPLS, and Data Center networks, ensuring high availability and service reliability.
  • Proactively upgraded firmware on essential network infrastructure, reducing vulnerabilities and ensuring operational continuity.
  • Led the migration planning and implementation for broadband infrastructure transitions, ensuring seamless service continuity.
  • Authored detailed Methods of Procedure (MoPs) to ensure standardized and risk-mitigated execution of network operations.
  • Worked closely with vendors and cross-functional teams to coordinate and roll out network enhancements and solutions.
  • Managed project budgets and procurement of network hardware and software, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation.

Network Design Engineer

Persol Kelly Services - Huawei Technologies
07.2020 - Current
  • Completed extensive training in telecommunication theory and practical network design, applying knowledge to real-world scenarios.
  • Analyzed client requirements and collaborated with product teams to configure accurate IP quotations, ensuring alignment with data communication standards and awareness of EOM/BCM product lifecycles.
  • Attended client meetings to present and recommend tailored network solutions based on specific network environments.
  • Coordinated with internal teams to support end-to-end delivery of solutions, ensuring smooth transitions from order placement to service deployment.
  • Mentored junior engineers, sharing best practices for effective network design and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Pre-assembly Process Engineer

Infineon Technologies
03.2019 - 06.2019
  • Collaborated with senior engineers on projects and offered insight while involving in die scratches improvement project.
  • Studied the pre-assembly process (laminating, grinding, mounting, sawing and visual inspection processes) used by Infineon Technologies.
  • Identified the potential issues which can cause serious die scratches by implementing design of experiment.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Electronics Majoring in Robotics and Automation

Multimedia University
06.2016 - 06.2020

Skills

    Routing and Switching

    IP Network Protocols

    Data Center Networking

    Python

    C programming

    Microsoft Excel

    Problem-solving and analytical thinking

    Project management and documentation

    Vendor and stakeholder coordination

Timeline

Network Planning Engineer

StarHub
08.2022 - Current

Network Planning Engineer

StarHub
08.2022 - Current

Network Design Engineer

Persol Kelly Services - Huawei Technologies
07.2020 - Current

Pre-assembly Process Engineer

Infineon Technologies
03.2019 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Electronics Majoring in Robotics and Automation

Multimedia University
06.2016 - 06.2020
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