Hi, I’m Sahil Mehta, a testing professional with 14+ years of experience in test management, test planning, and hands-on execution across telecom networks and data centers. I’ve partnered with Vodafone, Sky, Nokia, and Highway England to define quality strategies, drive automation with Python and Robot Framework, and deliver reliable releases through rigorous test cycles and stakeholder coordination. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, mentoring junior engineers, and steering complex test campaigns from UAT to performance testing. My hands-on experience spans IMS core networks, SIP/RTP/SS7, SBCs, VOIP, DNS, and cloud/VMware data centers, with strong scripting in Python and extensive use of Jenkins CI/CD. I enjoy turning tough problems into actionable plans and building strong client relationships to ensure successful project outcomes.

Sahil Mehta

Hi, I’m Sahil Mehta, a testing professional with 14+ years of experience in test management, test planning, and hands-on execution across telecom networks and data centers. I’ve partnered with Vodafone, Sky, Nokia, and Highway England to define quality strategies, drive automation with Python and Robot Framework, and deliver reliable releases through rigorous test cycles and stakeholder coordination. I excel at leading cross-functional teams, mentoring junior engineers, and steering complex test campaigns from UAT to performance testing. My hands-on experience spans IMS core networks, SIP/RTP/SS7, SBCs, VOIP, DNS, and cloud/VMware data centers, with strong scripting in Python and extensive use of Jenkins CI/CD. I enjoy turning tough problems into actionable plans and building strong client relationships to ensure successful project outcomes.

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Hi, I’m Sahil Mehta, a testing professional with 14+ years of experience in test management, test planning, and hands-on execution across telecom networks and data centers. I’ve partnered with Vodafone, Sky, Nokia, and Highway England to define quality strategies, drive automation with Python and Robot Framework, and deliver reliable releases through rigorous test cycles and stakeholder coordination.

I excel at leading cross-functional teams, mentoring junior engineers, and steering complex test campaigns from UAT to performance testing. My hands-on experience spans IMS core networks, SIP/RTP/SS7, SBCs, VOIP, DNS, and cloud/VMware data centers, with strong scripting in Python and extensive use of Jenkins CI/CD. I enjoy turning tough problems into actionable plans and building strong client relationships to ensure successful project outcomes.

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Language

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Work Experience

Senior Engineer at Nokia
October 1, 2023 - Present
Lead and perform end-to-end testing across network and data center infrastructure. Define and review test strategy and test plans; coordinate with service management tools (e.g., ServiceNow) to track incidents, changes and requests; perform functional, end-to-end, and non-functional testing; mentor new team members; lead defect calls with vendors and stakeholders; execute CPE access-side and network protocol testing (SIP, ISUP, SCCP, TR-69, IMS/SBC); automate test scripts using Python and Selenium; configure devices and firmware upgrades; validate QoS using IXIA or similar tools; prepare exit reports and client-facing documentation.
Test Manager at Nokia
August 1, 2022 - April 30, 2023
Managed testing activities for major infrastructure migration/upgrade projects. Created and reviewed test strategies and plans; coordinated with vendors and cross-functional teams; led operational readiness testing such as OAT/SMAT/DR tests; oversaw defect management and test reporting; drove automation and parameter/configuration changes using Python and scripting; supported IMS Core testing and CPE/VOIP validation.
Testing Consultant at Sky
March 1, 2020 - March 31, 2022
Contracted testing consultant delivering functional and non-functional testing across VMware-based data center features; produced test plans and scripts; conducted witness testing with client; managed defects via RQM/IBM and Remedy; coordinated with operations and vendor teams to ensure qualification and handover readiness.
Engineer at Telent
November 1, 2018 - January 31, 2020
End-to-end testing of OSS lifecycles; plan and execute functional, non-functional and performance tests; coordinate with incident/alert systems; develop and execute test scripts; perform failover and backup/restore testing; ensure quality across network and application nodes; participated in test planning and exit reporting.
Team Leader - Testing at Aricent
January 1, 2012 - July 31, 2018
Led testing teams for IMS core network and VoIP platforms; developed test plans for PBX testing (CUCM, Avaya) and network protocols (SIP, ISUP, Q931, SCCP); built lab environments to meet testing criteria; conducted interconnect SIP testing; produced exit reports and coordinated with vendors; mentored team members and contributed to lab and test automation initiatives.

Education

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Qualifications

Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Communication
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Telecommunications, Software & Internet, Professional Services

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