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Basics
| Name | João Pedro Fonseca |
| Label | R&D Engineer |
| jpedrofonseca@ua.pt | |
| Phone | (+34) 664-721-177 |
| Summary | As a Senior Researcher at Iquadrat Informatica in Barcelona, I develop evaluation tools for wireless networks, focusing on 6G technologies through EU projects. My work integrates AI services and follows DevOps principles, backed by over five years of experience in cloud and wireless solutions. I have authored and co-authored several conference papers and articles on these subjects. Furthermore, I have also reviewed several articles for conferences and distinguished journals. I am excited to have contributed to important open-source projects like the Linux Kernel and Ultralytics YOLO. My journey began at university, where I developed a strong interest in Linux. I have connected with lively tech communities like ETSI OSM. I also earned SCRUM, 5G, OpenRAN, OpenStack,and NFV certifications. I continue to grow my skills and knowledge along the way! I aim to enhance the work environment through adaptability. I am eager to learn and solve problems collaboratively. I value self-sufficiency while learning from my peers and supporting their efforts. I am a proactive person who pays attention to detail. I have Advanced Analytical Thinking, which I employ daily as part of my problem-solving methods. |
Work
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2024.03 - Present Barcelona, ES
Senior Researcher
Iquadrat Informatica S.L
Design, develop, and integrate telecom solutions for European-funded R&D projects: Horizon 2020(5G-ERA) and Horizon Europe(AC3, 6G BRICKS, 6G-INTENSE, SUNRISE-6G). Led a project on designing solutions for Network Compute Fabric, integrating cloud computing, storage, and mobile devices. Co-led the development of a GenAI solution to translate user intents into Turtle format based on TM Forum's specifications. Worked with other team members to create innovative demonstrations for conferences(IEEE CAMAD 2024, IEEE EUCNC 2024, IoT Solutions World Congress 2024), having presented these solutions for most of the events.
- Architecture design and integration
- Open-RAN
- 6G
- Next-Generation Networks
- LLM
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2022.03 - 2024.02 Porto, PT
R&D Connectivity & NW Engineer
Capgemini Engineering
Assumed leadership roles by managing work packages in multiple projects as the designated work package leader while demonstrating proficiency in editing and writing project deliverables. Technical manager for internal projects, leading teams of 5 from the design to the test of Telecom solutions with open-source and commercial software/hardware for virtualizing 5G Core and RAN. Led the development of Vinia, highlighted in the EC Innovation Radar (https://innovation-radar.ec.europa.eu/innovation/55365). Mentored students pursuing their Master's theses at Capgemini Engineering. Gained extensive experience designing, developing, and delivering Telecom R&D solutions on time and budget for projects funded by Portugal 2020, Horizon 2020, Next Generation EU PRR, and Horizon Europe SNS JU. Gained expertise in analyzing technical specifications (e.g., 3GPP, ETSI, TM FORUM) for architecture definition and led compliant solution implementation.
- Architecture design and integration
- Open-RAN
- 5G
- Next-Generation Network Slicing
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2019.10 - 2022.02 Aveiro,PT
Junior Researcher
Instituto de Telecomunicações Aveiro
Created a solution for H2020 5Growth, enabling network slice orchestration across domains, and co-authored the deliverables. Reviewed ETSI and 3GPP Specifications to enhance the Network Slicing tool for integration with ICT-17 platforms. Contributed with code to the Open-Source Project. Mentor bachelor and master students to enhance their proficiency in interacting with the OSM software stack.
- Network slice orchestration
- Multi-domain orchestration
Education
Awards
- 2020.11.01
Outstanding Technical Contributor (Release 9)
ETSI OSM Community
Recognition for significant contributions to the ETSI OSM community as part of the Release 9 development cycle.
Skills
| Networking | |
| Network Slicing | |
| 5G/6G Technologies | |
| Open RAN | |
| NFV (Network Function Virtualization) | |
| MANO (Management and Orchestration) |
| Software Development | |
| Python | |
| CI/CD | |
| Linux | |
| Open-source Development |
Languages
| Portuguese | |
| Native speaker |
| English | |
| Fluent |
| French | |
| Beginner |
| Spanish | |
| Intermediate |
| Russian | |
| Beginner |
Interests
| Open Source Contributions | |
| ETSI OSM | |
| Linux Systems | |
| Networking Projects |
Projects
- 2020.01 - Present
ETSI-OSM (Open Source MANO)
Contributor to the ETSI OSM open-source MANO project. Focus on bug fixes, CI/CD pipelines, and community support.
- Patched critical bugs
- Community Support
- 2020.01 - Present
Awesome Hacking Locations
Maintainer of a curated list of global hacking locations.
- Maintaining content
- Global community contribution