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Terry-Anne  Fredericks

Terry-Anne Fredericks

Johannesburg

Summary

I am a hard-working, proactive, diligent, and focused person. I am also a very disciplined and respectful person who embrace diversity and the different cultures. I see myself as an ambitious person, who strives to succeed in my career and if presented with an opportunity - I can add value to any organization to achieve both the organizations’ growth objectives and my personal objectives.

I am also a seasoned Network Engineer and Pre-Sales Engineer at Huawei Technologies Africa, I excel in network configuration, enhancing system efficiency by over 30%, and leading teams towards innovative solutions. My expertise in technical support and effective communication has significantly improved client satisfaction and operational reliability.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Network Engineer

Huawei Technologies Africa
Johannesburg
02.2025 - Current

Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems.

Provided complete end-to-end engineering and installation of route-based IP network solutions.

Provided network support services for devices such as hubs, bridges, routers, and other hardware.

Delivered end-user support by troubleshooting connectivity issues and providing guidance on proper usage of networking equipment.

Evaluated emerging networking technologies to identify infrastructure improvement opportunities.

Integrated fixed wireless connectivity into facilities requiring high-speed networks.

Managed, tracked, and coordinated problem resolution and escalation processes.

Trained junior engineers on industry best practices, fostering a collaborative team environment that prioritized knowledge sharing.

Designed and deployed scalable network infrastructure for increased efficiency and reliability.

Created VPN infrastructure and allowed for secure remote connections.

Assisted with implementation and support of network monitoring tools.

Optimized routing protocols to improve data transfer speeds across the organization''s network infrastructure.

Developed comprehensive documentation for network design, configuration standards, and operational procedures.

Streamlined network management with automated monitoring tools.

Implemented WAN and LAN designs in multi-datacenter configurations.

Provided detailed information on hardware and software products so that appropriate stakeholders could make suitable purchasing decisions.

Reviewed technical specifications from clients and vendors to confirm adequacy, accuracy and functionality.

Pre-Sales Engineer

Huawei Technologies Africa
Johannesburg
11.2023 - 02.2025
  • Delivered compelling product demonstrations that showcased key features and benefits, leading to higher conversion rates.
  • Contributed to product documentation and marketing materials by providing technical insights and addressing common customer questions or concerns.
  • Resolved complex technical issues during pre-sales engagements, demonstrating problem-solving skills that built customer trust in our solutions.
  • Assisted sales teams in achieving revenue goals through strategic pre-sales activities and close collaboration.
  • Provided technical expertise and support during the sales process, increasing customer confidence in product capabilities.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by conducting thorough needs assessments and providing tailored product recommendations.
  • Conducted market research to identify trends and opportunities for product development or improvement.
  • Educated clients on the technical aspects of products, ensuring they had a clear understanding of functionality and benefits.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to strategize on ways to optimize product offerings and meet client needs.
  • Generated detailed reports outlining client requirements and proposed solutions, providing valuable information for both sales and engineering teams.
  • Provided critical input on new product development initiatives based on feedback from prospects and existing customers.
  • Participated in industry events and conferences, representing company products while engaging potential customers.
  • Facilitated training sessions for internal team members on product updates or new releases, enhancing overall knowledge within the organization.
  • Created customized proposals that highlighted the unique value proposition of products for each prospective client.
  • Worked closely with post-sales teams to ensure smooth project handoffs, minimizing any disruptions in service delivery.
  • Worked with customers and engineering team to determine equipment needs and system requirements.
  • Worked closely with sales team on understanding customer requirements, promoting products and delivering sales support.
  • Helped customers improve results by recommending changes focused on lowering costs, increasing production, or adding new functionality.
  • Assisted customers in troubleshooting product issues and provided timely technical support.
  • Utilized creative problem-solving skills to overcome technical challenges in the sales process.
  • Configured and modified product systems to meet customer-specific needs.
  • Presented technical presentations to clients to explain product features and benefits.
  • Organized product demonstrations and trial installations of equipment to promote products.

Network Engineer

Huawei Technologies Africa
Johannesburg
08.2022 - 11.2023
  • Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems.
  • Provided complete end-to-end engineering and installation of route-based IP network solutions.
  • Provided network support services for devices such as hubs, bridges, routers, and other hardware.
  • Delivered end-user support by troubleshooting connectivity issues and providing guidance on proper usage of networking equipment.
  • Evaluated emerging networking technologies to identify infrastructure improvement opportunities.
  • Integrated fixed wireless connectivity into facilities requiring high-speed networks.
  • Managed, tracked, and coordinated problem resolution and escalation processes.
  • Trained junior engineers on industry best practices, fostering a collaborative team environment that prioritized knowledge sharing.
  • Designed and deployed scalable network infrastructure for increased efficiency and reliability.
  • Created VPN infrastructure and allowed for secure remote connections.
  • Assisted with implementation and support of network monitoring tools.
  • Optimized routing protocols to improve data transfer speeds across the organization''s network infrastructure.
  • Developed comprehensive documentation for network design, configuration standards, and operational procedures.
  • Streamlined network management with automated monitoring tools.
  • Implemented WAN and LAN designs in multi-datacenter configurations.
  • Provided detailed information on hardware and software products so that appropriate stakeholders could make suitable purchasing decisions.
  • Reviewed technical specifications from clients and vendors to confirm adequacy, accuracy and functionality.

Education

BTech In Electrical Engineering - Electrical Engineering

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg
10.2023

Skills

  • Network configuration
  • LAN switching technologies
  • Layer-2/3 protocols
  • IP addressing and subnetting
  • OSPF routing
  • Technical support capabilities
  • Proactive and team player
  • Network monitoring tools
  • Network architecture design
  • Equipment configuration
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Continuous learning mindset
  • Technical solutions development
  • Effective communication
  • User training
  • Team leadership qualities
  • Cost estimation
  • User support

Accomplishments

    In 2022-2023 I participated in the Huawei ICT Competition challenge which runs through a series of tests that we had to complete from 2022 until 2023 with different stages and each stage had a different level of difficulty. The first stage is the preliminary stage where we did a theory test which had 60 different questions based on datacom, security and wlan. The second stage is regional stages where we competed again all the regions within South Africa where we did a theory exam consisting of 90 questions as well as a 4 hour lab exam with the mentioned topics. Then we proceeded to the Global finals which was held in China in Shenzhen at the Huawei HQ where we were competing against everyone globally this time not just in South Africa but against all the other countries globally where we did an intensive Lab exam of 8 hours and at the end my team and I then managed to get First Prize in the global competition.

    Links: https://www.uj.ac.za/news/uj-student-terry-anne-fredericks-clinches-top-spot-in-huawei-ict-competition-secures-placement-in-grad-programme/

Certification

HCIA Datacom

HCIP Datacom

Huawei ICT 2022-2023 Competition

Timeline

Network Engineer

Huawei Technologies Africa
02.2025 - Current

Pre-Sales Engineer

Huawei Technologies Africa
11.2023 - 02.2025

Network Engineer

Huawei Technologies Africa
08.2022 - 11.2023

BTech In Electrical Engineering - Electrical Engineering

University of Johannesburg
Terry-Anne Fredericks