Amolik Kakade

Amolik Kakade has over 15 years of experience in systems validation and QA, working with both Silicon Valley start-ups and large networking companies. He has a proven track record in building, automating, and executing performance tests for high-profile products like Google Nexus smartphones and tablets, as well as devices sold by Verizon Wireless and Amazon Fire phone. Amolik's core strengths lie in his deep understanding of Wi-Fi protocols and proficiency in programming languages like Perl and Python. He has led cross-functional teams, managed global test activities, and is recognized as an industry pioneer in wireless technologies and test methodologies, particularly in 802.11 Wi-Fi and 802.15.2 UWB standards. Amolik holds a B.E. from V.J.T.I., an M.S. from Syracuse University, and has pursued further education at UC Berkeley Extension and De Anza College. His past roles include Staff Engineer at Qualcomm, Member of Technical Staff at TZero Technologies Inc., and Lead QA Engineer at Bermai Inc.