Highlights:

Skills:Cloud Platforms, Mobile telecommunications network, 4G, 5G, 2G, Open RAN, Kubernetes, Solution Specialist, Solution Delivery, Technical Project Manager, Mobile Core Network, HLR/HSS/UDM/SDM, Solution Integration, Technical Manager, Incidence Management, Product Management, Service Delivery, Troubleshooting, RFP/RFI, Presales Engineer, Solution Engineer, Virtual and Cloud Technologies, Training and Support, Technical Documentation and Reporting

Goal:Driven Mobile Telecommunications Specialist seeking to leverage my solution design and delivery skills to create a meaningful impact in a collaborative work environment.

Principal Engineer 03/2019 - current
Parallel Wireless India Private Ltd., Pune, Maharashtra India
Industry: IT/Telecom
I successfully designed, integrated, and launched a groundbreaking 500-node UBR solution for a prominent mobile network operator in Southeast Asia. In my role as a Solution Architect, I spearheaded innovative proof-of-concept trials for Open RAN solutions, collaborating closely with mobile operators across Africa and Asia. Furthermore, as a Technical Project Manager, I meticulously crafted, integrated, and delivered a transformative rural Open RAN solution for a state mobile service provider in Africa, impacting 125 sites and enhancing connectivity in underserved regions
Successfully designed and implemented a 500-node Unlicensed Band Radio solution for a mobile network operator in Southeast Asia. Working closely with other OEMs involved in the project and coordinated efforts to ensure its success. Delivered 125 rural open RAN 2G/4G sites in Africa, overseeing the technical aspects of the project from start to finish. Conducted green-field and brown-field proof-of-concepts for Open RAN 2G/3G/4G technology in Asia and Africa. Monitoring network performance, analyzing KPIs, and discussing findings with customers to maintain network efficiency. Integrated Open RAN solutions with the MNOs' circuit-switch and packet-switch core network to ensure seamless functionality. Providing technical training to local resources and sub-vendors to ensure they can handle the technology.--
Technology Consultant IV 04/2016 - 03/2019
Hewlett Packard Enterprise India Pvt. Ltd,, Bengaluru, Karnataka India
Industry: IT/Telecom
uccessfully integrated a cutting-edge dynamic SIM provisioning solution with the HLR and the customer's Telecom/IT/Business network while expertly conducting System Acceptance Testing (SAT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT). This seamless implementation ensures enhanced efficiency and reliability for the client’s operations.
Designed and implemented HPE Open Call HLR/HSS solutions. Created a migration plan and converted 20 million GSM/UMTS subscribers into LTE. Worked closely with the practice head and responded to RFPs/RFIs. Prepared technical documentation for the solution delivery. Integrated the Dynamic SIM Provisioning solution with the virtual HSS and delivered it to the customer. Participated in meetings with internal teams and provided feedback on product designs. Performed complex troubleshooting activities to identify the root causes of system problems.--
Manager 08/2010 - 03/2016
Huawei Telecommunications (India) Co. Pvt. Ltd., Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra India
Industry: IT/Telecom
As the Technical Manager, I managed service delivery for one of India's top mobile service providers. I maintained software and hardware inventories of the installed network equipment and performed standard operating procedures as per company policy on a half-yearly and yearly basis.
I managed technical service-related operations for an MNO's Core, RAN, Transmission, and Datacom network elements. I maintained hardware and software inventories of the deployed network elements and replenished them as needed. During critical network outages, I worked as an incident manager and shared, discussed, and closed the Root Cause Analysis. I ensured that we met department milestones and goals while adhering to approved budgets. Additionally, I ensured that standard operating procedures and project guidelines were in place. I made presentations on the project status and presented reports to senior management and the client. Through effective communication regarding technical issues, I built strong relationships with customer--

University of Mumbai 08/1997 - 11/2003
Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major:Electronics and Telecommunications
Four-year Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Telecommunication from Mumbai University.

Principal Engineer RAN, Core Network, 2G/3G/4G/5G, Solutions Design, Solutions Delivery, Technical Project Manager