Jacob Victor
Reston
Summary
Dedicated RF Optimization Engineer with extensive experience in optimizing network performance across various technologies including 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G(OPEN RAN). Proficient in conducting drive test analysis, cluster optimization, KPI monitoring, Planning and design, Parameter optimization, network recommendations, RAN/OSS monitoring and optimization, layer 3 analysis, UE and scanner setup and debugging, feature testing, and familiarization and knowledge about SRAN in Nokia, Huawei and Ericsson RF modules and Optimization/OSS tools, and addressing customer complaints promptly and giving resolution for the complaints. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement solutions such as RF Recommendations and solutions, parameter auditing, live monitoring CR raising and RFC(Radio frequency change) implementation, review with customer and giving recommendations like, RET changes, parameter tuning, layer3 analysis and recommending solutions to enhance coverage and call quality. Proven track record of delivering timely feedback and closing complaints and providing solutions to ensure exceptional customer satisfaction. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities coupled with a commitment to continuous improvement make me a valuable asset in optimizing RF networks.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RF OPTIMIZATION LEAD (DISH 5G ORAN PROJECT)
Kelly Telecom
2023.10 - Current
- Conducted optimization activities for CU nodes in 5G Open RAN architecture to ensure efficient resource allocation and management
- Worked on FOA testing with Dish wireless to do feature testing like – UPLINK 256 QAM, RLC UM MODE SHORT SN, CONNECTED MODE SHORT DRX, 4CC carrier aggregation, 2CC uplink carrier aggregation, DL and UL interference randomization, XN based data forwarding, Contention free RACH, R16 conditional handover
- Fine-tuned CU parameters such as bearer handling, A5 and A3 parameters, and handover procedures to enhance network performance and throughput
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve CU-related issues, ensuring seamless integration with other network elements
- Optimized DU functionalities and parameters in 5G Open RAN deployments to improve radio resource management and overall network efficiency
- Conducted parameter tuning for DU functions including modulation and coding schemes, HARQ configurations, and link adaptation algorithms
- Utilized performance management tools to monitor DU KPIs and identify optimization opportunities, implementing corrective actions to enhance network reliability and performance
- Collaborated with vendors and internal teams to validate DU software upgrades and patches, ensuring compatibility and stability in production environments
- Led optimization efforts for RU components in 5G Open RAN networks, focusing on radio resource allocation, beamforming, and interference mitigation
- Conducted site-specific parameter optimization for RUs to optimize coverage, capacity, and interference levels, ensuring optimal user experience
- Utilized advanced RF planning tools to analyze radio propagation characteristics and optimize antenna configurations for maximum coverage and signal quality
- Implemented advanced beamforming techniques such as Massive MIMO and beamforming algorithms to enhance RU performance and spectral efficiency
- Currently serving as an Optimization Lead for various markets in Dish Networks, tasked with providing recommendations and solutions for network optimization, ensuring timely delivery of all agreed milestones and deliverables
- Collaborate closely with customers and conduct technical discussions with the team to enhance the quality of reports delivered
- Present weekly milestones to customers to demonstrate project progress
- Ensure proper documentation of deliverables submitted to customers
- Reduced dropped calls and improved call setup success rates through detailed network analysis
- Lead national calls with the Dish national team, setting agendas and summarizing meeting minutes for discussion
- Optimized network performance by implementing RF tuning and parameter modifications
- Plan, execute, and implement drive scenarios and reports according to customer requirements
- Specialize in 5G OPEN RAN SA Network optimization, resolving real-time issues, conducting Layer 3 analysis, optimizing physical parameters, and ensuring compliance with all KPIs for network improvement
- Utilize expertise in tools and drive testing to meet KPIs and increase report pass rates
- Possess detailed knowledge of soft parameter optimization with Mavenir parameters
- Proficient in 5G/4G Planning, small cell planning, and coverage analysis, including identifying coverage gaps, capacity planning, and forecasting
- Conduct 5G/4G SCFT tests and plan parameters for new cell sites
- Accomplished in IBS, RF Design Engineering, and Implementation
- Perform event Bucketisation to meet KPIs, resolve Mavenir Jira defects, and close clusters, providing justifications for events
- Expertise in tools like XCAL Manager, XCAP, and mapping drive test KPIs for quality site checks and neighbor relations
- Proficient in monitoring real-time network issues and troubleshooting various problems, including those related to CU, VONR, IMS signaling, and IPERF
- Knowledgeable in AWS, Kubernetes, Azure, VMARE, and cloud platforms, with experience in accessing and utilizing them effectively
- Skilled in LTE protocol stack, VoLTE, SDU, PDU, LTE channels, bearers, RRC, MAC, PDCP, RLC, and proficient understanding of AWS, Kubernetes, Containers, and Docker technologies and their functionalities
RF Regional LEAD (DISH 5G ORAN PROJECT)
GCB Services
2022.01 - 2022.10
- Worked as a RF lead for taking care of cluster Optimization of 10 markets at Dish Networks, overseeing optimization efforts for 5G OPEN RAN SA Network
- Team Lead at Dish Networks, overseeing optimization efforts for 5G OPEN RAN SA Network
- Worked with FCC drives with drive team, benchmarking drives in different hexagon type also verified drives for meeting the drive KPIS
- Supported team for drive Test for FCC drives
- Worked on PSAP testing on different markets for E911 and 522 for different PSAPS in different markets, worked on helping team to fill in the TVWS for the testing
- Worked on MPE project worked on Roofmaster tool to see projections for T mobile and AT and T from RFDS after calculating
- Provided recommendations and solutions for network optimization, addressing real-time issues and conducting Layer 3 analysis
- Proficient in tools such as XCAL Manager and XCAP for mapping drive test KPIs and ensuring site quality
- Managed tasks including neighbor relation definition, monitoring KPI thresholds, and addressing MCG mobility statistics and XN handover issues
- Expertise in resolving IPERF-related issues, SIP registration failures, and optimizing RSRP and SS-SINR through RET recommendations
- Conducted auto-generated report analysis, focusing on RRC failure cause, spectral efficiency, and proposing cluster optimization strategies
- Proficient in cloud platforms like AWS, Kubernetes, and Azure, with hands-on experience in cluster optimization and troubleshooting network issues across various components
- Collaborated with core teams from Nokia, Cisco, and Mavenir for comprehensive issue resolution
- Conducted in-depth XCAL layer 3 analysis to address drop, setup, handover, and VoNR failures
- Managed client interactions, ensured timely report submissions, and facilitated tool acquisition and resource allocation
- Proficient in LTE protocol stack, VoLTE, and SDU/PDU, with a solid grasp of LTE channels, bearers, RRC, MAC, PDCP, and RLC
- Possess knowledge of AWS, Kubernetes, containers, and Docker, with a keen understanding of their functionalities
Frontline Customer Consultant (GLOBE INTEGRA PROJECT)
Huwaei
Bengaluru
2021.06 - 2022.01
- Consultant for frontline customer in Globe Integra Project
- Check, accessibility, ERAB, RRC, handover issues, CIO offset parameter changes, CQI improvement, Power changes, Load balancing, Uplink comp features to reduce pilot pollution
- Worked on Ericsson swap project with Huawei worked on tools like ENM, EPMP and NIAM for OSS/BSS swap project and has knowledge in Huawei tools like PRS, U2020, Discovery, Omstar, smart RNO, Genex assistant
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving inquiries promptly and professionally
- Boosted sales by providing tailored product recommendations based on client needs and preferences
- Provided recommendations and solutions for network optimization with latest features in LTE
- Conducted parametric, OSS KPI, and physical optimization
- Managed cluster optimization reports ensuring timely submission and review with the customer
- Analyzed sites for coverage, quality, and throughput, including event analysis for VoLTE and call analysis
- Monitored sites with KPI discrepancies and performed optimization
- Implemented power adjustments including reference signal power, PA and PB, mobility load balancing, uplink coordinated multipoint, neighbor definition, and major alarms
- Checked KPI thresholds, improved overall KPIs, and conducted timely monitoring after implementation during both busy and non-busy hours
- Monitored 5G KPIs including ENDC setup success rate, SGNB addition success rate, ENDC-inter SGNB drop rate, traffic, UE numbers, PRB utilization, gNodeB X2 success rate, cell throughput, and cell max throughput in different layers (NR35 and NR26)
L2 Engineer (GLOBE ROLLOUT PROJECT)
Huawei
Bengaluru
2021.02 - 2021.06
- KPI Monitoring and Analysis of 5G, 4G, 3G, and 2G networks
- Parametric Optimization of ERAB, X2 HANDOVER, CQI Periodicity, and Power Config (PA/PB)
- Load Balancing of Sites with High Traffic and High UE Count
- High PRB Utilization Sites
- CQI and Throughput Improvement
- Analysis of RTWP and TA (Timing Advance) for Identifying Overshooting Cells
- Spectral Efficiency Enhancement
- BLER (Blocking Error Rate)
- Expertise in UL COMP Feature, MLB, and Carrier Aggregation
- Fetching Pre MR Plots for Drive for First-Level Analysis of All KPIs
- Obtaining Measurement Reports from UE through Discovery Tool
- Root Cause Analysis through Layer 3 Analysis and KPI Optimization of DT KPIs
L1 Engineer (H3I Indonesia)
Huawei Technologies
Bengaluru
2020.04 - 2021.02
- Direct communication with frontline customers for pre and post-analysis after RFC activity
- Live monitoring of sites
- In-depth knowledge in KPIs, counters, and parametric optimization of sites
- Preparation of L0 reports for customers with different justifications (traffic balancing, throughput, X2 handover, ERAB setup success ratio)
- Improvement of network quality
- Ensuring timely submission of reports while maintaining quality
RF optimization Engineer
Huwaei
2020.02 - 2020.04
- Conducted cluster optimization and prepared comprehensive reports featuring pre-post analysis, justified findings, and actionable recommendations for enhancing 2G and 3G network performance
- Specialized in call drop and call failure analysis, employing advanced techniques to identify root causes and implement effective solutions
- Utilized efficient shortcuts and highlighted key insights to streamline the analysis process and ensure prompt decision-making
- Demonstrated expertise in optimizing network clusters, resulting in improved network reliability and quality of service
RF Optimization Engineer
Huawei
Kerala
2019.06 - 2020.01
- Proficient in utilizing OSS tools, particularly adept with the U2000 tool
- Skilled in extracting data from diverse counters across 2G, 3G, and 4G networks within Mycom OSI platform
- Experienced in KPI retrieval and monitoring, specifically for newly integrated sites within Vodafone Idea Limited (Kerala) network
- Proven ability in raising Change Requests (CR) for Request for Change (RFC) activities concerning both 2G and 4G networks
- ISDP Software for L2 Level Approval for Huawei
- SNOC Software service manager for different scenarios
- Involved in the RF team for idea cellular limited LTE, 3G and 3G parameters
- Finetuning eNodeB parameters using BTS remote tool (RAS)
- Expertise in Drive Test tool -Teems Investigation and Nemo Outdoor
- Airtel 3G, Airtel 2G, Airtel 4G SCFT TDD and FDD sites with Ericsson man month project for kerala circle with network quality team
- Frequency mapping for 2G for L900 System Modules in Huawei
RF Optimization Engineer
Vedang Radio Technology
Kerala
2016.12 - 2019.03
- Managed cluster optimization reports including preparation and timely submission
- Coordinated 10 teams for drive tests for SCFT (Single Cell Function Test) and cluster optimization
- Conducted weekly reviews with customers to discuss targets and proposals, and facilitated report submissions
- Performed cluster analysis and prepared SCFT reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Coordinated drive test teams and conducted analysis and justification for areas with poor coverage or quality
- Verified all plots and provided justifications post-layer 3 and event
- RF optimization Engineer at (Nokia project) in idea 4g TDD project band 40 and 41 drive for Vodaphone idea merger project analyzing SCFT reports and verifying the KPIS and passing the report
- RF optimization Engineer for volte project (Bharathi airtel)-NOKIA For MOS drive Cluster optimization
- Remote support from OSS side for the SCFT Testing’s, C&I’s, Alarm Clearance.(NOKIA-netact)
- Involved in the implementation and testing of various features in LTE/SRAN from the deployment perspective
- Idea TDD new sites band 41 and band 40 in new 5g air scale modules
RF Support Engineer
Telcomone Ltd.
Kerala
2016.04 - 2016.12
- Supported idea networks with drive test analysis for 2G, 3G, and 4G networks
- Conducted testing for 4G networks for SRAN in Nokia RF module
- Checked customer complaints and handled them efficiently
- Collaborated with RF teams to provide resolutions, including RF booster, IBS solution, and coverage testing
- Conducted call analysis and drop analysis to optimize network performance
- Provided timely feedback and closed CUG connections (Corporate Connections) complaints, ensuring customer satisfaction
Education
B.Tech - Electronics, Communication & Engineering
Cochin University of Science And Technology
Kerala, India05.2015
Skills
- Adaptive Team Worker
- Patient Listener
- Organizing and managing people
- Organization and strategic planning
- Effective communication
- Team leadership and management
- Problem solving skill
- Customer Service
- Network Performance Analysis
- Critical Thinking
Languages
Malayalam
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
AVINASH KOTIAN
- Director of Engineering Next Gen (GTA), Contact: +1571-353-1107,avinash.kotian@gtatelecom.com
Affiliations
- U2020
PRS
SMARTRNO
QGIS
GENEX ASSISTANT
Spectrum Analyzer
PCTEL SCANNER
ACTIX
ATOLL
MCMS
XCAL
XCAP
NIAM-SCRT
SDP
SNOC
U2000
Nemo
ENM(Ericsson)
EIAP
Analyzer
Azenqous hand Tool
Nemo Outdoor 8.2
Actix
Atoll
Tems investigation
MapInfo professional
Google Earth
NetAct(Nokia)
GENEXPROBE
GENEX CLOUD
ROOFMASTER
GENEX DISCOVERY
OMSTAR
Hank Huang
Market General Manager(Boost mobile)-PHX market
Contact: +1612 328 1536 hank.huang@dish.com
Certification
- Devops and AWS certication conducted at Gamut Gurus Pvt ltd
Timeline
RF OPTIMIZATION LEAD (DISH 5G ORAN PROJECT)
Kelly Telecom
2023.10 - Current
RF Regional LEAD (DISH 5G ORAN PROJECT)
GCB Services
2022.01 - 2022.10
Frontline Customer Consultant (GLOBE INTEGRA PROJECT)
Huwaei
2021.06 - 2022.01
L2 Engineer (GLOBE ROLLOUT PROJECT)
Huawei
2021.02 - 2021.06
L1 Engineer (H3I Indonesia)
Huawei Technologies
2020.04 - 2021.02
RF optimization Engineer
Huwaei
2020.02 - 2020.04
RF Optimization Engineer
Huawei
2019.06 - 2020.01
RF Optimization Engineer
Vedang Radio Technology
2016.12 - 2019.03
RF Support Engineer
Telcomone Ltd.
2016.04 - 2016.12
B.Tech - Electronics, Communication & Engineering
Cochin University of Science And Technology
- Devops and AWS certication conducted at Gamut Gurus Pvt ltd
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