Lead of the Operation Governance Engineering Department at Rakuten Mobile,overseeing the world's first cloud-native mobile network.• Maintain clear and consistent communication with all project stakeholders, including clients, team members, and senior management•Develop and implement project strategies aligned with the company's goals and objectives.•Optimized allocation of personnel, equipment, and financial resources for project efficiency.•Identify and pursue new business opportunities by cultivating strong client relationships with key clients, understanding their business objectives, and technology needs, and pursuing strategic opportunities.•Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product development, and delivery, to ensure alignment and execution of business objectives.•Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), financial metrics, and market trends to evaluate strategies' effectiveness and identify improvement areas

• Experience in diverse IT/BFSI and Telecom management roles, specializing as a Project Manager and administrator with scope, timeline, and budget..• Expertise in end-to-end (E2E) solution implementation and project management of IT and telecom, including SDM Products(Cloud/SDL/EIR/UDM/HSS/HLR).• Manages portfolios including E2E Delivery, Partner Engagement, Projects & Transitions, and Project Governance.• Accountable for end-to-end run delivery of agreed KPIs and SLAs, agreed cost and quality, per budget/forecasts.• Successfully managed various IT Delivery (SAP), Telecom Installation, Upgrade, Migration, Support, and transformation projects on a global scale for different Global Operators and Clients.• Proficient in controlling Delivery projects, including SCOPE definition, resource alignment, schedule management, stakeholder engagement, and cost control.• Identify and mitigate potential project risks to ensure continuity. Worked collaboratively across multiple teams at Mindtree, serving as a key operational stakeholder in managing customer engagement.• Extensive experience in handling various projects for Nokia globally, working with notable clients such as VF Qatar, T-Mobile, KITE, Sky UK, VIL, Bharti India, and KDDI Japan, among others

Role at 'National Cyclone Risk Mitigation Project (NCRMP II)' in Mumbai:Serving as an EWDS Expert for the World Bank-aided initiative based in Mantralaya.Expertise Across IT Enablement Life Cycle:Engaged in every phase of the IT Enablement Life Cycle, including conceptualization, Gap Analysis, Requirements Management, architecture design, System Development, and Project Management.Collaboration for Solution Delivery:Actively collaborating with delivery and sales teams to provide top-notch solutions for both new and existing customers.Technical Advisory and Thought Leadership:Fulfilling a role as a Technical Advisor to clients and prospects, offering thought leadership and business recommendations.Collaborating with Global practice teams on RFPs, Events, and Go-to-Market (GTM) strategies for solutions.Data Management and Analytics Oversight:Overseeing the validation and supervision of Database Design, data analytics design, and the application of Data Mining techniques.Leadership in Relief and Rehabilitation Projects:Leading teams across multiple domains for Relief and Rehabilitation (R&R)projects, ensuring successful implementation.

Team Leadership and Solution Development:Take charge of leading and managing a team comprising Subject matter experts (SMEs) and solution architects. Direct their efforts towards crafting end-to-end (E2E) solutions that offer a compelling value proposition.Market Alignment and Business Case Development:Demonstrate the ability to align solutions and offerings precisely with the demands of clients and the market. Develop a robust value proposition and construct a convincing business case.Project Execution Expertise:Leverage seasoned experience in executing specific project activities, including adept management of issues and risks, change control, as well as overseeing the implementation and transition phases.Technical Proficiency:Showcase technical prowess encompassing Cloud, IMS, LTE, TAS, Wireless Networks, and associated protocols. Exhibit familiarity with NokiaCloud Platforms, Cloud Storage solutions, Cloud band, Virtualization, TelcoCloud, Nokia Cloud Infrastructure for Realtime Applications, OpenStack platform, and VMware Platforms.Network Understanding:Demonstrate a deep understanding of network elements and flows involved in LTE, VoLTE, and IMS networks. Showcase hands-on experience with interfaces and protocols such as SIP, DIAMETER, ISUP, MAP, INAP, CAMEL, etc.Product Knowledge:Possess a nuanced understanding of Nokia DX200, IPA, ATCA MGW, and related products. Display knowledge of IP/MPLS protocols, including BGP, OSPF, DHCP, etc. Showcase experience with Cisco 7609, 12000 series routers.Solution Portfolio Development:Spearheaded the technical development of the Solution Portfolio, closely collaborating with product lines and partners for comprehensive solutions.

Vendor management to implement the network of MSO (Mobile Switching Office).Liasion with local Operators to get the PSTN connectivity for MSO.Proactive maintenance (trend analysis) & ensuring the availability of network performance data

Lead a team of switch engineers and was primarily responsible for overall switching O&M of Ericsson AXE Switch (APZ 212 30).Co-ordination with International Carrier (VERIZON, ZENTA, EGON MCI, SPRINT, REACH, C&W, TNZ WEB POINT etc.) toresolve issue such as Call completion, ACD, ASR, etc.Software correction, patch loading & up gradation for Ericsson switch in a timely manner.Provisioning and configuration of V5, POTS, ISDN BRI & E1 lease lines.

Provisioning, up gradation N/W for ACCESS network of BTS.Analysis of measured data to modify network design & enhance performance.

Deployment of an optimum system like ModCell (2G &2.5 Series) & access nodesInstallation, integration, testing and commissioning of BTS, CDMA cell & UTSATARCOM - DLC (AN2000) in the backhaul network.Hardware/Software upgradation &Tracking for SDH Access N/W [DLC] throughout India from NOC