Project Manager Radio Frequency
Resume:
Janardana Jee Gurugubelli
Ashburn, VA *****
Phone: 216-***-****
Email: ************.***********@*****.***
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jjee
Professional Summary
Project Manager with 5 years of experience in managing complex projects and 17+ years of experience in the Radio Frequency Engineering sector. I specialize in conducting comprehensive performance analyses to ensure superior network quality and reliability. My expertise encompasses a wide range of technical skills and responsibilities, including network performance analysis, data collection and processing, comparative analysis, network optimization recommendations, reporting and documentation, tool and software utilization, regulatory compliance, technology evaluation, customer experience analysis. Skilled in project planning, budgeting, and resource management. Demonstrated ability to lead functional and cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and deliver projects on time and within budget. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to risk management. Ensuring timely product releases and change management. Passionate about learning new technologies, trends, and best practices, and constantly seeking to improve skills and knowledge.
Work Experience
Manager, Radio Frequency Engineering & Wi-Fi Testing
Global Wireless Solutions Inc, Sterling, VA
January 2020 – Present
●Coordinate communication among a team of RF Engineers and Software Engineers to complete team projects.
●Transformed complex datasets into graphs, charts, and maps, constructing reports and dashboards to interpret cellular carrier behavior and year-over-year trends.
●Analyze drive test data to highlight trends and optimization needs, to solve RF-related problems across multiple technologies for different wireless carriers using NQDI, XCAL, Accuver.
●Conducting in-building tests to measure the network performance of cellular networks.
●Identifying and resolving issues in cellular networks by gathering data on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as RSRP, RSRQ, BLER, FER, call drop rate, call setup success rate, data throughput, latency, signal-to-noise ratio, PRBs, Modulation schemes, codecs, Carrier Aggregation usage, Timeslots, MIMO etc.,
●Comparing the performance of different cellular networks (e.g., 4G, 5G) based on the collected data, scanner data and spectrum analysis.
●Troubleshooting and throughput testing Rate vs Range with various topologies like LOS or NLOS by adding attenuation
●Analyzing data frames in Wireshark for Layer1, Layer2, Layer3 messages
●Knowledge of Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 7 features like OFDMA, MU-MIMO, and BSS Coloring, MLO, 320 Mhz
●In depth knowledge of various 802.11 standards including 802.11a/b/g/n/k/s/r/v/x/ac/ax/ae (used on PHY and MAC layer protocols for Beacons, probes, QoS, WAVE, NAV, MIMO, spatial multiplex, channel aggregation, WiFi 5 / 6 code rate, Wi Fi 6 / 7 code rate etc) and WPA/WPA2/WPA3 protocols
●Knowledge on IoT
●Evaluating the performance of different network operators to benchmark their service quality against each other.
●Identifying areas where network performance can be improved.
●Providing recommendations for RAN optimization (poor coverage, interference, congestion - data, control channel), including adjustments to antenna placement, power levels, and frequency allocations.
●Create summary reports from collected data for various clients in the US, Canada, UK, Mexico, and the Middle East.
●Communicating technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
●Coordinating with vendors and suppliers for RF components and equipment
●Manage project planning and scheduling of team engineering projects.
●Oversee engineering and technical design of RF engineering projects.
●Provide expert guidance to Software Engineers on evaluating, maintaining, and improving RF domain topics within software algorithms.
●Strategic partners liaison for development/ releases.
●Guide, oversee, and review the work of RF and Software Engineers.
●Coordinate with other GWS teams and provide informational support.
●Research cellular RF technology standards to assist in ongoing or future team responsibilities.
●Skilled in process improvement, change management, scope creep management, conflict resolution, and issue handling.
Supervisor/Team Lead, Radio Frequency Engineering & Wi-Fi Testing
Global Wireless Solutions Inc, Sterling, VA
January 2016 – December 2019
●Analyze drive test data to highlight trends and optimization needs for wireless carriers.
●Troubleshoot collected data to solve RF-related problems across multiple technologies.
●Analyze drive test data to highlight trends and optimization needs, to solve RF-related problems across multiple technologies for different wireless carriers using NQDI, XCAL, Accuver.
●Troubleshooting and throughput testing Rate vs Range with various topologies like LOS or NLOS by adding attenuation
●Analyzing data frames in Wireshark for Layer1, Layer2, Layer3 messages
●Knowledge of Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 7 features like OFDMA, MU-MIMO, and BSS Coloring, MLO, 320 Mhz
●In depth knowledge of various 802.11 standards including 802.11a/b/g/n/k/s/r/v/x/ac/ax/ae (used on PHY and MAC layer protocols for Beacons, probes, QoS, WAVE, NAV, MIMO, spatial multiplex, channel aggregation, WiFi 5 / 6 code rate, Wi Fi 6 / 7 code rate etc) and WPA/WPA2/WPA3 protocols
●Knowledge on IoT
●Conducting in-building tests to measure the network performance of cellular networks.
●Identifying and resolving issues in cellular networks by gathering data on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as RSRP, RSRQ, BLER, FER, call drop rate, call setup success rate, data throughput, latency, signal-to-noise ratio, PRBs, Modulation schemes, codecs, Carrier Aggregation usage, Timeslots, MIMO etc.,
●Comparing the performance of different cellular networks (e.g., 4G, 5G) based on the collected data.
●Evaluating the performance of different network operators to benchmark their service quality against each other.
●Identifying areas where network performance can be improved.
●Providing recommendations for RAN optimization (poor coverage, interference, congestion - data, control channel), including adjustments to antenna placement, power levels, and frequency allocations.
●Research new RF technologies to understand parameters and data from various collection equipment.
●Write SQL code to query and analyze collected data, creating summary reports for clients.
●Guide and review the work of RF and Software Engineers.
●Coordinate with other GWS teams and provide informational support.
Radio Frequency Engineer
Global Wireless Solutions Inc, Sterling, VA
April 2009 – December 2015
●Perform RF engineering-related technical analysis on collected data, RF equipment specifications, GIS, and measurement drive data.
●Analyze drive test data to highlight trends and optimization needs, to solve RF-related problems across multiple technologies for different wireless carriers using NQDI, XCAL, Accuver.
●Troubleshooting and throughput testing Rate vs Range with various topologies like LOS or NLOS by adding attenuation
●Analyzing data frames in Wireshark for Layer1, Layer2, Layer3 messages
●Knowledge of Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 7 features like OFDMA, MU-MIMO, and BSS Coloring, MLO, 320 Mhz
●In depth knowledge of various 802.11 standards including 802.11a/b/g/n/k/s/r/v/x/ac/ax/ae (used on PHY and MAC layer protocols for Beacons, probes, QoS, WAVE, NAV, MIMO, spatial multiplex, channel aggregation, WiFi 5 / 6 code rate, Wi Fi 6 / 7 code rate etc) and WPA/WPA2/WPA3 protocols
●Knowledge on IoT
●Conducting in-building tests to measure the network performance of cellular networks.
●Identifying and resolving issues in cellular networks by gathering data on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as RSRP, RSRQ, BLER, FER, call drop rate, call setup success rate, data throughput, latency, signal-to-noise ratio, PRBs, Modulation schemes, codecs, Carrier Aggregation usage, Timeslots, MIMO etc.,
●Comparing the performance of different cellular networks (e.g., 4G, 5G) based on the collected data.
●Evaluating the performance of different network operators to benchmark their service quality against each other, Identify areas where network performance can be improved.
●Providing recommendations for RAN optimization (poor coverage, interference, congestion - data, control channel), including adjustments to antenna placement, power levels, and frequency allocations.
●Provide specialized engineering support for engineering functions and logistics.
●Generate and prepare RF engineering performance reports.
●Analyze, implement, and operate spectrum analyzer equipment, GPS devices, drive test equipment, and calibrating equipment.
●Utilize knowledge and experience with CDMA, GSM, UMTS, LTE.
●Train new engineers as required.
●Prepare materials and presentations for design reviews.
Radio Frequency Engineer
Virtue Group, Alpharetta, GA
November 2007 – March 2009
●Post-process data collected by Data Collection Engineers.
●Analyze events caused by coverage and other related issues.
●Identifying and resolving issues in cellular networks by gathering data on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as signal strength, call drop rate, call setup success rate, data throughput, latency, signal-to-noise ratio, Modulation schemes, codecs etc.,
●Comparing the performance of different cellular networks (e.g., 4G, 5G) based on the collected data.
●Evaluating the performance of different network operators to benchmark their service quality against each other, identify areas where network performance can be improved.
●Providing recommendations for network optimization, including adjustments to antenna placement, power levels, and frequency allocations.
Associate Radio Frequency Engineer
Prithvi Information Solutions, Columbus, OH
January 2006 – May 2007
●Post-process data collected from drive testers and locate dropped call areas and perform duties like plotting the Interference Matrix. Prepare drive routes using MapInfo.
●Use tools like TEMS and AGILENT for post-processing.
●Validate DTI data using Clarify Viewer.
RF Drive Test Engineer/Team Lead
Prithvi Information Solutions, Columbus, OH
September 2005 – December 2005
●Collect call data for system performance and quality evaluation.
●Command over TEMS, AGILENT, and DTI.
●Use MapInfo for mapping and hands-on experience with data collection equipment.
Education
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
Cleveland State University, Ohio
2004 – 2006
Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communications Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, India
1998 – 2002
Skills
Technical Skills:
●Telecommunication technologies: 5G NR, LTE, HSPA, WiFi, UMTS, CDMA, 802.11* standards
●Layer 3 messaging, Ethereal Messaging, SIP messaging, RAN optimization
●Development for GWS in-house tools (.NET, C#, Python and C++)
●Microsoft Office, SQL, MapInfo
●Post-processing tools: NQDI, QVP, XCAL, Accuver, TEMS, OPTPCS, Wireshark
●Knowledge on Digital Signal Processing, Spectrum Analyzer and MatLab
Soft Skills:
●Attention to detail
●Organizational skills
●Interpersonal skills
●Oral and written communication skills
Projects
Automatic File Upload to FTP Server
●Description: Designed an automatic file upload application for collection log files to the FTP server.
●Technologies Used: SQL, .NET
●Outcomes: Successfully launched the application, enabling data collection engineers to upload log files to the FTP server, with automatic retry functionality upon network reconnection, with over 95% accuracy and success.
Network Performance Report Generation
●Description: Designed and generated network performance reports for market-level stats including tables and charts.
●Technologies Used: SQL, .NET, Microsoft Excel, Word
●Outcomes: Generated customized reports for different clients based on specific requirements.
Extract CSVs from Imported Log Files
●Description: Developed a CSV extraction logic for network KPIs of various technologies.
●Technologies Used: SQL, .NET, Microsoft Excel
●Outcomes: Extracted important KPIs into CSV format, with ongoing enhancements to accommodate new technology KPIs. The robustness of this application cut the costs for the company by several millions of dollars every year for the past 12+ years.
Automated Post Processor
●Description: Developed an application to process daily collection data and generate reports.
●Technologies Used: SQL, .NET, C#, Microsoft Excel, Word
●Outcomes: Automated the process of generating CSVs, CDRs, MapInfo workspaces, and Excel reports, integrating all applications for standalone processing servers. This cut the costs for the company by several millions of dollars every year for the past 12 + years.
Network Performance Report for WiFi collection
●Description: Developed an application to process WiFi collection data and generate reports.
●Technologies Used: SQL, .NET, C#, Microsoft Excel, Word
●Outcomes: Generated customized reports for different clients based on specific requirements.
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