ASHISH
GUPTA
S O L U T I O N E N G I N E E R
Skill Area Proficiency Tools/Tech Stack
RF Optimization TEMS, Genex, Actix, Nemo, MapInfo Cellular Protocol Testing 5G NR SA/NSA, LTE, IMS, VoLTE, VoWiFi Log Analysis QXDM, QCAT, ELT, Logel, Wireshark Drive Test & Field Logs TEMS, AZENQOS, Genex Probe, Nemo Outdoor Chipset Validation Qualcomm, MediaTek, Unisoc, Exynos 3GPP Compliance Testing SIP, RRC, NAS, IMS Registration, RFCs Issue Reporting & Tracking JIRA, Bugzilla, ALM, RTC Automation Basics Python, UI Automator
Cloud network integration RAN, Core
Linux Redhat
CONTACT
**********@*****.***
Bangalore, India
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashish-
gupta-3a7b3a4a/
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree
University of Rajasthan,
2009
Core Competencies
5G NR SA/NSA & LTE
Validation
IMS/VoLTE/VoWiFi/VILTE
Testing
Field & Drive Testing
(TEMS, Nemo, Genex)
Log Analysis: QXDM, ELT,
QCAT, Logel, Wireshark
Chipset Experience:
Qualcomm, MediaTek,
Unisoc, Exynos
3GPP Protocol Compliance
(RRC, NAS, SIP, VoIP)
Test Case Design & Bug
Reporting (JIRA, ALM,
Bugzilla)
Python Scripting,
Docker/Kubernetes
RF Optimization, KPI
Monitoring
Project & Team
Management
RAN Integration, Core
component bring up on bare
metal.
PROFESSIONAL OVERVIEW
Result-driven Solution Engineer with 11+ years of hands-on experience in device validation, field testing, and log analysis for 5G NR (SA/NSA), LTE, WCDMA, and IMS protocols. Proven ability in smartphone modem validation using Qualcomm, MediaTek, Unisoc, and Exynos platforms. Expert in QXDM, ELT, QCAT, Logel, and Wireshark. Strong knowledge of 3GPP specs, VoLTE, VoWiFi, handovers, and SIP call flows. Adept at identifying and resolving chipset-level issues during product field testing. Having added working knowledge on Cloud network integration and deployment. WORK EXPERIENCE
Solution Engineer
Nokia Solutions and Networks, Bangalore • Jun 2022 – Present
Lead device testing and troubleshooting for 5G-SA/NSA and LTE smartphones based on 3GPP compliance.
Conduct in-depth log analysis using QXDM, QCAT, ELT for IMS/VoLTE/VoWiFi/SIP issues.
Validate device behaviour on Qualcomm, MediaTek, Unisoc platforms during lab and live network scenarios.
Collaborate with R&D, 3rd party vendors, and customers for test delivery and technical resolutions.
Supported OSS deployments and cloud-native virtualization using RedHat, VMWare, Docker, Kubernetes.
Commissioning/deploying and upgrading various Nokia NMS/OSS products over BareMetal, VMWare/OpenStack cloud and Cloud native environment with VNF/NE integrations.
Working knowledge on VLAN, GRE, VxLAN, L2TP, PPTP, Subnetting. Test Lead
Marquis Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore • Nov 2017 – Jun 2022
Managed end-to-end mobile device testing lifecycle for Android/iOS smartphones across global regions.
Performed VoLTE, VoWiFi, VILTE log analysis and registration flow testing using QXDM, ELT, Wireshark.
Led multi-chipset validation (Unisoc 9230/9863, MediaTek 9850, Qualcomm SDM series).
Delivered projects within deadlines by managing a team of 40+ testers.
Coordinated overseas testing in Malaysia, Taiwan, UK, and Europe. Engineer – Device Testing & RF
Huawei Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore • Apr 2016 – Nov 2017
Supervised RF optimization and DT engineers for LTE/UMTS network analysis.
Conducted cluster optimization and KPI improvement post drive tests using Actix and Genex.
Investigated interference, call drops, and handover failures; provided optimization recommendations.
RF Engineer (Multiple Roles)
Various Companies: NR Switch, Aster Teleservices, Infinite Tele solutions Apr 2011 – Mar 2016
Performed 2G/3G/4G drive tests and KPI improvements using TEMS, Nemo, Actix.
Optimized handovers, drop call rates, coverage black spots.
Processed field logs and presented actionable insights to project stakeholders.
Delivered trainings on RF tools and GSM/UMTS/LTE concepts. Accomplishment
Spearheaded 5G SA/NSA device validation project, reducing field testing cycle by 30%.
Identified critical IMS bug impacting VoWiFi registration—resolved in collaboration with modem vendor within 48 hours.
Led successful multi-country smartphone testing initiative across 5 countries, ensuring launch-readiness on schedule.
Successfully completed 5G NSA/SA validation for tier-1 OEMs across 4 geographies.
Supervised 40+ testers and delivered high-quality test execution for device field trials.
Conducted international field testing in Europe, UK, Taiwan, Malaysia, and Indonesia.