Shinokumar Thottupurathu

Co-Founder

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India25 yrs 10 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

Transformed Nokia's revenue from $50M to $450M.
Led 600+ engineers using Scaled Agile Framework.
Expert in AI/ML and Cloud computing.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Telecommunications and IoT expert with strong program management skills.

Contact

Skills

Core Skills

Technical Program ManagementAgile / SafeAi/ml Systems

Other Skills

Key Performance IndicatorsAnalytical SkillsProgram PlanningProblem SolvingEngineering LeadershipPresentation SkillsStrategic VisionPresentationsTimelinesEngineering ManagementRelationship BuildingCommunicationOrganization SkillsManufacturing Process ImprovementProcess Definition

About

I’m a Technical Program Manager with 25+ years of experience driving large-scale, cross-functional engineering programs across AI/ML, Cloud, and Telecom domains. My passion lies in solving complex, ambiguous problems by blending technical depth with program leadership — turning strategic goals into measurable outcomes. I’ve led multi-disciplinary teams of 600+ engineers, scaling Agile frameworks, accelerating program velocity, and optimizing global delivery for high-impact products. At Nokia, I spearheaded transformation programs that grew revenue from $50M to $450M, established program governance cadences, and enabled measurable efficiency and utilization gains across R&D. My background also spans AI/ML automation, cloud computing, and full SDLC delivery from design through deployment. I thrive at the intersection of technology, strategy, and people — building alignment between Engineering, Product, and UX teams to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions that scale globally. Core Skills: Technical Program Management | Cross-Functional Leadership | Agile / SAFe | AI/ML Systems | Cloud Computing | Change Management | Program Governance | Stakeholder Engagement | Operational Excellence

Experience

Nokia

4 roles

Senior R&D Leader - RAN products - 5G and beyond

Promoted

Sep 2018 – Present · 7 yrs 6 mos

Responsible for scope definition, planning, execution and monitoring and control of Nokia's 5G and 6G flagship products
Piloted Scaled Agile Framework in the role of RTE for group of 600 people in a matrix and demanding environment
Improved operational efficiency and increased program engagement while managing shrinking annual budgets;
Problem solver, highly respected and consistent performer in the business unit.
3rd party vendor manager for the chip-set makers
Specialized in: the planning of large features and fast tracking of their development, accommodating maximum content

Key Performance IndicatorsAnalytical SkillsProgram PlanningProblem SolvingEngineering LeadershipPresentation Skills+8

Senior Program Manager - Transport Programs

Jul 2016 – Aug 2018 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Responsible for the multiple programs, such as Small Cells 4G program manager, Fault Inflow reduction transformation lead, Competence Development lead.
Feature roadmap Planning, Budget HC / OPEX / CAPEX planning specialist for Small Cells.
Improved operational efficiency and increased program engagement while managing shrinking annual budgets;

Key Performance IndicatorsAnalytical SkillsProgram PlanningProblem SolvingEngineering LeadershipPresentation Skills+9

Program Manager - BTS HW product development

Promoted

Dec 2013 – Jun 2016 · 2 yrs 6 mos

Helped revenue to grow from 50M$ to 450M$ by defining and implementing a high visible transformation program.
Was responsible for delivery of Nokia's BTS HW development programs.
Successfully delivered many awesome multi RAT base station products for Nokia customers
Handled multiple NPI Product development projects with complex priorities in 2G, 3G , 4G & 5G

Key Performance IndicatorsManufacturing Process ImprovementAnalytical SkillsProgram PlanningProblem SolvingPresentation Skills+10

R&D Manager - BTS HW Devlopment, india

Aug 2010 – Nov 2013 · 3 yrs 3 mos

Led a team of project managers and HW engineers for the BTS HW product development from India.
Won Multiple Awards for driving Innovation, Quality and Cost reduction & IoT initiatives.
Pioneered Theory of Constraints principle implementation in India HW R&D programs.

Manufacturing Process ImprovementAnalytical SkillsProgram PlanningProblem SolvingPresentation SkillsPresentations+8

Www.digibode.com

Co-Founder

Jun 2013 – Apr 2015 · 1 yr 10 mos · Bengaluru · Hybrid

Co-founded a startup focused on IoT and home automation, leveraging RaspberryPi and ZigBee technology.
Spearheaded product development, ensuring innovative solutions met market demands and user needs.
Fostered partnerships with key stakeholders to enhance product visibility and market reach.

Co-sourcingStart-up VenturesTechnical Program Management

Huawei

Project Manager

Apr 2008 – Jul 2010 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Aggressively recruited managers & engineers in a short span and transformed them into a high performing team of 30+
Spearheaded Agile methodologies and mentored SCRUM development in the business unit; Developed prioritized and managed the product backlog across the release cycle.
Implemented the Agile engineering practices for the development of Linux customized distribution projects
Successfully delivered four complex projects in 2 years and acted as the Test manager; achieved ZERO DEFECTS status for two projects.

Analytical SkillsProgram PlanningProblem SolvingPresentation SkillsPresentationsTimelines+4

Abb

Project manager

Mar 2004 – Mar 2008 · 4 yrs

Developed and managed project plans to on-time successful completion from request for proposal to product delivery
Increased revenue and operation delivery; grew a 4-member group to over 40 members in the Industrial Automation division of ABB.
Successfully managed a project worthy of 15M€ with group members.
Achieved a reduction in project execution cost by migrating the Automation Project from Sweden to India

Analytical SkillsProblem SolvingPresentation SkillsPresentationsTimelinesRelationship Building+3

Infosys

Programmer analyst

Jan 2000 – Mar 2004 · 4 yrs 2 mos

Executed multiple projects successfully for Nortel Networks both in India and US.
Responsible for handling "high profile" projects which are often complex, with vague or no business requirements and always time-critical
My in-depth testing skills in one project made Nortel to change the architecture of message display system of Passport switches.
Awarded the best team member of GSM-R projects executed for Nortel networks.

Analytical SkillsProblem SolvingPresentation SkillsPresentationsTimelinesCommunication