Tharmapandian Ponpandian

Program Manager

Dubai, United Arab Emirates12 yrs 8 mos experience
AI EnabledAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

  • Over 9 years of experience in telecom network integration.
  • Expert in 5G, LTE, and O-RAN technologies.
  • Strong collaboration with industry leaders like Ericsson and Nokia.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Telecommunications Infrastructure Engineer with expertise in RAN and network optimization.

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Skills

Core Skills

5g Network IntegrationRan Technology DeploymentNetwork Acceptance ManagementNetwork Integration ManagementCore Network Management

Other Skills

5G4G5G RAN5G New Radio (NR)ericssonRAN TechnologyMobile CommunicationsNOKIA BTSDocker ProductsOptimizationIntegrationBB6630LTEUMTS Terrestrial Radio Access Network (UTRAN)Ericsson OSS

About

🚀 Telecom & RAN Engineer | 5G | LTE | Network Integration | Automation & Optimization | Ericsson & Nokia , Huawei RAN Expert With over 9 years of hands-on experience in wireless network integration, optimization, and automation, I specialize in building and maintaining high-performance telecom networks. My expertise spans 5G SA/NSA, LTE, UMTS, and O-RAN, working with industry leaders like DU, AT&T, Ericsson, Nokia, and Amdocs. What I Do Best: ✔ 5G & LTE Network Integration: Seamless deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting for multi-vendor RAN networks. ✔ Remote Network Optimization: Ensuring maximum performance through RSSI, VSWR, SFP analysis, and KPI validation. ✔ End-to-End System Testing: Lab testing, field trials, and issue tracking for enhanced network stability. ✔ Automation & Scripting: Experience with Selenium, Python, Linux Shell Scripting, and network automation tools to streamline processes. ✔ Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working closely with field engineers, vendors, and operators to optimize networks and resolve critical issues. Why I’m Passionate About Telecom: The future of connectivity excites me! From 5G rollouts to the evolution of O-RAN and automation, I’m deeply invested in exploring cutting-edge telecom solutions. My goal is to drive innovation, reduce network downtime, and enhance efficiency through automation and AI-driven analytics. Let’s Connect! I’m always open to collaborations, industry discussions, and new opportunities in 5G, RAN/O-RAN, automation, and telecom innovations. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of telecom, let’s talk!

Experience

12 yrs 8 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 6 mos
Average Tenure
4 mos
Current Experience

Du

Project Lead ( DU)

Feb 2026 – Present · 4 mos · United Arab Emirates · On-site

  • Led site issue clearance and alarm migration initiatives, ensuring seamless integration across various technologies.
  • Coordinated First Line Maintenance (FLM) efforts, enhancing operational efficiency and issue resolution.
  • Fostered strong relationships with equipment providers including Nokia, Huawei, and Ericsson, facilitating effective collaboration on 2G, 3G, LTE, and 5G technologies.
5G5G Network Integration

Tata communications

Senior Engineer(Vodafone -UK)

Mar 2025 – Dec 2025 · 9 mos · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · On-site

  • In my role at Tata Communications, I spearheaded the deployment of Ericsson's RAN technology for Vodafone UK, ensuring adherence to UK government security standards. I effectively coordinated logistics among various stakeholders during the Huawei to Ericsson swap project, which minimized service interruptions. My expertise in Open RAN solutions and network optimization tools was pivotal in achieving efficient deployment and optimization.
4G5G5G RAN5G New Radio (NR)ericssonRAN Technology Deployment

Du

Integration Engineer (DU)

Mar 2024 – Oct 2024 · 7 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site

  • Managed end-to-end network acceptance & changes for UMTS, LTE, 5G sites with dual core integration.
  • Conducted pre & post health checks, validated KPIs, and analyzed RSSI/VSWR issues on sites.
  • Coordinated with field engineers for troubleshooting integration issues and optimizing site performance.
5G RANericssonMobile Communications5GNOKIA BTS5G New Radio (NR)+3

Exagen solutions inc

Senior Integration Engineer(AT&T)

May 2023 – Feb 2024 · 9 mos · Greater Hyderabad Area · On-site

  • Managed end-to-end network acceptance & changes for 2G, UMTS, LTE, 5G sites integration.
  • Conducted LTE Carrier addition in various bands and validated KPIs for LTE, UMTS, 5G sites.
  • Coordinated with field engineers for troubleshooting integration issues and performed LTE feature verification in the lab.
IntegrationBB6630LTEUMTS Terrestrial Radio Access Network (UTRAN)5G RANEricsson OSS+32

Ericsson telecommunications inc.

Integration Engineer(Bharati Airtel)

Nov 2022 – May 2023 · 6 mos · Greater Bengaluru Area · On-site

  • Managed end-to-end network acceptance & changes for 2G, UMTS, LTE, 5G sites integration.
  • Conducted troubleshooting, health checks, and KPI validation for LTE, UMTS, 5G sites.
  • Coordinated with field engineers for site optimization and issue resolution.
  • Analyzed UE logs, performed LTE feature verification, and conducted lab testing.
IntegrationBB6630Network PerformanceLTE5G RANTelecom BSS+35

Nokia

2 roles

RAN NI Engineer(Vodafone Australia, A1 Austria)

Promoted

May 2022 – Oct 2022 · 5 mos · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · On-site

  • Managed end-to-end network acceptance & changes for RAN NI Engineering at Nokia in Chennai, India.
  • Integrated UMTS, LTE, 5G Carrier, NSB Sites with dual core for optimal performance.
  • Validated KPIs for LTE, UMTS, and 5G sites to ensure network efficiency.
  • Coordinated with field engineers for troubleshooting and site optimization.
IntegrationBB6630Network PerformanceLTEUMTS Terrestrial Radio Access Network (UTRAN)5G RAN+43

Network Integration Engineer(ZAIN -KSA)

May 2014 – May 2021 · 7 yrs · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · On-site

MME2GVLRMobile CommunicationsHome Location Register (HLR)Core Network+1

Amdocs

Radio Frequency Engineer(AT&T)

May 2021 – Apr 2022 · 11 mos · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · Remote

BB6630Network PerformanceLTEUMTS Terrestrial Radio Access Network (UTRAN)5G RANTelecom BSS+34

Zte corporation

Core Alarm Monitoring Engineer(MTS)

Dec 2012 – May 2014 · 1 yr 5 mos · chennai · On-site

IntegrationLTEUMTS Terrestrial Radio Access Network (UTRAN)Telecom BSSMMERadio Frequency (RF)+19

Education

Anna University Chennai

Bachelor's degree — Information Technology

Jul 2008 – Apr 2012

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