KARTHIK GOWDA R
Bengaluru
Summary
Senior RAN Engineer with 4+ years of experience in 5G/LTE optimization across Macro,C-RAN,Dafi,DAS,and Cell on Wheels (COW) architectures. Skilled in resolving complex X1/X2 interface and SIAD/NID IP backhaul issues. experience troubleshooting Alaram clearing issues related to Radio Units as well as working with modern Network Automation workflows in Python, Git, and Azure. This combination allows me to complete projects faster and improve the overall performance of the network.
Overview
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Certificates
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years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Network Engineer (RAN)
MasTec LLP India
08.2022 - Current
- Site Integration & Architecture: Lead the end-to-end integration and commissioning for
Macro, Centralized RAN (C-RAN), Dafi, Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS), Cell on Wheels
(COW), and Multi-beam architectures, seamlessly executing New Site Builds (NSB) and
Carrier Additions. - Handle and configure a diverse array of Ericsson basebands (BB5216, BB6630, BB6651, BB6772) and radio units (RRU11/12/4478/4415/4426/4449/8843/8863/4890/4460), alongside managing complex
XMU/IDL-e configurations. - Design and configure network transport utilizing 6675 and 6673
routers, Spine and Leaf switch architectures, and VLAN assignments. Manage dedicated
Backhaul and Sidehaul connectivity specifically for Dafi integrations. - Diagnose and resolve complex X1/X2 interface connection faults and signaling drops across TCP/IP, UDP, and SCTP protocols. Validate SIAD and NIDIP assignments to ensure highly reliable backhaul transport.
- CIQ & Automation: Develop, implement, and manage complex CIQs, including NRAN, RND,
MPC, and E-CIQ. Streamline deployment pipelines and version control by leveraging automation workflows in Jira, Git, and Azure. - Perform physical and logical cell alignment, including precise mapping for multi-beam cells. Analyze RFSSRP reports and proactively implement mitigation strategies for Excess Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE).
- Network Validation & Call Flow: Verify ESMLC, GMLC, ECGI, SIAD, and E911 status for existing, relocated, and newly added carriers to guarantee seamless emergency routing.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Communication
Vemana Institute of Technology
04-2022
Skills
Network Architectures: Macro, C-RAN, Dafi, DAS, COW, NSB, Carrier Additions, Multi-beam Integration, SMBB, MMBB, TMBB
Networking: TCP/IP, UDP, SCTP, X1/X2 Interfaces, Spine & Leaf Switch Configuration, VLAN Assignments, SIAD, NID IP ManagementHardware & Equipment: Ericsson Basebands (BB5216, BB6630, BB6651, BB6772), Routers (6673, 6675), RRUs (11/12/4478/4415/4426/4449/8843/8863/4890/4460), XMU/IDL-e
Tools: Ericsson Network Manager (ENM), RMAP, CSI, DEEP, IWM, Site Locator, MNRC Health Check Tool, Putty CLI, WinSCP, Citrix, EPADD, NEST, AutoformsCIQ & Automation: NRAN, RND, MPC, E-CIQ, Jira, Git, Azure DevOps, Python, C, PerlRF Engineering: RFSSRP Analysis, Excess MPE Mitigation, Cell Alignment & Mapping, E911/ESMLC/GMLC/ECGI Validation
Accomplishments
- Best Employee of the Month – Best Team Member in Design/Validation, recognized for exemplary performance and project contributions.
- Gulf Market Spotlight Key Contributor – June 2024 Edition.
Certification
Cloud Architectures, Network Services & Management
Timeline
Senior Network Engineer (RAN)
MasTec LLP India
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Communication
Vemana Institute of Technology