Piyush Thumar

Telecom Expert with 20 years of extensive experience in 5G-NR/LTE/WCDMA/GSM networks on Nokia, Ericsson, Huawei, and ALU systems. Expertise in network Optimization, Planning, Operation, rollouts, and consolidation, with a deep understanding of RF planning/Optimization, data analytics, and machine learning. Proven track record of managing multi-vendor, multi-technology environments while delivering high-performance results in both vendor and operator roles. Adept at correlating technical and business needs with customer requirements for an optimized user experience.

1. 5G Standalone (SA) Rollout and Optimization Expertise

· Led the successful end-to-end planning, optimization, and deployment of 5G SA networks for one of India's largest telecom operators.

· Optimized key 5G SA KPIs and parameters, resulting in significant improvements in customer experience and network stability.

· Implemented cutting-edge network solutions for seamless integration of 5G with existing LTE/VoLTE systems, including Nokia SON Integration with Ericsson systems.

· Drove innovation through feature trials, LMS optimization, and product evaluations, leveraging advanced 5G technologies to enhance network performance and reduce latency.

2. AI-ML - Driven Network Optimization Tools for Telecom Networks

· Integration of AI and Machine Learning techniques based features to optimize radio networks, leading to improvements in network performance and customer experience.

· Used crowdsourcing data analytics for real-time network optimization, leveraging big data insights to enhance network reliability and user experience.

· Spearheaded the implementation of AI-driven SON (Self-Organizing Networks) tools, such as Nokia Edenet SON and Ericsson SON, to automate network optimization processes, reducing manual interventions and improving efficiency.

· Applied data analytics for monitoring and optimizing complex multi-vendor networks.

· Experienced in using tools like Actix Analyzer, TEMS, and Wireshark for advanced network analysis and troubleshooting.

3. Leadership in Large-Scale Telecom Projects

· Demonstrated strong project management and people leadership skills while managing multi-disciplinary teams across different geographies.

· Led the Network Consolidation of Vodafone and Idea, ensuring seamless integration of two large telecom networks, significantly improving network performance and cost efficiency.

· Consistently delivered results in time-sensitive and high-pressure environments, managing large-scale rollouts, network consolidation, and performance optimization projects.

4. Expertise in Radio Network Complexity, Dimensioning, and Planning

· Comprehensive Network Design & Planning.

· Spectrum Management & Planning

· Capacity & Coverage Planning

5. Expertise in Product/Feature Evaluation, Design RF Solutions, and KPI Management

· Advanced Feature Trials & Parameter Tuning: Expertise in the evaluation and implementation of cutting-edge products and features, conducting trials for new technologies such as Massive MIMO, Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS), and Carrier Aggregation to enhance network performance.

· KPI Formulation & Configuration: Strong capability in formulating, configuring, and standardizing network KPIs, working with multi-vendor environments to ensure consistent network quality across platforms (Nokia, Ericsson, Huawei).

· Technical Guidelines for Implementation: Created and standardized technical guidelines for the implementation of new technologies and features, ensuring alignment with global best practices and network performance optimization goals.

6. Automation & SON Integration:

· Implemented automation solutions, including SON (Self-Organizing Networks), to streamline network operations and enable dynamic parameter adjustments, reducing manual intervention and improving real-time network optimization.

7. Advanced Data Analytics for Telecom

· Conducted advanced exploratory data analysis (EDA) for network planning, optimization, and anomaly detection

· Leveraged big data analytics for performance tuning, parameter standardization, and KPI improvement in multi-technology and multi-vendor environments.

· Utilized visualization tools for deep insights into network performance metrics and customer behavior, driving data-driven decision-making.

8. Cloud Platforms & Virtualization (NFV, SDN, vRAN, oRAN)

· Deep understanding of cloud orchestration and automation in telecom networks, resulting in faster time-to-market for new services and streamlined network operations.

9. Expertise in Emerging Technologies

· Proficient in implementing advanced 5G technologies, such as Massive MIMO, Beamforming, Network Slicing, and Edge Computing, to enhance network capacity and provide low-latency services.

· Skilled in advanced analytics and AI-ML techniques for telecom solutions.

• Certification done on Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AIML)
• Certifications done on Data Analytics & Cloud

• Date of Birth: 01-Aug-1984
• Nationality: Indian
• Marital Status: Married

• English
• Hindi
• Gujarati

+91 9925500386

Piyush.thumar@gmail.com, piyush.thumar@ericsson.com