Prabeesh TP
Bengaluru,Karnataka
Summary
Diversely skilled Telecom Engineer with 14 years of experience. Knowledgeable in all leading lifecycle processes and procedures. Test Engineer with expertise in functional and non-functional testing processes for implementation and managing and troubleshooting systems. Manages complex tasks and teams successfully integrating activities across multiple sites and business units. Creates positive and productive atmosphere within interactive team environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Senior 5GC Test engineer
Zuree Telecom / Tata Consultancy Services
3 2022 - Current
- • Integration of TCS 5G SA core and end-to-end functional testing with TCS O-RAN gNB for continuous improvement.
• Integrating TCS SA 5G Core E2E LAB setup and performing customer demos with 5G core product.
• Preparation of test cases on 5G network functions, features, and call flows.
• IE level verification of messages according to 3ggp specifications.
• Execution of functional and Regression test cases for network functions AMF, SMF, UPF, PCF, UDM, UDR, AUSF,NRF and emulated IMS and SMSF with Spirent landslide.
• Automation of functional and regression test cases using the netomate tool and Jenkins pipeline.
• Analysis of CPU and memory utilization or the long
hour capacity testing and reporting the memory
leaks to the dev team
• 5G core Log analysis using Wireshark, documentation, and reporting bugs to the development team.
• Addressing the bugs raised by RAN team while testing with TCS 5G core.
• Streamlined bug reporting process through Jile tool
for faster resolution times and better communication between departments.
• Spearheaded process improvements within the
testing team, leading to more streamlined workflows and enhanced collaboration with other departments.
• Optimized regression testing efforts through continuous improvement of test cases and methodologies.
• Maintained up-to-date documentation of all test plans, procedures, results, and defect tracking databases for future reference or audits.
• Evaluated system performance by conducting extensive benchmarks under various conditions.
• Collaborated with development teams to identify, reproduce, and resolve software issues promptly.
• Co-ordinated with other stakeholders like IT infrastructure team for the test requirements and
infra issue resolution.
RAN Incident Manager
Vodafone Idea Limited
02.2021 - 03.2022
- Responsible for the fault management, troubleshooting, audit, reporting, KPI management of Nokia and Huawei RAN of TN circle
- Enhanced incident response times by streamlining communication channels and implementing efficient escalation procedures.
- Improved overall service quality by conducting post-incident reviews, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing corrective actions.
- Coordinated with external vendors to resolve incidents involving third-party systems, ensuring minimal impact on business operations.
- Reduced system downtime by proactively monitoring network performance and addressing potential issues before they escalated.
RAN Engineer
Vodafone Idea Limited
01.2015 - 02.2021
- Fault management on all NEs and follow-up with support in case of escalated cases
- Responsible for the fault management, troubleshooting, audit, reporting, KPI management of Nokia and Huawei RAN of TN circle
- Perform escalations and notifications to keep management informed of the status/progress.
- Tracking and reporting network performances, incidents and implementing improvement plans.
- Performing periodic backups for the core nodes like RNC, BSC, etc. End-to-end understanding and connectivity of the telecom nodes.
- Coordination with Vendors for resolution of the Faults / Problems
needing vendor support. - Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
- Prepared action plans for problematic processes and assets.
- Performed preventative maintenance to keep tools and equipment functional.
- Resolved critical issues during system integration phases, ensuring seamless transitions between design iterations.
BSS FLM Engineer
Intarvo Technologies / NOKIA SOLUTIONS AND NETWORKS
04.2013 - 01.2015
- Project: VODAFONE KERALA
3G O&M support
Sreelakshmi Enterprises / IDEA CELLULAR LIMITED
09.2011 - 03.2013
- Project: IDEA 3G
BTS ENGINEER
Airon Telecom Services
09.2009 - 09.2011
- Project: RELIANCE CDMA
Education
B-Tech in Electronics and communication Engineering -
College of Engineering
Kottarakkara, Kollam 07.2005 - 05.2009
Skills
Manual Testing
Test Automation
Linux Operating System
Problem-solving abilities
Process Improvement
Operations Management
Defect tracking
Regression Testing
JIRA
Functional Testing
Agile Methodologies
Manual Testing
Timeline
RAN Incident Manager
Vodafone Idea Limited
02.2021 - 03.2022
RAN Engineer
Vodafone Idea Limited
01.2015 - 02.2021
BSS FLM Engineer
Intarvo Technologies / NOKIA SOLUTIONS AND NETWORKS
04.2013 - 01.2015
3G O&M support
Sreelakshmi Enterprises / IDEA CELLULAR LIMITED
09.2011 - 03.2013
BTS ENGINEER
Airon Telecom Services
09.2009 - 09.2011
B-Tech in Electronics and communication Engineering -
College of Engineering
07.2005 - 05.2009
Senior 5GC Test engineer
Zuree Telecom / Tata Consultancy Services
3 2022 - Current