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RENJITH KRISHNAN

RENJITH KRISHNAN

Program Manager
Chennai,TN

Summary

Engineering graduate with 28+ years of experience in diversified domains with expertise in Program Management, Project Management (PMP), Agile Scrum Framework (CSM), Operations Management, Delivery Management, Resource Management, and Vendor Evaluation & Management. Technical Expertise include Instrumentation, Mechatronics, VLSI ASIC Fabrication, Telecom Operations

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
5
5
Languages

Work History

Performance Team Manager - NOC

ERICSSON GLOBAL
11.2022 - Current
  • Managing NOC performance team for Reliance Jio 5G network rollout.
  • Implementing Agile Scrum methodology including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
  • Developing strategies to enhance overall network performance
  • Conducting KPI degradation analysis and worst cell improvement initiatives
  • Ensuring SLA/OLA compliance across operations
  • Leading daily stand-up meetings to track progress and resolve impediments.

Technical Project Manager - Private Wireless Solutions

NOKIA
08.2020 - 11.2022
  • Led multiple technical projects for global customers implementing Private Wireless solutions (MPW-20, NDAC)
  • Prepared High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documents for various Private LTE networks.
  • Coordinated deployment of core network elements including MCN (Micro Core Network), CMU (Compact Mobility Unit)
  • Managed implementation of NSP (Network Services Platform) and RAN network elements (eNodeB, Small cells)
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project deliverables met customer requirements.

Operations Manager - Idea 4G Network (Kerala)

NOKIA
11.2015 - 08.2020
  • Maintained Network Availability (NWA) consistently above 99.5% (highest across all circles)
  • Implemented daily Scrum meetings to track and improve operational efficiency.
  • Led KPI improvement initiatives and feature activations for Idea 4G network.
  • Coordinated Single RAN implementation, 10 MHz implementation, and Carrier Aggregation activities.
  • Managed software upgrades and new feature testing
  • Successfully implemented ISON (Edennet) across the network
  • Reduced network alarms to single-digit count (best among all circles)
  • Implemented SMS alert system for FM engineers to receive real-time outage information.
  • Conducted monthly meetings with technical teams and quarterly meetings with zonal teams.

Macro RF Lead - Kerala

RELIANCE JIO INFOCOMM
04.2013 - 11.2015
  • Led end-to-end wireless deployment for Reliance Jio's greenfield 4G-LTE project.
  • Managed site acquisition, survey, TSSR, and RF simulation activities
  • Successfully replanned Phase-1 to adapt to infrastructure provider coordinates.
  • Coordinated with governmental agencies (DOT, TRAI) and obtained NOCAS clearance from AAI.
  • Led a team of 49 members responsible for RF planning, optimization, and EMF compliance.
  • Performed cluster optimization of 4G LTE network and global parameters implementation.
  • Coordinated Wi-Fi project implementation and small cell planning for coverage gaps.

Performance Head - Kerala Circle (Reliance Communications)

ALCATEL-LUCENT MANAGED SOLUTIONS
10.2008 - 04.2013
  • Maintained network KPIs above benchmark for CDMA, EVDO, and GSM networks.
  • Planned network expansions based on traffic analysis and customer requirements.
  • Monitored EVDO KPIs and planned new sites based on congestion metrics.
  • Improved HSD/EVDO throughput through HO traffic reduction and backhaul capacity augmentation.
  • Implemented innovative techniques (bi-sector antennas, sector splitting, AMRHR) for congestion relief.
  • Achieved #1 ranking for Kerala in terms of KPIs for CDMA, EVDO, and GSM despite challenging terrain.

RF Lead - Trivandrum Cluster, Kerala

RELIANCE COMMUNICATIONS
05.2003 - 09.2008
  • Planned Phase-1 and Phase-2 network expansions based on drive test and traffic data analysis.
  • Performed LAC planning for the cluster and network parameter optimization.
  • Analysed performance reports to address KPI degradations (DCR, HOFR, RFFR)
  • Expanded network coverage based on customer complaints, business requirements, and congestion analysis.

Asst Executive Engineer (AEE)

ITI LTD
08.1999 - 05.2003
  • Worked in Semi-Conductor VLSI-ASIC Manufacturing. Worked In Implanter and Diffusion.
  • Worked in Defence Production, Involved in the manufacturing of ASCON. Army satellite communication Network.

FACT LTD
04.1998 - 04.1999
  • Worked as Apprentice Trainee in the instrumentation dept of FACT Limited.
  • Involved in maintenance of Sensors both electric and Pneumatic, DCS and PLC & SCADA

Guest Lecturer

Govt Poly Technic College
01.1997 - 04.1998
  • Worked as a Guest Lecturer.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Electronics & Communication

MG University
Kottayam, Kerala
01.1996

Skills

Program & Project Management (PMP)

Certification

PMP (Project Management Professional) - In Progress

Timeline

Performance Team Manager - NOC

ERICSSON GLOBAL
11.2022 - Current

Technical Project Manager - Private Wireless Solutions

NOKIA
08.2020 - 11.2022

Operations Manager - Idea 4G Network (Kerala)

NOKIA
11.2015 - 08.2020

Macro RF Lead - Kerala

RELIANCE JIO INFOCOMM
04.2013 - 11.2015

Performance Head - Kerala Circle (Reliance Communications)

ALCATEL-LUCENT MANAGED SOLUTIONS
10.2008 - 04.2013

RF Lead - Trivandrum Cluster, Kerala

RELIANCE COMMUNICATIONS
05.2003 - 09.2008

Asst Executive Engineer (AEE)

ITI LTD
08.1999 - 05.2003

FACT LTD
04.1998 - 04.1999

Guest Lecturer

Govt Poly Technic College
01.1997 - 04.1998

Bachelor of Technology - Electronics & Communication

MG University

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