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Chandru K

Bangalore

Summary

  • Experience with development of multivendor LTE and 5G Carrier acceptance test pack solutions for Anritsu and Keysight customers.
  • Specialized in RRC, MAC, RLC, and PDCP layers, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of the LTE/5G NR protocol stack.
  • Developed test cases for various chipsets, including MTK, Qualcomm, Google, and Samsung, to ensure compatibility and functionality. Created test cases for Signaling verification, Reselection, Handover, Roaming, Data Throughput, VoNR, and MO, MT and Conference calls to validate network performance and functionality. Integrated test cases with different chipsets, ensuring seamless testing and validation.
  • Identified and debugged issues raised in Jira for existing test cases, resolving defects and improving test case quality. Worked closely with internal teams to resolve issues and ensure timely resolution.
  • Set up lab environments for testing, including configuring simulation tools and equipment. Ensured lab setups were ready for testing, enabling efficient testing and validation.
  • Coordinated with customers to identify and resolve issues, ensuring prompt communication and resolution. Raised bugs and tracked issues internally, ensuring timely resolution and closure.
  • Hands-on experiences with TM500 UE Emulator.
  • Possesses a strong experience in utilizing C programming for tasks such as signal processing, protocol stack implementation for L2 and L3 layer.
  • Work experience on Agile environment.
  • Development of MAC, RLC and PDCP protocol in LTE UE.
  • Handling Team of 5 Members involving work assignment, technical guidance, Mentorship and Evaluation.
  • I contributed to a POC project with a Delphi client, focusing on the integration of 4G with CAN protocols. This project aimed to enable the sending and receiving of broadcast messages using V2X technology. My role involved participating in the development of APIs to seamlessly integrate LTE with CAN protocols, enhancing communication capabilities in automotive technologies.
  • Experienced in Intel LTE protocol stack development with strong programming skills in C.
  • Possess exceptional written and oral communication skills, including effective questioning and listening, as well as superior presentation, analytical, quantitative, and conceptual thinking abilities.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Tech Lead

Tech Mahindra
11.2020 - Current

I have developed a strong expertise in test case development, integration, debugging, and lab setup. My experience working with various chipsets (MTK, Qualcomm, Google, Samsung) has given me a unique understanding of the complexities involved in testing. My expertise in developing test cases for signaling verification, reselection, handover, roaming, data throughput, VoNR, and MO, MT, and Conference calls has enabled me to validate network performance and functionality. I am well-versed in Jira issue tracking and have excellent communication skills, which enable me to effectively coordinate with customers and internal teams. My previous experience at Anritsu has provided me with a solid foundation in this field, and my current role at Keysight has further honed my skills. Key Responsibilities:
1. Test Case Development and Integration:
Developed test cases for various chipsets, including MTK, Qualcomm, Google, and Samsung, to ensure compatibility and functionality. Created test cases for signaling verification, reselection, handover, roaming, data throughput, VoNR, and MO, MT, and Conference calls to validate network performance and functionality. Integrated test cases with different chipsets, ensuring seamless testing and validation.
2. Debugging and Issue Resolution:
Identified and debugged issues raised in Jira for existing test cases, resolving defects and improving test case quality. Worked closely with internal teams to resolve issues and ensure timely resolution.
3. Lab Setup and Simulation
Set up lab environments for testing, including configuring simulation tools and equipment. Ensured lab setups were ready for testing, enabling efficient testing and validation.
4. Customer Coordination and Bug Reporting

Coordinated with customers to identify and resolve issues, ensuring prompt communication and resolution. Raised bugs and tracked issues internally, ensuring timely resolution and closure.

Tools: PCAT, PRT, Wireshark, QXDM, CATCS, ELT.

Senior Software Engineer

TCS
04.2019 - 11.2020

The project is about developing on LTE UE simulator for a Tier1 Semiconductor Chipset vendor. It mainly involves in development of features defined by the customer. The project scope also includes Feature development, SW Maintenance, UE Log analysis, Bug Fixing and root cause analysis. Current activity is porting DSP code to server.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Collaborated with a VIAVI customer to develop and troubleshoot MAC layer-related issues, applying in-depth knowledge of MAC protocols and technologies.
2. Successfully resolved MAC layer-related issues, utilizing expertise in debugging and troubleshooting techniques to identify and resolve problems.

3. Conducted RAV (Regression, Acceptance, and Verification) testing to ensure the MAC layer functionality met the required standards and specifications.
4. Designed and implemented unit and component tests for MAC layer functionality, ensuring thorough coverage of all features and requirements.
5. Developed a deep understanding of the MAC layer's role in network communication and its interactions with other layers, allowing for effective problem-solving and troubleshooting.

Tools: C-Scope, Source insight, GDB, STT, VNC, Crash Inspector (proprietary tool to analyze crashes), C Programming

Senior Software Engineer

ARICENT
08.2017 - 04.2019

The project is about developing on LTE UE modem stack, MAC RLC and PDCP, for a Tier1 Semiconductor Chipset vendor. It mainly involves in development of features defined by the customer. The project scope also includes SW Maintenance, UE Log analysis, Bug Fixing and root cause analysis.

1. Contributed to developing LTE UE modem protocols including MAC, RLC and PDCP for Intel.

2. Enhancement of features/modules.

3 .Conducted thorough log analysis of UE-generated traces, successfully identifying and resolving issue origins.

4. Ensured smooth functioning of L2 by writing and conducting comprehensive tests.

5. Collaborated with SMEs to ensure timely resolution of Jira tickets.

Senior Software Engineer

Sasken Technologies
06.2015 - 07.2017

The project is about developing on LTE UE modem stack, MAC RLC and PDCP, for a Tier1 Semiconductor Chipset vendor. It mainly involves in development of features defined by the customer. The project scope also includes SW Maintenance, UE Log analysis, Bug Fixing and root cause analysis.

1. Development of MAC layer protocol for UE and eNB stack based on 3GPP specification 36.321.

2. Functionality development of LTE MAC layer.

3. Feature enhancements

Member Technical Engineer

HCL
03.2014 - 05.2015

This project involves in development of Fabric Back plane module of Routers. It involves development of functionality & feature set for the router. It includes support for live debugging session and assistance to the customer.

1. Involved in development to support high data rate in routers.

2. Crash analysis and fixing issue found at the customer site

3. Involved in live debugging session and support

Software Engineer

SAI Technology Pvt Limited
05.2012 - 03.2014

This project is mainly on the development of MAC layer protocol for UE and eNB stack based on 3GPP specification 36.321. Features like MIMO, ICIC Coordination, Femto Cell Support. Changes involve in enhancements in Scheduler and Multiplexer.

1. Involved in issue analysis from logs to find the root cause

2. Analysing issues and fixing bugs

3. Helping testers for developing test cases

Education

M.Tech - Master of Technology - Embedded Systems

SRM Engineering College
Chennai
09.2011

B Tech - Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Communication

Rajiv Gandhi Engineering College
Pondicherry
07.2009

Skills

  • Quality assurance processes
  • Software Development Lifecycle
  • Technical problem solving
  • Software Testing and Validation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Team building
  • JIRA
  • Excellent Communication
  • Fluent in C
  • Problem-Solving
  • Testing and debugging

Yearsofexperience

12+ Years

Timeline

Tech Lead

Tech Mahindra
11.2020 - Current

Senior Software Engineer

TCS
04.2019 - 11.2020

Senior Software Engineer

ARICENT
08.2017 - 04.2019

Senior Software Engineer

Sasken Technologies
06.2015 - 07.2017

Member Technical Engineer

HCL
03.2014 - 05.2015

Software Engineer

SAI Technology Pvt Limited
05.2012 - 03.2014

M.Tech - Master of Technology - Embedded Systems

SRM Engineering College

B Tech - Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Communication

Rajiv Gandhi Engineering College
Chandru K