SYED QUTUBUDDIN
syedkqutubuddin@gmail.com
713-732-0900
• Vast experience working in a
product testing environment.
• Wide knowledge of software driver development for
cellular chipsets.
• Familiarity with 2G, 3G & 4G LTE (UMTS) serial
port, DMA engine drivers and radio control software (TEMS, X-CAL).
• Good understanding of radio frequency principles
and drive test tools.
• Ability to work in an inter-disciplinary team
alongside hardware and application software.
• Strong knowledge of antenna evaluation and
testing.
• Ability to clearly, quickly and successfully
document work.
• Self-motivated and goal driven.
Work Experience
RF Engineer
Teleworld Solutions San Francisco CA
Oct 2013-Present
Responsibilities
• Design and optimize 3G/4G network using
TEMS( x-cal, X-cap )
• Analyze the coverage and locate the sites on the bases of RSSI, TA,
LAC, SAC, Channel Color Code, and Sectors coverage pattern for GSM, UMTS,
CDMA, LTE.
Worked on Voice, CDMA, EVDO, Direct connect using
QXDM, eCSFB testing.
• Prepare and update maps for coverage analysis
• Generate reports for network performance requirements
• Conduct Capacity Analysis based on Traffic Growth
• Audit Site Database consistency and generate discrepancy
reports
• Support RF organization for preparing presentations for Executive
Review
• Run network consistency checks
• Monitor internal customer complaints on a daily basis
• OSS statistics analysis
• Worked with client (Samsung) cell tech's, RF engineers and real
estate managers to obtain timely access to cell sites and to trouble-shoot
issues quickly.
Data collector
LCC, san Francisco CA
March 2013 – Oct 2013
Responsibilities
• Tested the Network quality for voice and video in
Network with regard to VoLTE using Xcal mobile.
Tested PSTN, CDMA using Xal mobile.
• Conducted daily performance monitoring of Mean opinion Score
for voice over LTE Network .
• Strong understanding of CDMA/EVDO, GSM, UMTS & LTE
technology.
• Checked alarms, cell status & parameter before Cell
functional test (single site verification).
• Uploading collected data to the server
• Fixed problems on devices such as laptops and testing phones
• Experienced in Ms streets and Trips
RF Technician
GTL Americas,
Nebraska.
Aug 2012-
march2013
Responsibilities:
• Perform testing and troubleshooting for variety
of networking equipment
• Responsible to make a drive test and walk test
for 3G MAXIS Project under Ericsson Malaysia for Voice and Data
(UMTS/R99/HSDPA) using Tems Investigation 9/Tems AQM
• Cluster drive and site verification
• Responsible for bringing into service (BIS) /
new site on air. ( 3G)
• Preparing technical report such as KPI report,
Acceptance Report and etc TEMS Investigation
captures the RF parameters in downlink
and reports them in the customized format. These
reports are used for optimizing the networks. In
addition to traditional RF data, L2/L3 messages, and IP information
collection and together with support for a wide range of services,
makes
TEMS Investigation the ideal choice for network
operators.
• 2G & 3G Drive test & Walk test to check
coverage & Quality.(Tems Investigatons/
QVoice).Voice & Data (GPRS, EDGE,
HSDPA)
• Responsible for bringing into service (BIS) /
new site on air. (2G & 3G)
• Re-engineering site/cell to improve existing
site performance. (Antenna work, TRX upgrade/
downgrade, change combiner, dual band upgrade,
etc.)
• Daily monitor site to improve KPI of Drop call,
Block call, CSSR, Handover performance, Voice
quality, Traffic management & GPRS/EDGE
performance.
• Perform parameter change & trial for new
parameter to optimize & further improve network
performance.
• Handle customer complaint & Special Event
to ensure good network performance (2G & 3G)
• Audit site & update site info.
• Provide some training assistance to new
engineer & technician.
• Optimization of swapping site between Motorola
BTS to Ericsson BTS in the whole of West
Kuala Lumpur. Involves drive test, performance
analysis, KPI improvements
• Perform Ericsson RNO application-FAS/FOX
(Improve uplink/downlink/Change interferer
caused), NCS/NOX (Length of BA-list, Dual band,
barring matrix) to achieve quality assessment such as BSS parameter
optimization, frequency tuning, TRX upgrade.
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RF Technician
3S
Network .Seattle, WA
March 2010 -May 2011
Responsibilities:
Responsible for Network Performance
monitoring, implementing, testing and overseeing dropped and block calls
signal handoff.
•Trend
historical performance data to anticipate future network performance.
•Implement
software/hardware changes to improve market performance and customer
perception.
•Monitor
and correct RF capacity issues on cell sites of 3G GSM
networks.
•Collect RF drive
test data using various data acquisition platforms and post process test
drive data.
•Work
with Noc Engineers to troubleshoot user voice and data issues.
•Develop
macros and other essential tools to improve market performance
monitoring
•Test
equipment configuration and implement various types of data acquisition
platforms Agilent, Timms, GPS equipment, transceivers and RF sweep
test equipment.
RF Technician
King
Network Services .Plainville, CT
May2009 -Jan2010
Responsibilities:
Foreman on AT&T LTE project in the
Albany area.
Responsible
for all ground and tower crews.
Responsible
for mounting, powering up, intergrating, and servicing all types of
Ericcson
equipment.
Models 3206, 6601 RBS units.
Installation,
powering up, and servicing LTE power plants for AT&T.
Responsible
for Cell site audits and RF surveys.
Removal
and installation of GE powerplants.
Drive Tester
Ray Nixon and Associates, LLC .West Monroe,
LA
july2008- APR 2009
Responsibilities:
Responsible for testing approximately 25
cell towers over 2,800 miles of rural areas weekly.
• Test
cell towers for 911 emergency coverage, internet/data capability, as well as,
2, 3, and 4G coverage.
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Convey a high level of trust and interpersonal skills when dealing with
confrontational landowners.
•
Perform these duties independent of supervision.
Education
Bachelors in computer science
(Osmania University)
Additional Information
Computer Proficiency
Operating
Systems: Windows 7, XP, 2000 and UNIX Operating Systems
Software:
Microsoft Office, MS Project
Database
Knowledge: MS Access
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Leadership skills * Quick learner
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Complex problem solving
* Organization and management
* Work
well in diverse team environment
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Multitasking
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Result oriented
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Establishing time standards