Ade Olagbegi
Network Product Development
Dallas,TX
Summary
Technical and Conscientious Product Development Leader with well-rounded experience demonstrating technology and management, while ensuring customer success across global service provider networks. Over 20 years overseeing development on safe, effective products. Specializes in software and hardware systems development. Dedicated to maximizing safety and efficacy of deliverables to encourage customer loyalty and drive revenue growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Product Development and Validation Engineer
Sagemcom USA LLC
Dallas, TX
07.2021 - Current
- Responsible for Product Development and Validation of First ever $150m Fixed Wireless Gateway developed for Tier 1 Wireless Service Provider
- Dual role as Technical Project Manager for PTCRB (PCS Type Certification Review Board) testing with hired 3rd party vendor
- Technical US Lead for all Validation, leading 4 Software Engineers and 1 Resident Engineer spread across 3 regions, US, Africa and Europe
- Provided input on Mobile app development and functionality
- Knowledge of AT commands and Qualcomm SDX62 platform
- Product Lead for all Validation and testing, and providing daily report to Software and Business Teams
- Utilizing Jira to track progress and or issues to ensure issues are addressed promptly
- Validate all Firmware updates and provide approval before customer delivery
- Provide onsite training to customer on update and Gateway functionality
- Weekly meeting with Business and Technical team to address various delivery gating issues and provide technical recommendations
- Validating 5G and Wi-Fi functionality against already approved devices to ensure Gateway performance is optimum
- Technical Lead for all FUT and Lab testing with 3rd Party vendors.
- Mentored junior engineers in best practices for validation engineering methodologies improving team skillsets.
- Conducted root cause analysis on deviations during validation activities, enabling timely resolution of technical issues.
- Managed multiple validation projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and budget constraints.
- Documented entire validation process, noting changes or alterations completed.
- Analyzed pre-release software titles for compliance with User Requirement Specifications (URS), referring any deficits to appropriate personnel.
- Identified causes of equipment failures and made suggestions for issue resolution.
- Conducted root cause analysis on deviations during validation activities, enabling timely resolution of technical issues
- Developed and delivered training programs for operations personnel increasing understanding of validation procedures
EPC Core Network Integration Engineer
Nokia
Irving, TX
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Responsible for Commissioning, integration, system verification, acceptance and troubleshooting of Verizon EPC Network, with strong focus on vMME functionality
- Point of contact for all First Office Applications (FOAs) for 4G lab and Production Networks
- Provided technical input on MOP implementations
- Documenting of test plans, test reports, feature analysis based on testing and deployment guides for code configuration changes, MOPs and ATP
- Created test validation plans for customer required per 3GPP specifications
- Reviewed proposed features in each SW release, customer documentation, analyze and develop feature validation plans, test procedures, test instructions and test scripts
- Supported deployments, patch installation, configuration updates, integration and validation of new releases
- Interfaced with all stakeholders and customers on all FOA activities
- Represented Engineering Packet core team in cross functional meetings with internal Verizon teams as needed
- Provided guidance and support during field execution of lab certified procedures
- Point-of-contact for all IOT device related testing and test validation timeliness.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends in software integration, ensuring incorporation of best practices into all projects undertaken.
- Optimized system performance by troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues related to integration, infrastructure, and software components.
- Managed vendor relationships effectively during implementation projects to ensure timely delivery of resources and support when needed.
Senior Project Engineer
Nokia
Irving, TX
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Focused on testing all aspects of LTE and VoLTE call-flow for Sprint
- eNode-B setup, configuration and upgrades for lab testing
- Customer Specific Testing for Sprint for LTE/VoLTE products and Services
- RF propagation testing for various test scenarios
- Worked closely with product management to identify/map customer requirements to future software releases.
- Spearheaded eNode B projects through project planning and design
Senior Network Engineer
Verizon Wireless
Southlake, TX
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Responsible for leading and executing highly confidential device and Network related testing for Apple products and services globally
- OEM Device Certification for iOS devices globally
- Network planning, large scale network rollout, initial tuning (Pre-Launch tuning), optimization (Post-Launch Optimization)
- Leading and executing Voice-over-Wi-Fi and E911 global testing in Europe and Canada in order to identify and resolve potential call processing issues prior to feature roll-out
- Identified and resolved complex Apple device issues prior to product launch, including but not limited to LTE, VoLTE and 911 call setup
- Ensuring all new and existing Apple devices adhere strictly to device requirements for pre-launch and for new software deployment
- Project Manager for VoLTE call compatibility between Verizon Wireless and ATT, for higher revenue generation
- Leading several lab and field trials/testing between Verizon wireless and Apple nationwide for feature and device testing.
Senior Network Engineer
Verizon Wireless
Westlake, TX
03.2011 - 05.2015
- Ushered in pre and postproduction testing with keen focus on LTE in simulated test environments, which included, Project lead/Manager for all projects and testing in Maintenance Engineering lab
- Tested products and services in simulated network (test lab) before FOA (First Office Application) deployment
- Built simulated networks in test labs to identify, isolate and reproduce complex network issues
- Developed a provisioning tool (GUI) in the lab that became the standard for SIM provisioning, with links to the HSS and SIM_OTA servers
- Planned and coordinated activities with several vendors including, Ericsson, Cisco and ALU (Alcatel-Lucent) on various elements of the LTE network (eNodeBs, SGW, MME and PGW)
- Managed software on test devices to ensure current standards are met for testing purposes
- Researched and selected device test automation tool and platform utilized in the Engineering lab.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Telecommunications
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GACompTIA Security+ Certification -
CompTIA
Skills
Test case development
undefinedTimeline
Senior Product Development and Validation Engineer
Sagemcom USA LLC
07.2021 - Current
EPC Core Network Integration Engineer
Nokia
08.2018 - 07.2021
Senior Project Engineer
Nokia
07.2017 - 12.2017
Senior Network Engineer
Verizon Wireless
05.2015 - 05.2017
Senior Network Engineer
Verizon Wireless
03.2011 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Telecommunications
Georgia State University
CompTIA Security+ Certification -
CompTIA
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