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Arvinder Singh Anand

Paramus,USA

Summary

Dynamic technology leader with a proven track record at Ericsson, driving new revenue through strategic planning and execution. Expert in cloud and 5G architecture, leveraging AI/ML for automation. Adept at cross-functional team leadership, fostering innovation, and enhancing cybersecurity strategies to deliver impactful solutions in telecommunications.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Network Evolution – Strategy & Technology

Ericsson Americas
07.2024 - Current
  • Spearheaded differentiated 5G slicing initiatives across Tier-1 US telecom providers
  • Led a $50M+ government-funded 5G healthcare project in partnership with Verizon, IBM, GEH
  • Designed forward-looking autonomous network pathways aligning with TM Forum standards

Head of End-to-End 5G Solutions

Ericsson North America
08.2019 - 06.2024
  • Generated over $200 million in new revenue through business development for Ericsson’s Intelligent Automation Platform.
  • Developed and integrated real-time analytics using Snowflake to improve decision-making capabilities for Open RAN SMO.
  • Designed comprehensive strategies focused on cybersecurity and compliance for high-value opportunities
  • Directed more than 50 global solution architects and engineers specializing in Cloud, AI/ML, Monetization fields.
  • Generated $18.7M in revenue annually from software and testing services.
  • Enhanced efficiency by reducing resolution time by 30% using AI-infused software asset strategy.
  • Spearheaded the establishment of innovation hubs focusing on practical use cases for 5G technology, HCP, and slicing.

Director, Cloud & Automation

Ericsson North America
12.2014 - 07.2019
  • Spearheaded North American rollout of cloud-native automation and orchestration platforms
  • Generated $24M in revenue by scaling Ericsson’s automation footprint with Tier-1 providers
  • Delivered pioneering network slicing architectures adopted globally
  • Facilitated workshops on digital transformation with major telecom companies.

Principal Software Engineer / Lead Solution Architect

Ericsson Global
10.1997 - 11.2014
  • Enabled a follow-on revenue stream exceeding $40M by closing the first cloud automation deal.
  • Developed open charging interfaces and supported global Tier-1 CSPs, including NTT DoCoMo, Telefonica, and Swisscom.
  • Mentored 200+ engineers through cloud technology rollouts and automation solutions

Education

Design Thinking and Innovation -

Harvard Business School

Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy -

MIT Sloan

Bachelor of Engineering -

SGSITS

Skills

  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Digital Transformation
  • Cloud & 5G Architecture
  • AI/ML & Automation
  • API Monetization
  • Network Slicing
  • Cybersecurity Strategy
  • Go-to-Market Development
  • Cross-functional Team Leadership
  • Data Strategy & Integration
  • C-Level Engagement & Communication

Awards

Finalist, Tech Titans Corporate Innovation

Pinnacle Award for Network Automation ($24M impact)

Role Model & Rising StaCEO Award for Strengthening Business

Industry Engagements

Keynote Speaker, Open RAN, Big 5G Event on SMO, Network Slicing

Panelist, IEEE, TM-Forum, Light Readings  on AI in Networks, Automation

Speaker, OSS summit, MWC Americas on 5g, Automation, Monetization 

Author of multiple blogs on cloud-native architecture and 5G monetization

Timeline

Director, Network Evolution – Strategy & Technology

Ericsson Americas
07.2024 - Current

Head of End-to-End 5G Solutions

Ericsson North America
08.2019 - 06.2024

Director, Cloud & Automation

Ericsson North America
12.2014 - 07.2019

Principal Software Engineer / Lead Solution Architect

Ericsson Global
10.1997 - 11.2014

Design Thinking and Innovation -

Harvard Business School

Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy -

MIT Sloan

Bachelor of Engineering -

SGSITS

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