Manasi Padhy
Cheyenne,USA
Summary
Tech-savvy with 21+ years of experience in the telecommunications industry backed by proven expertise in 5G macro cell, small cell, private network, fixed wireless access, and network slicing design, development, system design, and testing, along with network virtualization, automation, and intelligence (AI/ML), coupled with a deep understanding of 3GPP and O-RAN architecture.
Demonstrated success in driving innovation and contributing to standardization bodies such as 3GPP and O-RAN. Architect of next-generation system frameworks, for revolutionary protocol stack innovations, and maestro of strategic product management maneuvers. Ability to lead cross-functional teams, solve complex technical challenges, and deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of the telecommunications landscape. Recognized for my unwavering commitment to driving cross-functional collaboration, surmounting intricate technical hurdles, and providing transformative solutions that redefine the communications domain.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal O-RAN Standard Engineer
Boost Mobile/ORCID
Cheyenne, Wyoming
07.2024 - Current
- Leading the system testing for the O-RAN nodes onboarded on the ORCID lab (Funded by NTIA) and ensuring validation of the conformance, interoperability, performance, capacity and stability test for the O-RAN CU, DU and RU nodes according to the 3GPP and O-RAN standard specification
- Represent as a lead for the open RAN integration and validation of O-RAN products
- Closely work with the vendor partners and test partners for the verification and maturity of the O-RAN products
- Present the roadmap of the ORCID program to NTIA and technical advisory group
- Lead the activities in the area of innovation and test automation
- Contribute proposals to MVP and O-RAN standard WGs
RAN SME
Samsung
San-Diego, CA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Driving the IODT program for the Samsung RAN interoperability with Apple device ecosystem enabling custom configuration for the RAN nodes, 5G RAN feature enablement, analysis and troubleshoot for the Apple devices performance and optimization
RAN SME
DISH Network
Herndon, Virginia
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Spearhead technology development and architecture for 5G virtualized disaggregated SA network at DISH Network, resulting in enhanced network efficiency and agility
- Lead initiatives in multi-vendor disaggregated cloud-native intelligent network deployments, focusing on 5G RAN protocol stack and automation
- Contribute to diverse projects including enterprise private networks, spectrum blanking, and fixed wireless access services, expanding DISH Network's service offerings
- Evaluate and analyze RIC platform and apps along with AI/ML framework for RAN programmability and intelligence, optimizing network performance
- Represented DISH Network as a delegate in O-RAN WG2, driving AIML services for RIC and ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices
- Played a pivotal role in designing and implementing fully virtualized disaggregated 5G intelligent network, leveraging 5G expertise in telco cloud deployments across AWS, Oracle, and VMWare platforms
- Streamlined RAN feature evaluation and vendor collaboration for DISH Network's field trial and commercial deployment, ensuring alignment with network objectives and industry standards
- Led the design and assessment of RIC architecture for DISH's commercial network for use cases such as traffic steering, energy efficiency, PRB blanking, involved in analysis of DISH real network data and KPIs in certain market areas, monitoring and decision for action in optimizing network performance and scalability
- Contributed to and monitored O-RAN standard working groups, ensuring DISH's network solutions adhered to company standards
RAN / NTN Architect
E-Space
Los Gatos
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Defined comprehensive system-level requirements for the design and architecture of non-terrestrial networks (NTN) and regenerative payload for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, ensuring robust performance and connectivity
- Demonstrated exceptional expertise in NR-NTN, IoT-NTN, and RedCap rep-17/18 3GPP features to enhance network capabilities
Director, Head of R&D Standards (O-RAN & 3GPP)
Rakuten
Bangalore, India
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided technical leadership, while facilitating standardization activities in O-RAN and 3GPP RAN2, RAN3, focusing on Release-18 features such as Energy Saving and AI-ML techniques, and Release-17 features including RAN Slicing, SDT, NR-NTN, and Redcap
- Formulated strategic plans to drive standardization activities aimed at generating technical contributions and essential patents for the organization, while serving as IC/delegate in various work groups
- Served as co-chair in WG5 and rapporteur for the energy efficiency feature in WG8 within O-RAN, facilitating collaboration and decision-making to advance standardization objectives
- Contributed to the development of a shared O-RU and uplink performance enhancement feature within WG4, resulting in the creation of standard essential patents
- Served as 3GPP RAN2 and RAN3 delegate for the Rel-17 mobility enhancement WI
Chief Technical Specialist
Radisys Corporation
Bangalore, India
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Employed superior interpersonal skills, while addressing queries from RFPs and RFIs as well as delivering compelling product presentations to clients to enhance their understanding
- Contributed to the O-DU AAD specification as TG2 PTL in WG8, resulting in the development of a robust reference stack
- Ran several features in WG5 C/U plane stream, including dynamic spectrum sharing, IAB, and 5G SA procedures
- Drove various programs in the M-plane for IM/DM, focusing on features like RAN slicing and Massive MIMO optimization, elevating network performance and efficiency
- Actively engaged in the MVP-C forum within O-RAN, contributing to and reviewing multiple proposals for feature packages, fostering collaboration across working groups
- Served as the PTL for the O-DU high project in the open-source community, overseeing the delivery of open-source code and advancing O-DU high project objectives
- Provided valuable use case and proposal reviews in WG1 UCTG meetings, facilitating informed decision making
- Contributed to 3GPP RAN2 slice enhancement work item
Senior Technical Specialist
Radisys Corporation
Bangalore, India
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Delivered strategic support for the RAN product roadmap, aligning with market demands and technological advancements to drive product innovation and competitiveness
- Participated in O-RAN/3GPP standardization activities, ensuring organizational compliance and contributing to the development of industry standards, enhancing interoperability and market acceptance of products
System Architect (Massive MIMO/5G)
Mavenir
Bangalore, India
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Defined feature requirement specifications for LTE/5G end-to-end features, such as network slicing, QoS, DRX, and UE inactivity across L2/L3 layers (SDAP, PDCP, RLC, MAC, Scheduler, RRC, RRM), along with system test framework for validation, optimizing product performance
- Supported system engineering ad test team at Mavenir, focusing on Massive MIMO and 5G products in NSA and SA modes
- Managed enterprise solutions/private network
- Worked on study of feature development and deployment for enterprise solutions/private networks, resulting in increased product versatility and expanded market reach
- Innovated and validated features like 5G scheduler, BWP, and network slicing, enhancing the product's competitiveness and meeting evolving market demands
- Strong knowledge on end to end 5G system architecture and procedures, familiarity with 5G core protocols
System Specification Engineer(5G)
Nokia Solutions Limited
Bangalore, India
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Oversaw the creation of SFS/EFS documents for 4G/cloud/5G features across multiple programs within the Transport system/Backhaul solutions domain, driving seamless integration and functionality enhancements
- Defined system specifications in the 5G & SC RAN U-Plane RT domain, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of network systems
- Employed expertise in cloud architecture and telecom cloudification to improve network equipment products
- Pioneered standardization initiatives as a delegate in 3GPP, focusing on innovation within the real-time 5G radio access network, particularly in beam management, MIMO, CSI acquisition/HARQ framework, and Bandwidth Part Operation, NB-IoT resulting in cutting-edge advancements in network efficiency and performance
Technical Architect (LTE Small Cell)
Wipro India Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore, India
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Headed LTE small cell project focusing on eNodeB development, specializing in L2/L3 layer intricacies encompassing RRC/RRM/RLC/MAC protocols
- Led the design, development, and testing of LTE basic non-real-time features (DRX paging/reestablishment) as well as advanced features/real-time functionalities (VoLTE, handover, carrier aggregation, SPS scheduling, QoS scheduling, scheduling on channel state information
- Mitigated complex issues by coordinating with cross-functional teams and external dependencies
- Extensively involved in the design and implementation of MAC functionalities including SR/BSR, CQI/PMI/RI, MIMO, QoS scheduler, semi-persistent scheduler, transmission schemes, and MAC CEs
- Conducted log analysis using qCAT tool, QXDM, Text Analysis, and PCAP/Wireshark tool, ensuring optimal network performance and troubleshooting
Technical Leader (Modem Protocol Stack)
Ericsson
Bangalore, India
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Contributed to the Radium (M7450) Project within the Multimode program, focusing on the development of the modem protocol stack primarily in the L3 layer associated with NAS protocol
- Managed critical customer and design issues such as full cell search, deadlock prevention due to process priority, implementing solutions for call drop and data stall to optimize project performance
- Provided redesigns and solutions for various project aspects, including refresh mechanism handling and deadlock prevention due to process priority
- Handled corner, call drop, and permanent data stall issues related to reestablishment failure in CS/PS-related procedures, ensuring robust performance in various scenarios
- Developed features like Managed Roaming and RAT balancing, enhancing user experience and network efficiency
- Led a cross-functional team as Scrum Master, achieving sprint championship and fostering collaboration and success
- Successfully addressed numerous call drop and permanent/static data stall issues attributed to network misbehavior, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity
- Served as the Scrum Master, facilitating efficient project management and ensuring adherence to Agile principles
- Resolved issues in modules such as IRAT, cell reselection, handover, and call reestablishment procedures, improving overall system stability along with conflicts arising from a mix of 2/3 digit MNC in PLMN selection procedures
Senior Software Engineer
NXP Semiconductor
Bengaluru, India
01.2003 - 01.2015
Software Engineer
Jataayu Soft
Bangalore, India
01.2003 - 01.2015
R&D Engineer
Lectrotek Systems
Pune, India
01.2003 - 01.2015
Education
B.E. -
NIT (National Institute of Technology)
Rourkela, IndiaSkills
- 5G Connectivity Solutions
- O-RAN Expertise
- 3GPP RAN2/RAN3 Expertise
- 5G Macro Cell Deployment
- Wireless Access Solutions Delivery
- Private Network Architecture
- Network Slicing Strategies
- Protocol Stack Development (L2/L3 layers)
- System Architecture Design
- Strategic Planning
- Product Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Technical Innovation
- Problem Solving
Patents Whitepapers Recognitions
- Received multiple awards for outstanding, individual and team contribution in Ericsson as well as NXP semiconductor Pvt Ltd.
- Registered Patents on 'Nonfunctional key coding_complete_July1.doc' and 'Nonfunctional key coding_drawings_vfiled_R1.doc' across US and European patent offices.
- Filed Patent on 'Nokia FASTER DYNAMIC POINT SELECTION WITH QUICK PREAMBLE BASED RACH PROCESS IN MULTIBEAM APPROACH'.
- Archived Patent on 'Standardization of Multiple Frequency/time portions for better alignment of synchronization signal detection and faster RACH process in multi beam approach (Analog Beam Forming) in 5G NR'.
- Patent filed on 5G MR-DC on 'better mobility success rate by preempting target BTS slice resource availability'.
- Received for excellence contribution towards 5G Innovation.
- One amongst top 10 white papers (Enhancement in coverage with Multibeam connectivity approach for beam forming in 5G NR) selected in 5G technology at Nokia Innovation event in the year 2017.
- Received 'Women's achiever award' for the year 2018.
Certification
Product Strategy Kellogg Executive Education
Timeline
Principal O-RAN Standard Engineer
Boost Mobile/ORCID
07.2024 - Current
RAN SME
DISH Network
03.2023 - 09.2023
RAN SME
Samsung
01.2023 - 01.2024
RAN / NTN Architect
E-Space
01.2022 - 01.2023
Director, Head of R&D Standards (O-RAN & 3GPP)
Rakuten
01.2022 - 12.2022
Chief Technical Specialist
Radisys Corporation
01.2021 - 01.2022
Senior Technical Specialist
Radisys Corporation
01.2020 - 01.2021
System Architect (Massive MIMO/5G)
Mavenir
01.2019 - 01.2020
System Specification Engineer(5G)
Nokia Solutions Limited
01.2016 - 01.2018
Technical Architect (LTE Small Cell)
Wipro India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2015 - 01.2016
Technical Leader (Modem Protocol Stack)
Ericsson
01.2013 - 01.2015
Senior Software Engineer
NXP Semiconductor
01.2003 - 01.2015
Software Engineer
Jataayu Soft
01.2003 - 01.2015
R&D Engineer
Lectrotek Systems
01.2003 - 01.2015
B.E. -
NIT (National Institute of Technology)
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