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Rajni Patel

Kansas City,KS/MO

Summary

  • Over 30 years of extensive experience in technical and management roles across diverse sectors including telecom, cellular, public safety, emergency services, utilities, energy, and healthcare.
  • Proficient in roles such as Program manager, Technical Project Manager, ITIL certified Business Systems Analyst, Solution Architect, Telecom Engineer, RAN Engineer, RF Engineer, and more.Technical Project Manager, ITIL certified Business Systems Analyst, SCADA Engineer, Network Systems Engineer, Network Orders-Inventory Provisioning Engineer, Field Service Engineer, NTAC-Core Engineer, NOC Engineer and more.
  • Subject Matter Expertise in FCAPS/OSS/BSS Telecom Integration, Solution Architecture, and engineering across various domains including SCADA, LMR systems, and Network Systems.
  • Successfully managed over 100 global resources distributed across different time zones and geographies, overseeing complex platforms supported by internal and external entities.
  • Possess over 15 years of experience in NOC, SOAR, call centers, data center management, Systems/Infrastructure, OSS-BSS applications management, Networks, and Databases.
  • Demonstrated over 10 years of experience in integration and adaptation to emerging technical and functional enhancements, with a deep understanding of various platforms within global operations and client scope.
  • Implemented and standardized support models for flawless process adherence, regularly reviewing process effectiveness, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Proficient in resource management, executive communication, end-to-end product development to deployment, training, analyzing metrics, building KPI reports, and leading SLAs.
  • Acted as an executive point of escalation for internal departments and clients during service-impacting issues and played a key role in developing next-generation solutions.
  • Overall, boasts over 20 years of technology operations experience with more than 15 years in people and technology management.

Excellent communication skills and extensive experience working with clients and partners. Innovative Solution Architect with in-depth understanding of software deployment and system design illustrated over 10 years of experience in similar roles. Resourceful Solution Architect with 5 years of customer relationship management and implementation support. Highly skilled in managing database performance and upgrades for ongoing efficiency and achievement of corporate objectives. Meticulous Integration SME maintaining highly functional digital systems for uninterrupted workflows and consistent productivity. Oversees routine maintenance checks and software update schedules to reduce network downtime and likelihood of security compromises. Loves collaborating with customers and teammates to develop and implement creative technical solutions to challenging problems. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Solution Architect (short-term project)

Thales Corp./ eTeam Inc
01.2024 - 03.2024
  • Developing new software for aviation solutions for client Thales
  • Designing and software development for new aviation products using RF technology.

Solution SME / Architect

Charter Communication / Sincera
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Worked with Sincera to provide a network inventory solution
  • Orchestrated OSS-BSS design, integration, and support deployment solutions, ensuring the resilience of the organization’s LAN, WAN, and fiber optic networks
  • Supported OndeData solution to integrate with Blue Planet inventory system and Granite for various network switches and routers.

Lead Customer Technical Project Manager & Solution SME / Architect

Nokia Corp. / Glow Networks
10.2021 - 05.2023
  • Directed program management for Nokia’s E911, cLBS, Next Generation Emergency Services (NGES), Broadcast Management System (BMC), OSS, Infrastructure, large-scale Integration, and call/dispatch center-care management of the Cloud-based GMLC systems, provisioning, testing, and production site technical support for client Sprint Corp & T-Mobile Corp
  • Oversaw large-scale end-to-end integration and automation of multiple enterprise-scale network rollout projects, including Proof of Concepts (POC) Projects for next-generation emergency services (ES), location-based services (cLBS), and NGES platforms
  • Provided complete care support for E911, cLBS, Omni 911, Omni CAD, Omni 3DMAP, Omni Mobile, BMC, bare metal, cloud-based OSS, Network management (NMS- ServiceNow), and NGES platforms for Sprint and T-Mobile.

Program Manager & Senior Network Integration Solution Expert

Sprint Corp. – T-Mobile Corp / OTSI Inc
08.2019 - 11.2021
  • Orchestrated OSS-BSS design, integration, and support deployment solutions, ensuring the resilience of the organization’s LAN, WAN, and cloud-based networks
  • Collaborated with Product Owners, Solution owners, and DevOps stakeholders to establish testing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and service-level objectives (SLOs), ensuring swift implementation of RCA/ICA in case of missed KPI or SLO
  • Managed intricate technical and infrastructure-related projects, including architecture reviews, project plans, requirement analysis, and issue resolution utilizing Jira and Agile processes
  • Specialized in environment buildouts, network engineering, complex platform integration, and management of Unix-Linux-Windows OS-based servers and applications, as well as OSS and BSS management systems
  • Designed, tested, and deployed corporate network security measures, including firewalls and access (IAM) management systems
  • Resolved network, environment, VPN, routing, and firewall issues through research and troubleshooting.

Field Network Systems Integration Solution Analyst / Engineer

Motorola Solutions Inc / Omaha Power (OPPD)
01.2018 - 08.2019
  • Provided technical support and integrated specialized mission-critical LMR, Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), SCADA, AVL, Call-Voice logging (NICE), Nuance solution, and IoT systems and product applications
  • Proficient in provisioning communication system infrastructure and optimizing RF and Broadband architecture of legacy analog, advanced digital P25, and data infrastructure
  • Knowledgeable in FCC, RFC, FAA, and NEC standards, AC / DC / Inverted / UPS / Emergency Power Plants - Systems, R56 grounding, Battery stations – cabinets, Rack, and Cables management, Low-speed analog & TDM circuits
  • Programmed, configured, automated, optimized, tested, and managed records storage and recovery (SAN) of complex communications systems and networks such as P25, LMR, RF, LAN, WAN, e911, Microwave, amplifier, antenna integration, Smartnet, SmartZone, IoT, and ASTRO emergency, SCADA, and public safety communication systems
  • Implemented at Power and Gas utility companies, transportation, airlines, City, County, and State levels.
  • Supported Omaha Power - for micro-grid, Power on Reliance and other applications.
  • Evaluated and integrated P25, LMR, CAD, Embedded, and IoT devices
  • Handled SIP trunking, PBX, Public Safety – EMS- Fire 911 & Dispatch Call center technologies, Network elements integration, Optical Line Terminal (OLT), Oracle NMS (SCADA) integration, Remote Terminal Units (RTU), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), and Intelligent Electronic Devices (IED)
  • Conducted SW changes and root-cause analysis, ensuring quick resolution of product, infrastructure, and environmental issues
  • Managed radio tower site integration, certification, environmental, and safety verification and validations.

Sr. Network Systems Integration Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Sprint Corporation
10.2016 - 12.2017
  • Interacted daily with stakeholders such as field technicians, Local RF engineers, Network Control Center (NOC) Engineers, Tower crews, field integration teams, end users, and service providers
  • Provided technical support to address issues at cell and telco switch sites, analyze interfaces, and optimize sectors, resulting in monthly cost savings of at least $25k
  • Served as the SME for NOC and Network systems support, overseeing the monitoring of Key Performance Data Indicators (KPIs), Dashboards, and RF Technical Performance Measurements (TPMS)
  • Conducted logs review and reported network performance issues such as packet loss, call drop, SINR, RSRP, RSRQ, MIMO, and data speed to senior executives
  • Supported a variety of systems and networks, including Radio Access Networks (RAN), Microwave Linkwatch, Pathloss, Google Earth, Weathermap, Clearprobe, Oracle NMS (SCADA), and Mainframe systems to maintain network uptime and minimize service impact.

Sr. Network Integration Engineer - SME

Ericsson Inc
05.2013 - 09.2016
  • Operational Systems Support (OSS), including analysis, configuration, performance optimization, and security management for Core LTE and WIMAX networks for client Clearwire-Sprint
  • Oversaw Network Operational and Control (NOC) management activities, including Network Fault and Optimization Management, to maintain network stability and performance
  • Supported the integration of various network elements, including Samsung, Ericsson, and Huawei LTE/EVDO cell sites, Cell site routes, Ciena/Blue planet Switches, Microwave links, Radio Access Networks (RAN), DNS/NTP, DHCP, MPLS, Linkwatch, Clearprobe, Oracle NMS (SCADA), and other systems/networks
  • Ensured seamless integration to minimize downtime and service impact.

Sr. Telecom Network Provisioning Engineer - SME

APEX SYSTEMS
10.2010 - 04.2013
  • Orchestrated integration efforts, including production systems support, testing, installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of large-scale telecom order provisioning software applications like MARTENS, OPEN SWITCHGATE (OSG), Metasolv, and AMDOCS billing system
  • Oversaw all circuits configuration and information in MARTENS for automated service order provisioning via OPEN SWITCHGATE, ensuring smooth provisioning of voice, data, and video (IPTV) services for both new and existing customers.

Sr. Enterprise System and Integration Solution Engineer

CHRISTUS Health
08.2009 - 10.2010
  • Provided technical support for the Network Operations Center (NOC), ensuring smooth operation of applications, systems, services, and devices across a network spanning over 30 hospitals nationwide
  • Managed physical asset inventory, including access and configuration management of servers, desktops, network equipment, applications, and databases, facilitating efficient network, telecommunication, voice, and video services.

OSS & BSS Networks Solution Architect / SME

SPRINT NEXTEL CORPORATION
08.2006 - 03.2009
  • Analyzed, improved, and supported fault, configuration, security, performance, and database management of systems, applications, and network elements, both onsite and remotely, ensuring uninterrupted operation of OSS environments
  • Utilized various OSS-based performance monitoring applications such as Symantec I3, HP OpenView, and EMC ADM to analyze and implement performance tuning and optimization strategies for databases, systems, and web applications, enhancing overall system efficiency
  • Configured and managed critical network management applications including Ciscoworks and Cisco Secure to oversee Cisco's catalyst switches, routers, and VPNs, ensuring robust security and smooth network operation
  • Developed and integrated automated critical messaging applications like Telalert into existing network management systems, significantly reducing operational costs and improving incident response times
  • Led a team of developers in the design, development, integration, testing, and security of Operational and Business Support Systems (OSS and BSS) applications, ensuring adherence to Agile DSDM and CMMI level III methodologies
  • Directed the development of fault alarm libraries for HP OpenView and TTI’s Netrac OSS fault management applications, focusing on SNMP, ASCII, TL1, and 3GPP2 interfaces, enhancing network monitoring capabilities.

Telecom Networks Solution Architect

IBM
09.2004 - 02.2006
  • Overseeing the development, integration, testing, quality assurance, documentation, and project management activities for the deployment of cutting-edge wireless network products within Sprint’s Operational and Business Systems Support (OSS and BSS) domain
  • Proactively researched and evaluated emerging technologies in the market, developing strategic plans to seamlessly integrate multiple systems and applications within the OSS network
  • This involved a deep understanding of telecommunications infrastructure and industry trends.

Sr. Network System Engineer - SME

Sprint Corporation
01.2001 - 09.2004
  • Led the end-to-end development lifecycle of applications, automation, and embedded software, adhering to the Agile software development model
  • This encompassed requirements analysis, functional and design specifications, evaluation, flowcharts, development, testing, system and performance logs evaluation, deployment, warranty support, and documentation
  • Spearheaded fault management activities for a wide array of telecommunication applications, databases, and hardware components critical to CDMA network operations
  • Orchestrated OSS-BSS design, integration, and support deployment solutions, ensuring the resilience of the organization’s LAN, WAN, and cloud-based networks.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of Houston
Houston, TX

Skills

  • OSS-BSS-Billing -Provisioning - Cloud Networks
  • RF-RAN-Microwave- GIS-Networks
  • Public Safety
  • SCADA- Utility Management
  • Project Management
  • Operating Systems
  • Databases
  • Programming
  • RF Frequencies
  • Protocols /interface
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Expertise in subject matter
  • Customer Focus
  • Innovative thinking
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Research and Development
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Creative solutions
  • Project Planning
  • Process Improvement
  • Data Analysis
  • Process Analysis
  • Idea Development and Brainstorming
  • Program Evaluation
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Improvement plan knowledge
  • Logistics Coordination
  • Project restructuring
  • Issue Research
  • International mobility management

Timeline

Solution Architect (short-term project)

Thales Corp./ eTeam Inc
01.2024 - 03.2024

Solution SME / Architect

Charter Communication / Sincera
05.2023 - 08.2023

Lead Customer Technical Project Manager & Solution SME / Architect

Nokia Corp. / Glow Networks
10.2021 - 05.2023

Program Manager & Senior Network Integration Solution Expert

Sprint Corp. – T-Mobile Corp / OTSI Inc
08.2019 - 11.2021

Field Network Systems Integration Solution Analyst / Engineer

Motorola Solutions Inc / Omaha Power (OPPD)
01.2018 - 08.2019

Sr. Network Systems Integration Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Sprint Corporation
10.2016 - 12.2017

Sr. Network Integration Engineer - SME

Ericsson Inc
05.2013 - 09.2016

Sr. Telecom Network Provisioning Engineer - SME

APEX SYSTEMS
10.2010 - 04.2013

Sr. Enterprise System and Integration Solution Engineer

CHRISTUS Health
08.2009 - 10.2010

OSS & BSS Networks Solution Architect / SME

SPRINT NEXTEL CORPORATION
08.2006 - 03.2009

Telecom Networks Solution Architect

IBM
09.2004 - 02.2006

Sr. Network System Engineer - SME

Sprint Corporation
01.2001 - 09.2004

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of Houston
Rajni Patel