Mika Rintala

+ Lead product strategy and development of SG private networks for defense applications, ensuring
mission-citcal reliability and performance,
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with customer and operational
requirements.
«Drive innovation in network architecture to support advanced defense use cases, including Al
integration.

+ Managed 5G System-on-Chip (SoC) design programs, overseeing end-to-end development of ASIC
slutions for radio systems.
«Served as Tribe Lead for a 120-person Digital Front-End (DFE) team, optimizing workflows and
implementing DevOps, CIICD, and Lean methodologies.
+ Acted as Product Architect and Product Manager for Radio SoC, delivering scalable,
high-performance solutions for 5G networks.
+ Directed the SP2532 modem program, managing hardware, software, testing, operator cerlication,
and customer requirements.
+ Partnered with global customers to define technical specifications and ensure successful product
delivery.
+ Optimized program timelines and resources, achieving on-time launches for complex modem
solutions.

+ Led modem SoC development for 4GILTE systems, managing a team of 67 engineers and
overseeing system logic programs.
+ Spearheaded verification platform projects and digital siream initiatives, enhancing modem
performance and scalabilty.
+ Drove crosssite collaboration as Site Manager, aligning technical and business objectives.

+ Managed business units and custom slicon projects, growing revenue through strategic marketing
and product development.
+ Progressed through roles including Business Segment Manager (2004), Business Line Manager
(2005), and Manager of Custom Chip Solutions (2006).
+ Delivered tailored ASIC solutions for telecom clients, optimizing design processes and customer
satisfaction.

«Established the Kemi site from inception, recruiting and leading a ful team of engineers.
+ Managed development of two Nokia ASICs, ensuring on-time delivery and compliance with technical
standards.

+ Designed SDH ASICs, contributing to high-speed telecom infrastructure projects.

+ Led ASIC and FPGA design projects, delivering innovative solutions for early telecom systems.