Murtaza Saifuddin, Core Engineer

Murtaza Saifuddin

Core Engineer

Global Projects Co.

Location
Kuwait - Al Kuwait
Education
Bachelor's degree, Electronics
Experience
12 years, 7 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :12 years, 7 Months

Core Engineer at Global Projects Co.
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • My current job since February 2018

Lead and oversee all customers complex communication operations at the time of project delivery/maintenance for seamless execution of LTE specific Packet Core Network activities. Identify and address multifaceted troubleshooting, fault finding, and RCA issues in hardware and software configuration by taking strategic actions in timely manner through proper management of Ericsson Enterprise Core operation/maintenance. Alter subscribers SAPC profile and restrict usage in line with customer prerequisite. Direct and align the provision of SIMs through utilisation of SOAP tool for covering web service inspection, development, invoking, simulation/mocking, functional testing, load, and compliance testing. Upgrade all core nodes license, track E2E call analysis, examine PS Network Statistics, manage Core hardware/software routine checks, and review TETRA Base Stations by using advance tools and technologies. Install latest configuration and direct LTE devices through SOTI MobiControl. Enable Airbus Tetra defence/space network operations and maintenance, while observing TETRA Base Stations Alarm through NETBOSS. Orchestrate TETRA team and formulate efficient plans/schedules towards Tetra base stations alarm clearance and preventive maintenance. Produce and propose total coverage monthly reports through evaluation of NEMO logs.
• Led and completed Ericsson enterprise core, which installed from E2E.
• Headed several TETRA/LTE sites through integration/installation through collaboration with assigned team.
• Provisioned LTE SIMs, improved TETRA sites coverage after Frequency re-planning, and automated KPI collection for LTE EnodeBs.
• Attained and retained PS network performance in accordance with set Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Devised and deployed advance Ericsson LTE sites.
• Planned and created APN within MME, EPG, and HSS in accordance with customers’ needs.

FM Team Leader at Shabakkat Technologies
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • March 2017 to January 2018

Supervised talented three teams to meet and exceed all designated tickets, while aligning overall back office operations. Co-ordinated with all cross-functional and multi-disciplinary teams to resolve related alarms issues and threats. Articulated and updated monthly report and presented PO for same. Directed all equipment’s maintenance associated with BTS, NodeB, and eNodeBs. Interacted with customer to slash escalation and resolve all enquires in agreed timescale.
• Closed all pending tickets in accordance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Administered KPI analysis, thresholds, and root cause fading by applying innovative action plans through execution of root cause analysis. operational activities regarding FM project.

Wireless RAN Engineer at Huawei Technologies Ltd
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • June 2013 to February 2017

Created and applied test strategies/plans, troubleshooting issues and supporting customers with products/services rollout. Organised on-site survey, testing, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of 2G, 3G, and LTE network equipment to discover and lessen risks and errors. Upgraded Software for entire 2G, 3G, and LTE sites as well as updated software for RNC. Investigated alarms for all technologies related with 2G, 3G, and LTE sites. Offered level II and III BSS support to customer and sustained contact with customer for addressing site issues. Formulated and oversaw alarm reporting and daily task, utilising U2000 for all technologies and collaborating with Zain NOC/Radio Team. Reviewed remedies from customer incident management in adherence with SLA, testing concerned area with Spectrum Analyzer to explore Interference source. Interacted with potential stakeholders and subcontractors for clarifying VSWR and ALD relevant alarms, ensuring smooth running of operational activities.
• Gained comprehensive knowledge of Huawei SW, including U2000, Web LMT, PRS System.
• Executed BTS, ENODEB, NodeB, and RNC enhancement.
• Delivered 24*7 customer network support for the attainment of high-level of customer satisfaction.
• Increased tickets alongside GTAC for investigating critical issues. Prepared weekly network availability report, overcoming absence.

Technical Associate at Tech Mahindra
  • India - Pune
  • November 2010 to June 2012

Prepared and verified PL and SQL scripts for automating tasks. Built and sustained robust relationship with all up- and down-stream support teams with primary focus on supporting project and the end-to-end systems operational excellence, Managed bridge cases and analysed issues, and raised QCs (Defects) accordingly to solve the issues. (IT Tools & Technologies: Flow Monitor, AMDocs and Incident Management System)

Education

Bachelor's degree, Electronics
  • at PDEA's COEH
  • May 2010

• 1st Rank in B.E-Electronics in A.G.Awate COEH,Pune university (2010). • 3rd Rank in T.E-Electronics in A.G.Awate COEH,Pune university (2009). • 2nd Rank in S.E-Electronics in A.G.Awate COEH,Pune university (2008). • 3rd Rank in 12th Computer Science Batch,Indian Community School, Kuwait (2006). • Got 50% Fee Scholarship in 12th Std. • Topped in Hindi Subject in 10th Std. with 90%.

Specialties & Skills

Telecommunications
System Monitoring
Technical Understanding
Agile and Waterfall
Oracle SQL 10g
Ericsson
Project Management
Airbus Tetra
Wireshark
Project & Programme Management
Network Administration & Support
Team Leadership & Coaching
Quality Assurance & Management
Strategic Planning & Analysis
Networking Protocols & Management
Risk Assessment & Mitigation
System Testing & Troubleshooting
KPIs & SLAs
Stakeholder Engagement
Wireless Communication & Management

Languages

English
Expert
Hindi
Expert
Arabic
Beginner

Training and Certifications

Oracle 10g SQL (Certificate)
Date Attended:
March 2012
Valid Until:
May 2012

Hobbies

  • Cricket and Movies.