Prem Kumar N

About Prem Kumar N

High-Impact Techno-Functional Leader: With specialized expertise across Telecom, OEMs, Chipset Design, Cloud, and AI, I bring a wealth of experience in managing large-scale technology and engineering programs. My focus on delivering successful outcomes—on time, within budget, and with superior quality—has been honed through extensive experience across geographies, including the USA, Europe, APAC, and China. Program & Project Management Excellence: I excel in managing lifecycle projects in fast-paced, multicultural environments, ensuring seamless customer engagement and expectation management. My strategic approach to program and project delivery across diverse fields has consistently driven high-value results, fostering customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Product & Technology Management: With deep insights into global market dynamics, I specialize in product and technology management for both OEMs and NEMs. My ability to adapt strategies to regional sensitivities has enabled the successful execution of initiatives that align with both local and global business goals. Innovative Solutions & Continuous Improvement: A key driver of innovation and continuous improvement, I’ve played a pivotal role in expanding system capabilities and accelerating time-to-market for cutting-edge solutions. My focus on precision and cost efficiency has delivered substantial savings and operational excellence across numerous programs. Visionary Leadership & Business Growth: Known for my visionary leadership, I have consistently driven business growth, enhanced revenue streams, and improved operational performance. Through thought leadership, I embrace challenges, foster insights, and guide change, contributing to sustained profitability and organizational success. People Leadership & Talent Acquisition: As a key people leader, I am adept at acquiring and nurturing high-performing talent, fostering collaboration, and transforming organizational vision into reality. My commitment to building strong teams and driving collective success has been central to my leadership approach.

Experience

1. Senior Engineering Manager

   Intel

   Jul 2018 — Present

   Experienced Lead of Global Field Test Function with a proven track record in test strategy optimization, delivering 4G modem validation for Tier 1 OEM partners. Successfully reduced validation time by 15%, cut costs by 10%, and implemented a 24x7 test cycle. Led product validation for major brands like HP, Lenovo, and Samsung, architecting a global system health monitoring platform that reduced verification costs by 35%. Skilled in outsourcing, vendor management, and driving data-driven optimizations, saving over $2.5M annually. Renowned for building customer confidence in WWAN verification and advancing AI adoption in test automation. Key Skills: Technical Program Management – Test Strategy – Cost Optimization - Outsourcing – Vendor Management – WWAN Verification – AI Adoption – Test Automation

Education

• Visvesvaraya Technological University

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, AN EFFICIENT KEY DISTRIBUTION AND MANAGEMENT METHOD FOR WIRELESS SENSOR NETWORKS

  2015

• Sikkim Manipal University (SMU)

  MBA, Marketing and HR Management

  2005 — 2008

• B. M. S. College of Engineering

  M.Tech, Digital Communication Engineering

  2002 — 2004

• Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya - JNV

  CBSE, Shivaragudda, Mandya

  1986 — 1992

• Institute of Product Leadership

  Product Management Professional, Product Managament

  2012 — 2012

• Bangalore University

  B.E, Electronics and Communication Engg.

  1996 — 2000

• Government Polytechnic College

  Diploma, Electronics & Communication Engg.

  1992 — 1996

• GovT. Boys Primary School, Melkote

  Primary Education

  1981 — 1986

Skills

• Cdma
• Wireless
• Systems Engineering
• Gsm
• Product Management
• Program Management
• Testing
• Bss
• User Acceptance Testing
• Integration
• Telecommunications
• Embedded Systems
• Wimax
• Management
• Mobile Communications
• Pmp
• Mobile Devices
• 3g
• Project Management
• Handsets
• User Experience
• Code Division Multiple Access Method (Cdma)