Ramananda Pathy

About Ramananda Pathy

I’m a Lead Engineer (Senior) with 10+ years in wireless modem engineering—spanning 5G NR SA/NSA (Sub‑6 & mmWave), LTE, UMTS, and GSM. I specialize in UE‑side validation, modem integration, and protocol stack development (NAS/UTA/MM), and I use AI‑assisted log analysis to accelerate RCA and boost defect detection accuracy. I thrive at the intersection of deep protocol expertise and practical delivery, ensuring 3GPP‑aligned, high‑quality releases across multiple product lines.What I’m great at5G/LTE Modem Validation & Integration: EN‑DC/NR‑DC, mobility/interoperability, throughput & stability, hybrid (automation + manual + AI) validation.AI‑Driven Debugging: Applying AI tools to summarize QXDM traces, classify failure signatures, and cut triage cycles.Protocol Engineering: RRC/NAS signaling analysis, UTA/MM enhancements, standards interpretation (2G–5G).Leadership & Delivery: Running the team operating rhythm, setting KPIs, mentoring engineers, and driving go/no‑go decisions with crisp, KPI‑backed narratives.A few wins I’m proud ofReduced RCA cycle time and improved defect detection by rolling out AI‑augmented log‑analysis workflows.Strengthened quality gates (entry/exit criteria) to lower regression escapes and improve release predictability.Streamlined lab workflows and reporting, shortening validation cycles and enhancing cross‑team collaboration.Tooling I work withQXDM/QCAT/QTRACE, Keysight UXM, TBS/Wildcat, Perforce (P4), Git, Python (validation support), LAF, Linux/Unix, GDB, Klocwork, Bullseye, Beyond Compare, Source Insight, JIRA/Confluence, plus internal AI‑debugging and CI tools.How I operateData‑driven, hands‑on, and collaborative. I translate field/test learnings into actionable requirements, mentor teams to raise the bar, and keep execution tight—from planning → execution → review—to deliver robust, production‑ready solutions.Let’s connectI’m open to conversations around wireless modem engineering, AI in validation & debugging, and technical leadership opportunities.

Experience

1. Lead Engineer Senior

   高通

   Dec 2023 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

   Lead UE‑side validation across 5G NR SA/NSA (Sub‑6 & mmWave, EN‑DC/NR‑DC) and LTE; design coverage, define criteria, and ensure 3GPP‑aligned behavior across builds.Own sanity, repro, and protocol‑layer RCA, leveraging AI‑assisted log analysis (QXDM + internal AI tools) to accelerate defect identification and improve investigation accuracy.Drive modem image integration (builds, validation, P4 configuration)Collaborate with automation on requirements and validation; improve scenario validations, parser gap identification, and rule accuracy refinements.Execute hybrid validation (automation + manual + AI insights) Own the team operating rhythm, run stand‑ups, risk reviews, retros, and KPI governance for continuous quarterly improvement.Allocate and prioritize work to the team; balance regression triage, feature validation, and release‑gate milestones; ensure clear ownership and timely delivery.Mentor engineers on test design, debugging methodology, and AI‑augmented log storytelling; reduce ramp‑up time via structured onboarding frameworks.Lead cross‑functional decision forums (go/no‑go, triage, change control) and daily SCRUMs; clarify requirements, answer queries, and track pending actions.Establish best practices for sanity coverage, log capture quality, and RCA documentation; uplift test maturity and artifact reliability.Continuously improve lab workflows and tool UX, reducing validation cycle time and improving reproducibility.Influence roadmap and scope by translating test/field learnings into requirements, risk assessments, and design feedback.Provide impactful mentorship - feature bring‑up, cross‑site debug, escalations.Represent the team in executive updates with concise KPIs, risk narratives, and mitigation strategies; strengthen stakeholder confidence in release readiness.Lead cross‑functional initiatives that enhance product performance and streamline workflows, improving efficiency and time‑to‑market.

Education

• Sri Aurobindo center of integral education

  High School, NA

  2007 — 2008

• Biju Patnaik University, Odisha

  Bachelor's Degree, Electronics and Communications Engineering

  2010 — 2014

Skills

• Mysql
• Core Java
• Git
• Protocol
• 3gpp
• Microcontrollers
• Lte
• C++
• Html
• Software Development
• C
• Linux System Programming
• Sdl
• Microsoft Word
• Rrc
• Protocol Development
• Microsoft Excel
• Layer 3
• Unix System Programming
• 2g
• Umts
• 3g
• Networking
• Gsm
• Protocol Stack
• Java
• L2/L3 Protocols
• Sql
• Linux
• 4g
• Gsm/Gprs/Umts Protocol Stack
• Start Ups
• Microsoft Office
• 3gpp Specs
• Debugging
• Data Structures
• Protocol Stacks