Sundarapandian Ravindran

About Sundarapandian Ravindran

As a Principal Program Manager at VIAVI Solutions, my focus is on advancing Nitro AIOps, an AI-driven platform transforming network operations. With over 22 years of experience in the telecom industry, including 17 years at Ericsson, I bring expertise in capacity planning, PMO functions, and defining requirements to drive operational efficiency and innovation. My mission is to leverage automation and predictive analytics to navigate the complexities of 5G and beyond. By fostering collaboration and purpose-driven leadership, my goal is to enable high-performing teams to deliver impactful solutions that align with strategic objectives and empower operators to achieve their goals.

Experience

1. Principal Program Manager

   VIAVI Solutions

   Jan 2026 — Present

   At VIAVI Solutions, I am excited to contribute to Nitro AIOps, an innovative AI-driven platform that is transforming network operations. With over 22 years in the telecom industry, including 17 years at Ericsson, I have honed my skills in leading large-scale programs and fostering high-performing teams. My focus is on leveraging automation and predictive analytics to help operators navigate the complexities of 5G and beyond, while maintaining a commitment to purpose-driven leadership and collaboration.

Education

• Mepco Schlenk Engineering College

  BE, EEE

  1999 — 2003

Skills

• Prepaid
• Functional Verification
• 3gpp
• Intelligent Networks
• Test Planning
• Agile Methodologies
• Gps
• Testing
• Ss7
• Telecommunications
• Requirements Analysis
• Signaling System 7 (Ss7)
• Project Planning
• Project Management
• Test Automation
• Sdlc
• Software Quality
• Unix
• Project Coordination
• Software Development Life Cycle (Sdlc)
• Gsm
• Gprs
• Agile
• Billing Systems
• Clearcase
• System Testing
• Ttcn-3
• Test Management
• Charging
• Scrum
• Linux