Santhosh Kumar

About Santhosh Kumar

Visionary telecom professional with over 18 years of leadership experience in wireless…

Experience

1. Lead 5g & 4g Ai-driven Network Optimization and Automation

   Reliance Industries Limited

   Sep 2015 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Led Strategic 5G Network Design: Played a pivotal role in the strategic finalization and planning for Jio’s 5G network deployment, working closely with global technology leaders (Qualcomm, Ericsson, Nokia) to design cutting-edge solutions for high-capacity, ultra-low latency 5G architecture.5G Spectrum Purchase Strategy: Led the formulation and execution of Jio’s 5G spectrum acquisition strategy, negotiating with regulators and industry bodies to secure optimal spectrum for both urban and rural areas, ensuring a competitive edge in 5G rollout.AI/ML-Driven Network Optimization: Implemented AI and ML-based predictive analytics to optimize 5G network performance in real-time, improving QoS and reducing operational costs by 45%. Applied machine learning algorithms for dynamic network management, ensuring maximum network availability and efficiency.First-Ever VoNR Implementation: Directed the successful launch of the first-ever Voice over New Radio (VoNR) network, enabling seamless voice services over Jio’s 5G network, setting a global standard for 5G voice quality.World’s Largest 5G GB Factory: Collaborated with Qualcomm, Ericsson, and Nokia to establish the world’s largest 5G smart factory, driving innovation in hardware-software integration, which significantly boosted network speeds and performance across India.Collaboration with Industry Leaders: Spearheaded strategic alliances with Qualcomm, Ericsson, and Nokia to finalize 5G technology and design, ensuring Jio stayed ahead of market trends and cementing its position as a global leader in 5G.Next-Generation Automation and Optimization: Drove the development of advanced AI-powered automation tools to streamline 4G/5G network performance, successfully reducing downtime and improving service quality.6G Forum Participation: Participated in global 6G forums, contributing to NGN architecture discussions and driving the development of future-proof technologies for ultra-fast, ultra-low latency connectivity

Education

• Mookambikai College of Engineering

  B.Tech; B.E, Electronics/Telecomunication

  1993

Skills

• Gsm
• Performance Management
• Evdo
• 3g
• Wireless
• 2g
• Technical Expert on Cdma Evdo Lte Technology -Ran
• Rf Planning of Cdma Evdo Lte
• Telecommunications
• Project Planning
• Gprs
• Cdma
• Wcdma
• Transmission
• Bss
• Lte
• Umts
• Rf
• 4g
• Edge
• Hspa
• Ip
• Vas
• Voip