JAVED AFZAL

• Huawei/Ericsson NPM LTE/3G Optimization Lead for South region of LLA Panama Market, driving network optimization strategies.
• Developed smart automation models using Macro and Python to streamline repetitive tasks.
• Created a one-click GPL Audit Output Module, enhancing efficiency in audits and parameter checks.
• Compiled and delivered weekly network LTE/3G reports on key KPIs: Availability, Accessibility, Retainability, and Integrity.
• Monitored and managed Total LTE/3G Worst Cells, including identifying and analyzing new and chronic cases.
• Led in-depth analysis and actionable improvement plans for LTE/3G Worst Cell List (WCL) cells.
• Conducted customer discussions, providing data-driven insights and proposals for LTE/3G network improvement.
• Maintained comprehensive records of all Worst Cell improvement actions and progress.
• Implemented global strategies for network enhancement, boosting overall performance.
• Performed GPL audits to identify network discrepancies and proposed rectifications.
• Designed Idle and Connected Mode strategies to achieve deeper network insights and performance gains.
• Led trials to shift L700 traffic to mid and higher bands through parameter tuning.
• Executed Carrier Aggregation audits and recommended plans to improve spectral efficiency.
• Audited MIMO performance to resolve Higher Rank sample and hardware mismatch issues.
• Conducted Azimuth, Height, and RET audits for collocated cells, balancing coverage by correcting two-leg (4T4R) RET values.
• Enhanced Load Balancing Strategy to reduce congestion, improving user experience by boosting throughput and accessibility.

• Analyzed and mitigated network interference through parameter tuning of highly affected cells.
• Conducted detailed coverage analysis, resolving overshooting cells using Google Earth with TA Metrics and MR data on True Call platform.

• Led a team of 10 engineers for Bahrain STC Rollout and FDD Massive MIMO deployment and responsible to assure the RFC and Network /Cyber security compliances.
• 3G/LTE FDD Massive MIMO Sites owner for Optimization and KPI acceptance.
• Scripting for Iraq Zain E// to Huawei Swap project by using Parameters Mapping.
• Audited and optimized LTE and 3G networks both pre- and post-launch, focusing on Huawei- specific KPIs like RRC Setup Success Rate, RAB Establishment Success Rate, Handover Setup Success Rate, and Call Completion Rate (CCR). Identified and resolved issues related to these parameters, ensuring optimal network performance during critical stages of deployment.
• Monitored daily KPIs for LTE and 3G networks, using Huawei tools to track critical performance indicators such as Call Drop Rate (CDR), Radio Resource Control (RRC), Radio Access Bearer (RAB), Handover Success Rate (HOSR), and Throughput. Ensured consistent network performance across Accessibility, Retainability, and Integrity metrics.
• Conducted parameter audits on Idle and Connected Modes, analysing key settings such as Cell Selection/Reselection parameters (qRxLevMin, sIntraSearch, sNonIntraSearch) to enhance coverage and minimize accessibility failures. Fine-tuned Inter-RAT and Intra-RAT handover thresholds to improve mobility between LTE, 3G, and 2G layers.
• Performed in-depth Worst Cell analysis, identifying underperforming cells by analysing KPIs such as high drop rates, low throughput, and handover failures. Proposed and implemented solutions including parameter tuning, load balancing, and antenna tilt adjustments to rectify performance issues.
• Executed detailed drive test (DT) analysis using Huawei’s Genex Probe and Genex Assistant for real-time performance assessment. Identified weak signal areas, interference zones, and handover failures, leading to targeted optimization through physical redesigns (antenna adjustments, azimuth, tilt) and parameter adjustments.
• Optimized site designs based on drive test data by implementing changes to Antenna Azimuth, Electrical Tilt (RET), and Mechanical Tilt to improve network quality, coverage, and user experience.
• Utilized Huawei’s U2020 and SmartCare Discovery tools to analyse, troubleshoot, and optimize KPIs, continuously improving network performance with a proactive approach to resolving chronic issues in worst-performing cells. Led the development and formation of a dedicated team to streamline the Site Design approval process.
• Spearheaded efforts to create a comprehensive Site Approval form by systematically extracting and analysing data from various sources, including Board/Antenna Inventory, High- Level Design (HLD), Low-Level Design (LLD), Technical Site Survey Report (TSSR), and Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) information.
• Coordinated cross-functional collaboration between different teams and departments to ensure accuracy and efficiency in data handling and analysis for site approvals.

Integrated the data from multiple sources to provide a unified and accurate representation of site design specifications, ensuring the approval process was efficient and met all technical requirements.
• Established a process for consistent and reliable data extraction, analysis, and reporting to reduce delays and improve overall project timelines.
• Trained team members on advanced techniques for analyzing design documents and inventory systems, fostering a highly competent and collaborative environment.
• Ensured the site approval form complied with both internal guidelines and customer requirements, improving the overall transparency and effectiveness of site planning and execution. Managed a network change record for 15 engineers and resolved hardware issues post-integration.

• Issue rectification by drive test post analysis, parameter tuning, resolving hardware issues, interference scanning, frequency retuning, missing neighbor addition etc. in 2G, 3G and LTE.
• Hands on experience on post processing of 2G,3G and LTE Drive Test for fault finding (improper N‑cells, degraded RX Quality and SQI, Handover Failures, Interference, Faulty TRX Testing, EDGE/GPRS testing, trial )
• Hands on experience on post processing of 3G Drive Test for fault finding (Weak RSCP patches, Bad Ec/No patches, Pilot Pollution, physical redesigns, Cluster benchmarking reports and different parametric redesign proposals)
• Hands on experience on post processing of Volte Clusters.
• Hands on experience on Actix Analyzer and Tems Discovery MapInfo Professional for post processing of 2G and 3G log files.
• Responsible for coverage/quality optimization–Rx Level, RSCP, RSRP and Rx Quality, Ec/No, RSRQ and SINR optimization to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Performing hard optimization of assigned clusters to achieve good coverage, quality and less pilot pollution for assigned clusters.
• Performing neighbor optimization to reduce SHO overhead and to reduce number of drops due to neighbor discrepancies.
• Radio Optimization and recommendation of Physical Redesign, HBA, Neighbors Addition and Deletion on the Basis of Different Mode DT Analyses.
• Worst cell analyses
• CS and PS Clusters of 3G and 4G Benchmarking of Etisalat and DU Analyses and improvement Representation.
• Indoor Cell Spillage analyses
• Indoor walk test Quality and Coverage analyses and Reporting

• Drive Testing and Single Site Verification of Newly integrated 3G site
• Post‑processing of UMTS data to determine optimal site operation and functionality.
• Overlay drop call pinpoints with propagation analysis from UMTS design.
• Preparation of site database for newly integrated sites this includes Scrambling Code Planning, Neighbor Planning.
• Perform RNC parameter audit, and provide recommendations for optimization of Intra‑freq HO, Inter‑freq HO, Inter‑RAT HO, Missing Neighbors, Cell Selection/Reselection parameters.
• Monitoring and maintaining various KPI’s for 3G to desired thresholds as set by the Customer.
• Provide cluster analysis for R99, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+ tests.
• Identify and optimize cluster areas for various issues such as invalid scrambling codes, dropped calls, pilot pollution, handover issues, poor coverage patches, overshooting of cells.
• Responsible for testing of new features for DC HSDPA and acceptance tests for various types of NodeB’s/RNC.
• Performing detailed physical site audit for UMTS sites.
• Recommend antenna changes, antenna height, tilt and azimuth changes, and sector additions.
• Planning of temporary sites during events, concerts or any other special occasions based on the coverage area and load management.
• Recommending coverage improvement plans using TMA and related parameter settings.
• Responsible for coverage/quality optimization–RSCP and Ec/No optimization to ensure customer satisfaction. Performing and conducting site verifications and drive tests on a regular basis for UMTS network using Tems16 and Genex Prob drive test tool.
• Post processing of 3G drive test log files for identification of various network problems and providing solutions for the same.
• Site survey, survey co‑ordination and Nominal planning of UMTS network.
• Customer complaints and SSV of newly integrated sites

• Conducting Single Site Verification (SSV) test for 2G / 3G network using Huawei's Genex Probe version 3.5 and TEMS 14.6.1
• Coverage test in lock, idle/normal and dedicated mode.
• Test to check the accessibility and retainability of 3G network for the analyses of CSSR and CDR
• Indoor CS and PS testing for Corporate customer
• Soft and IRAT handover verification test
• FTP testing for R99,HSDPA and HSPA+ to check the Throughput and CQI value
• logfiles analysis for troubleshooting and optimization using Genex Assistant version 3.5
• Attending to customer's complaints and solve their issues to achieve full customer satisfaction
• Monitor and analyze daily statistics to meet and improve client's network KPI
• Troubleshoot dropped calls, low RSCP and Ec/Io issues to ensure good speech quality to meet customer 's KPI's
• Generate SSV reports for customer's new integrated sites and Analysis