Muhammad Ayaz Khan
Network Design & Solution Expert
Islamabad
Summary
Seasoned telecommunications professional with 17+ years of experience in RF engineering across 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G networks. Expertise in rollout, modernization (swap), planning, optimization, and pre-sales. Proficient in leveraging AI/ML-based tools, digitization, and high-capacity solutions to enhance network performance while minimizing OPEX costs. Adept at providing data-driven network insights to telecom operators and advocating strategic optimizations to drive revenue growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Network Design & Solution Manager
Nokia Technology & Solutions
11.2022 - Current
- Provided C-level presentations with crowd-sourced network performance insights and actionable recommendations
- Led workshops promoting Nokia's 5G solutions, including Massive MIMO, Beamforming, and MU-MIMO
- Guided customers in trial phases of Nokia’s High-Capacity solutions (Penta-beam, Hexa-beam)
- Conducted LTE and 5G performance feature workshops to enhance adoption
- Supported solution managers with NPO-related topics and technical queries
- Executed network dimensioning studies, optimizing LTE and 5G performance
- Contributed to RFP processes, including NPO clauses, KPI commitments, and resource dimensioning
- Presented AI/ML-based SON and MDT-based GeoSynthesis tools to showcase Nokia's cutting-edge capabilities
- Delivered network capacity studies and strategic recommendations for futureproofing
- Advised CSPs on OPEX and CAPEX optimization through TCO-driven solutions
- Conducted a comprehensive network consolidation study for two major Operators, including a detailed analysis of coverage and capacity challenges, and delivered a final consolidated solution addressing key network optimization requirements
- Conducted thorough sunset studies for 3G and 2G technologies, assessing their impact on network performance and user experience, and provided detailed recommendations along with a strategic roadmap for transitioning to newer technologies
5G NPO Lead
Nokia
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Led 5G rollout, optimization efforts, troubleshooting KPI degradations and investigating peak downlink throughput improvements
- Standardized and developed 5G dashboards, implemented and evaluated new ENDC parameters and features, and conducted capacity studies, offering performance enhancement recommendations
- Managed critical VIP complaints and resolved severe network issues
NPO Lead
Nokia
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Successfully implemented and optimized the 4T6S capacity solution, achieving near-theoretical capacity gains by addressing real-world constraints on the sites and enhancing the user experience
SME for LTE & 3G
Nokia
06.2018 - 03.2021
- Executed high-level network performance assessments, spearheaded feature trials for optimization, resolved critical VIP issues, ensured network readiness for special events, and led power-saving feature trials to enhance efficiency and performance
5G NPO Expert
Nokia
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Successfully led the end-to-end planning and optimization of 5G test sites, standardizing and implementing ENDC features for trial phases, optimizing NR-78 TDD 100 MHz for peak downlink throughput, and achieving 2.2 Gbps downlink speed in NSA ENDC 3X within the project timeline
5G NPO Expert
Nokia
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Designed and optimized 5G test sites for peak performance, standardized ENDC parameters, fine-tuned NR-78 TDD 100 MHz configurations, and successfully completed trials, achieving 1.6 Gbps DL speed in NSA ENDC 3X
3G & LTE Optimization Engineer
Nokia
01.2016 - 06.2018
- Successfully led the complete swap of the ZTE network across three provinces in Iran, achieving significant improvements in all 2G, 3G, and LTE KPIs
- Played a pivotal role from project initiation, including counter and KPI definition, solution and parameter mapping, and audits, through to execution—ensuring seamless site swaps, KPI compliance, and site/cluster acceptance
2G/3G/Small Cells Optimization Engineer
Alcatel-Lucent
01.2011 - 12.2015
- Spearheaded the optimization of 3G, 2G, and Small Cells, ensuring KPI compliance through advanced network QoS monitoring, drive test analysis, and performance assessments while enhancing coverage and capacity in a multi-vendor environment
Technical Project Manager
Alcatel-Lucent
01.2006 - 12.2010
- As a Technical Manager, I was responsible for overseeing and ensuring the timely resolution of Level-3 and higher RAN hardware/software-related trouble tickets raised by customers, strictly adhering to SLA commitments
- In this role, I managed a highly skilled technical team, available 24/7, to address and resolve critical Level-3 cases efficiently
Education
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
University of Engineering & Technology , AJK
01.2001 - 01.2005
Skills
- NCS (3G/LTE/5G)
- Python
- Power PBI
- MapInfo Professional 90 (MCOM Tool & TRF Tool)
- Solution design
- Problem-solving
Training
- RF Optimization of Light Radio (FEMTO) 3G & LTE, Villarceaux, France
- RRH Optimization, Bell Labs, China
- 5G On-the-Job Training, Finland
Hobbies
I am leveraging Python to achieve both personal and professional goals, utilizing its versatility to develop solutions for various projects, enhance productivity, and streamline workflows. This includes automating tasks, optimizing processes, and creating custom applications to address specific needs across different domains.
Timeline
Network Design & Solution Manager
Nokia Technology & Solutions
11.2022 - Current
5G NPO Lead
Nokia
03.2021 - 11.2022
NPO Lead
Nokia
02.2021 - 03.2021
5G NPO Expert
Nokia
11.2020 - 01.2021
5G NPO Expert
Nokia
11.2019 - 03.2020
SME for LTE & 3G
Nokia
06.2018 - 03.2021
3G & LTE Optimization Engineer
Nokia
01.2016 - 06.2018
2G/3G/Small Cells Optimization Engineer
Alcatel-Lucent
01.2011 - 12.2015
Technical Project Manager
Alcatel-Lucent
01.2006 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
University of Engineering & Technology , AJK
01.2001 - 01.2005
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