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Majed Karam Kassem

Majed Karam Kassem

JEDDAH,ElMarwah

Summary

A seasoned ICT Professional with 25+ years of rich experience in next-generation projects management, and network roll-out/ engineering ,Senior Integration & Operations engineer initiatives across the telecom sector.

Expertise in Pre-sales & Business Development Support through Account Mining, Study & Analysis of RFI/RFP, Solution Design, Estimation & Proposal Development, Proof of Concept Presentation , Technical Negotiation & Gap Resolution. Skilled at building and maintaining relationships with clients, vendors and team members.

  • PMI certifications: Project Management Professional ((PMP)® Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) ®.
  • Senior Sales Engineer Projects & key account Have very Negotiation, Persuading & influencing Skills
  • Ericsson Certified Senior Integration Engineer . Strong technical experience in GSM/LTE-A/NR (5G) communication systems algorithms and standards.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Assistant Project Manager

Ericsson AB
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
11.2022 - Current

For MOBILY Operator on Network Modernization project

  • Managing projects with total service amount of SAR 4 m Established project for integration process and troubleshoot issues during rollout of new BSC EVO 8230 and software upgrades. Managing multinational hybrid team in perfect way across several time zones which reflected to good cost efficiency. Coordinate preparation of Python scripts for BSC parameters and SMXB Configuration, Manage collaboration with MPLS & Core teams to ensure rigorous testing of interface redundancy and network call tests. Monitor Managed Service (MS) engagements to expedite Post-Acceptance Test (PAT), ensuring comprehensive report completion for project handover. Organize rehoming of pilot sites and validate optimization process, confirming stability of all (KPIs). Outstanding Customer Project Evaluation CPE) for project quality and communication.

Senior 2nd Level Operations manager

Ericsson AB
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
09.2018 - 11.2022

For MS-BO RAN Engineer with (STC operator).

  • Lead coordination and management of mobile operations across 2,3, 4, and 5G networks, focusing on site integration and RNC BSC software upgrade.Demonstrated capability to meet rigorous deadlines in high-velocity environment, Ensuring project deliverables are completed on time. Proactively acquire new competencies relevant to project management and apply these skills to enhance operational efficiency and team productivity. Oversee prompt resolution of Trouble Tickets (TT), adhering to Service Level Agreements (SLA) and minimizing downtime. Craft and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including methods of procedure (MOPs), reports, and official communications, to facilitate seamless project execution. Develop and implement Python scripts and tools for continuous improvement of performance audits and reporting processes within Radio Access Network (RAN) environment.

Senior Integration Engineer, Project Manager.

Ericsson AB
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
01.2016 - 09.2018
  • Managing scope with total service amount of SAR 3 m+ on SBS (Software Based Subscription) for (STC) Software Upgrades & New features. Establish project plan baseline: define project scope Improved Project Margin and working capital by following closely on project milestones. Monitor projects critical path and constant Risk assessment to ensure successful completion. Managing projects, starting execution till acceptance, Selecting & leading project team & issuing weekly reports. Plans and monitor all activities for Implementing new features on (RNC's, BSC's ,RBS) Managed over 5000 Nodes check KPI after each parameter adjustments. Drive project execution by track project activities, Monitor and handle changes, manage customer relationship building confidence and trust.

Senior Integration Engineer

Ericsson AB
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
11.2011 - 01.2016
  • On Projects STC & MOBILY operator, for Expansions & BSC's relocation with SW upgrade & NWI integration using Citrix tool .Configurations for LAN switch Extreme Summit48Si as BSC LAN Switch Configuration of over IP, Abis over IP, Gb over IP. Support & Integration for new Radio Network Controller BSC EVO 8200.

Back Office Engineer

Ericsson AB
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
11.2006 - 11.2011
  • Managed Services with ( MOBILY operator)BSC Software Upgrade / Patch as per Customer Request, Network performance (Statistics analysis in order to detect problem) Configuration & troubleshoot for new switches and routers Test and support of new RBS 6000 integration.

Senior Sales Engineer

SAUDI ERICSSON Communication Company Ltd.(JAFFALII
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
09.2003 - 11.2006
  • Projects & key account Preparing technical offers and tenders with BOQ pricing. Successfully achieved annual targets. Liaise with vendors, suppliers & end users. offers are based on Saudi Ericsson product portfolio (MD110, BP250, Paging, and Mini Link). Calculate prices for different customers, Marketing library Post sales, with network design and with cost calculations during tender process. Develop and execute comprehensive sales. Strategy to achieve revenue and growth targets in telecommunications sector. Lead by example in demonstrating effective sales techniques, negotiation strategies, and closing deals. Successfully achieved annual targets Liaise with vendors.

Technical Supervisor

EXi Communication Company
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
02.2000 - 09.2003
  • Worked in Lebanon Jordan & Saudi Arabia Very well understanding of ERICSSON Switches System BYB501, MSU, RSU, for GSM System BSC, MSC, GWMSC, SWAP, and Configuration for Mini- Link and RBS , Extensive knowledge of SDH/PDH (DXC, MATRIX Type2 and 5, AXD 620, 2500), & DXX (Tellabs) .

Team Leader Supervisor BSC / BTS

INTELTEC Communication Company Ltd
Beirut, Lebanon
08.1995 - 03.2000
  • Team Leader GSM Operator SPACETEL 94. Leading team of 10 engineers for maintenance and operation of GSM Network projects

Switches Supervisor

ERICSSON
Beirut, Lebanon
01.1994 - 03.1995
  • For AXD PSTN switches System BYB202, MSU, and RSU GSM System BSC, MSC, GWMSC, SWAP, such as: BTS Installation of RBS 2000, Installation for Transmission (SDH/PDH), Mini-link. Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.

Supervisor

Siemens
Beirut, Lebanon
01.1993 - 03.1994
  • Concerning installation of switches System EWSD PSTN & GSM switches, BSC, MSC system.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - TS3 Electronics and telecommunications

Centre International Techniques (CIT)
Beirut
09.1992 - 09.1995

Skills

  • Project Management Skills
  • Consultative Selling Skills
  • Customer and Market Insight
  • Leading & supervising
  • Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)
  • Negotiation, Persuading & influencing Skills
  • Accomplished manager

Additional Information

CERTIFICATIONS :

PMI certifications ( PMP Number: 3263466) PMI, Agile Certified Practitioner(PMI- ACP )® : 3272096, Digital Transformation (Certificate code: 3588318), Introduction to Cyber Security (Certificate code: 3590758), Six Sigma Yellow Belt- code -862402

Corporate Sales Fundamentals: code -603873, Marketing Research Fundamentals :code -603688, Digital Marketing Fundamentals: code -608291, Marketing Strategy Fundamentals: code -606010

Training on 2G 3G 4G & 5G & Training on IP Routing Quality of Service and MPLS:

2021: 1-Robotics Process Automation/Automation Everywhere.2- 5G RAN Update.3-Python Fundamentals. 4-Python: The Basics, 2020: 1- ENM Architecture.2-ENM Overview. 3-G/5G Split RAN Architecture. 4-5G RAN NR Air Interface., 2019: 1-Ericsson 5G Standardization. 2-Ericsson 5G RAN NR Air Learning Services. 3-Ericsson 5G Core Concepts Introduction, 2018: 1-Ericsson LTE Foundation for 5G. 2-Ericsson Improvement Management for Leaders, 2016: 1-Ericsson Presentation & Communication Skills. 2-Ericsson Radio Access Networks Associate, 2015: 1-Ericsson WCDMA EVO Controller Configuration and Operation, 2013: 1-Ericsson GSM BSS EVO Controller 8200/BSC Operation and Configuration, 2012: 1- IP Quality of Service and MPLS , 2- IP Routing Overview ,3- IP Networking and Internetworking,, 4- IP Multicast Fundamentals , 5- IP Fundamentals, 6 - IS-IS Fundamentals ,7- OSPF Fundamentals .8- BGP Overview , 2011: 1-Ericsson LTE/SAE syst. Overview. 2-Ericsson IP Fundamentals .3-Ericsson IP Routing

Technical Synopsis Broad and in depth extensive experience and knowledge in:

· Wireless - GSM, GPRS, UMTS, WAP, WI-FI, SMS, Radio

· Programming - Excel Macro, JAVA, C++, visual basic, HTML, SQl

· Operating system - UNIX, LINUX, DOS, WINDOWS NT, WINDOWS 95/98

Languages

Arabic
Native language
French
Advanced
C1
English
Master or proficient
C2

Work Availability

monday
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morning
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Timeline

Assistant Project Manager

Ericsson AB
11.2022 - Current

Senior 2nd Level Operations manager

Ericsson AB
09.2018 - 11.2022

Senior Integration Engineer, Project Manager.

Ericsson AB
01.2016 - 09.2018

Senior Integration Engineer

Ericsson AB
11.2011 - 01.2016

Back Office Engineer

Ericsson AB
11.2006 - 11.2011

Senior Sales Engineer

SAUDI ERICSSON Communication Company Ltd.(JAFFALII
09.2003 - 11.2006

Technical Supervisor

EXi Communication Company
02.2000 - 09.2003

Team Leader Supervisor BSC / BTS

INTELTEC Communication Company Ltd
08.1995 - 03.2000

Switches Supervisor

ERICSSON
01.1994 - 03.1995

Supervisor

Siemens
01.1993 - 03.1994

Diploma of Higher Education - TS3 Electronics and telecommunications

Centre International Techniques (CIT)
09.1992 - 09.1995
Majed Karam Kassem