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Mukesh Doppalapudi

Hyderabad

Summary

A telecom professional with 28 years of experience across multiple domains, including RF (Radio Frequency), Transmission, and Enterprise Business. Proven track record in managing complex telecom projects, from antenna research and development to large-scale network planning and deployment. Experienced in leading teams, managing budgets, securing governmental approvals, and handling critical fiber and microwave operations. Adept at optimizing transmission bandwidth and handling enterprise-level business for telecom services.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

DGM Transmission Planning and Operations

Vodafone
01.2008 - 01.2020
  • Ensured optimal transmission bandwidth to meet enterprise and cell site demands, balancing new bandwidths with existing network capabilities
  • Coordinated with central planning teams for new fiber rollouts and maintained overall fiber and MW operations, ensuring uninterrupted service
  • Played a key role in improving the quality and efficiency of network resources and delivery to enterprise customers

Senior Manager RF-Planning

Vodafone
01.2008 - 01.2020
  • Led new cell site planning based on sales and marketing requirements, ensuring timely and cost-effective site development
  • Managed budget approvals for proposed sites and coordinated with government officials to obtain necessary clearances for each site
  • Issued capacity enhancement plans by analyzing day-to-day traffic patterns, optimizing network performance, and increasing customer satisfaction
  • Oversaw enterprise customer business for four years, handling last mile fiber planning and deployment to deliver high-quality bandwidth to end customers
  • Spearheaded circle-level fiber and microwave (MW) operations, ensuring 99% uptime for critical infrastructure and achieving exceptional service reliability

Manager – Greenfield Project Deployment

R-Com
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • Managed greenfield cell site RF and MW planning, playing a key role in expanding the network and ensuring coverage and performance
  • Led site surveys, identified ideal locations, and oversaw the deployment process to ensure network expansion aligned with company goals

Officer – Drive Test

Tata Cellular / Idea Cellular
01.1999 - 01.2004
  • Conducted detailed drive tests using specialized tools to assess cellular coverage and quality, identifying network issues and optimizing performance
  • Supported the planning team with insights from drive tests to pinpoint new site locations, enhancing network expansion

Technician, Antenna R&D Division

ARM Ltd.
01.1992 - 01.1999
  • Worked in the Antenna Research and Development division, tuning VHF, UHF, and microwave antennas to meet technical specifications using network and spectrum analyzers
  • Coordinated with TEC/DOT officials to secure field approvals for new antennas, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards

Education

Diploma - Electronics and Communication Engineering

JNTU

Skills

  • RF Planning & Optimization
  • Transmission Network Design
  • Microwave Planning & Deployment
  • Fiber Rollouts & Fiber Optics
  • Drive Testing & Coverage Optimization
  • Enterprise Network Solutions
  • Project Management
  • Regulatory Compliance & Approvals
  • Team Leadership & Coordination
  • Budget Management

Timeline

DGM Transmission Planning and Operations

Vodafone
01.2008 - 01.2020

Senior Manager RF-Planning

Vodafone
01.2008 - 01.2020

Manager – Greenfield Project Deployment

R-Com
01.2004 - 01.2008

Officer – Drive Test

Tata Cellular / Idea Cellular
01.1999 - 01.2004

Technician, Antenna R&D Division

ARM Ltd.
01.1992 - 01.1999

Diploma - Electronics and Communication Engineering

JNTU

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