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Armin Ebadi Shahrivar

4G/5G Technical Director

Armin Ebadi Shahrivar
43 years old
Tehran Iran
Professional Status
Employed
Available
About Me
Telecom expert with 17+ years of experience delivering high-performance 2G–5G networks across EMEA. Specialized in AI-driven RAN optimization, SON automation, and multi-vendor environments (Huawei, Ericsson, ZTE). Proven leader in 5G integration, KPI uplift, and cross-functional team management. Fluent in Python, SQL, and network analytics tools.
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Experiences
  • Lead nationwide optimization for 3,000+ 2G/3G/4G/5G sites, including 100+ 5G NR nodes, across 8 provinces.
  • Manage a team of 80+ engineers, TLs, and consultants focused on KPI improvement and SLA delivery.
  • Oversaw Iran’s first 5G NSA/SA multi-vendor pilot (Huawei LTE + Ericsson NR) with successful rollout.
  • Implemented mobility, coverage, and spectrum optimization strategies using AI-powered analytics.
  • Built Python-based dashboards for proactive fault detection and performance monitoring.
  • Directed a team of 15 engineers across 6 provinces and 3,000+ eNBs; owned LTE SLA metrics and nationwide KPI delivery.
  • Conducted live feature trials and parameter roll-outs, including: MLB, CSFB, MBOCS, CA strategy tuning.
    Orchestrated VoLTE optimization for SRVCC, ROHC, QCI1/5 and mobility performance (HOSR ↑ by 12%).
  • Acted as Huawei’s representative in CTO-level strategy meetings with MTN.
  • Led a national Huawei LTE optimization initiative, covering 1,300+ new and modernized sites across the MTN-Irancell network.
  • Oversaw the full PAT/FAT acceptance lifecycle, including KPI pre-checks, parameter tuning, and optimization sign-off.
  • Designed and executed multi-band PCI/PRACH planning strategies across LTE1800, LTE2600, and refarmed U2100 bands.
  • Supervised regional optimization teams, managing rollout and acceptance in high-density urban and rural coverage zones.
  • Engaged in early-stage parameterization and optimization of dual-layer LTE networks; improved throughput and coverage KPIs.
  • Coordinated with Huawei R&D and GTAC teams to trial and enable new LTE features (e.g., TTI bundling, ROHC, LDR control).
  • Delivered customized KQI monitoring and churn-prediction dashboards using Huawei SmartCare & SQL queries.
  • Led probe integrations (Astellia/SGI) and feature validation (Voice/SMS/Web KPIs, xDR verification).
  • Aligned EP parameters, mapping Ericsson KPIs to ZTE counters and adjusting neighbor relations post-swap.
  • Oversaw the Ericsson-to-ZTE swap for Yazd Province, focusing on seamless cutover, drive test validation, and KPI stability.
  • Trained subcontractors on ZTE OSS and KPI reporting tools.
  • Directed RF optimization strategy across nationwide LTE/WiMAX hybrid networks with Huawei, Samsung, and ZTE equipment.
  • Delivered >20% efficiency improvement through parameter audits, KPI-based tuning, and interference reduction strategies.
    Designed interactive dashboards to report real-time sector health, coverage footprints, and daily SLA adherence.
  • Implemented capacity planning & congestion mitigation strategies in high-traffic areas, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Acted as project lead for multiple vendor swap and feature trial programs, coordinating lab and live validations.
  • Led WiMAX RF planning and pre-optimization for Mobinnet’s Phase-1 deployment, managing 500+ Huawei and ZTE base stations.
  • Executed link budget analyses and traffic planning for Turkey’s Eastern provinces during Turk Telecom WiMAX project.
  • Conducted CW measurements, model tuning, and coverage prediction using Atoll and ICS Telecom.
  • Managed TSSR, SARF, and RVT documentation for RF teams and supervised vendor compliance.
  • Optimized performance of 600+ Siemens and Alcatel 2G/3G sites using TEMS, ACTIX, and BSS parameter tuning.
  • Delivered quarterly regional optimization reports based on KPI analytics (CSSR, HOSR, CDR, SD drop rate).
  • Executed frequency and neighbor planning for new cell deployment and managed drive test analysis and root cause actions.

M.Sc

Tehran IAUEC

2013 to 2016
M.Sc in IT Management – Advanced Information systems

BS

Tabriz IAUT

September 2000 to January 2004
BS in Electrical Engineering - Electronics
Skills

Key Skills & Technologies

  • AI/ML‑enabled RAN optimisation & predictive analytics (TensorFlow, scikit‑learn, pandas)
  • Self‑Organising Network (SON) design, automation & closed‑loop control
  • 5G NR NSA/SA architecture, Massive MIMO, beamforming & network slicing
  • Multi‑vendor swap & integration (Huawei, Ericsson, ZTE, Samsung)
  • Automation & scripting: Python, SQL, Shell, Ansible; REST/NETCONF APIs
  • Cloud‑native & virtualised RAN (vRAN, O‑RAN, MEC, containerised 5G CN)
  • End‑to‑end KPI/KQI & QoE analytics, churn prediction, anomaly detection
  • Performance management tools: Huawei SmartCare/GENEX, Ericsson ENM, Atoll, TEMS, Actix
  • Drive‑test planning & geodata visualisation (MapInfo, Global Mapper, XCAP)
  • Project & program leadership: Agile/Scrum, JIRA, PMP fundamentals, vendor governance

Training & Certifications

  • SmartCare , Huawei CEM Platform (Customer Experience Management) PRP Training (2018 Shanghai/Shenzhen)
    Advanced
  • Huawei LTE HCNA/HCNP certification (2017-Tehran)
    Expert
  • Project Plan Managment (2017 Tehran)
    Advanced
  • LTE Planning & Optimization (Informa/Telecom-academy Singapore 2012)
    Advanced
  • LTE Air-Interface and signaling procedure (2016 -Tehran)
    Advanced
  • LTE Operation and Maintenance Certification (2016-Tehran)
    Advanced
  • LTE Overview and eNB Product Introduction(2016 tehran)
    Advanced
  • WiMAX Forum RF Planning Certification(Dubai-2009)
    Expert
  • Wireless Product Hardware installation
    Advanced
  • Network Product Hardware Installation
    Good
  • WiMAX Essentials Certificate (EION wireless Dubai 2009)
    Good
  • GSM Advance cell planning/BSS parameter/Advanced signalling (Taliya-Tele2) 2009
    Good
  • JIRA
    Advanced
  • SCRUM Master Certification
    Scrum Study (SFC)
    Advanced

Tools & Softwares

  • U2000 – Probe –Assistant – Omstar- Nastar –MOS5200 -GENEX Cloud
    Advanced
  • smartcare
    Intermediate
  • Python /SQL
    Intermediate
  • Atoll
    Advanced
  • TEMS Investigation / Actix
    Intermediate
  • Net Newman ,CNO2 (ZTE)
    Intermediate
  • ICS Telecom ,XCAL , XCAP
    Intermediate
  • Actix
  • Geo Data tools such as MapInfo , Google Earth , Global Mapper
  • WSM ,WRS (Samsung)

Language Ability

  • English: Fluent(iBT:91)
    Expert
  • Turkish: Fluent
    Advanced
  • Persian/Azari: Native
    Expert
  • German: Basic (A2)
    Level A2
    Notions