Velusamy Perumal

Velusamy Perumal

SME

Professional Summary – Wireless RAN (across 2G/3G/4G/5G) Expert

A seasoned Software Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Wireless RAN Layer2/Layer3 domains, bringing over 14+ years of industry experience across 5G, 4G, 3G, and 2G technologies. Proven expertise in end-to-end design, development, and maintenance of wireless communication systems, with a focus on Layer2 (MAC, RLC, PDCP) and Layer3 (RRC) protocol stack design and troubleshooting. Experienced in contributing to global Tier-1 organizations including Alcatel-Lucent, Nokia, Qualcomm, Samsung, CommScope, and Viavi, delivering performance-optimized and standards-compliant RAN solutions.

A strong foundation in embedded wireless systems, 3GPP specifications, and multi-threaded/RTOS/Virtual system development enables successful implementation of complex radio network functions across DU/CU architectures in 5G SA/NSA and LTE networks. Demonstrated hands-on proficiency in C programming, algorithm design, and real-time debugging, ensuring robust and scalable solutions for next-generation wireless platforms.

Extensive experience across multi-threaded platforms, CVMX, TI-DSP, Qualcomm chipset integrations, and Nokia RAN-AS development on RTOS and Linux-based virtual environments. Deep involvement in interlayer integration, system debugging, and field issue resolution throughout all stages of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), ensuring quality and stability across software deliverables.

Recognized for analytical problem-solving, technical leadership, and a collaborative approach to product innovation in the telecom domain. Brings strong domain knowledge and hands-on expertise to accelerate development cycles, enhance performance, and enable efficient 5G/4G/3G/2G RAN evolution for global telecom ecosystems.

Telecom Domain Services & Technology Expertise:

Technology Expertise:
  • Protocols & Standards: 3GPP(Releases-8–17),GSM,WCDMA,LTE-Advanced,5G-NR (NSA, SA)
  • Layer2/Layer3 Protocols: NR-MAC, NR-RLC, NR-PDCP, LTE-MAC, LTE-RLC, LTE-PDCP, RRC, PCU Layer2
  • Programming & Development: C, Embedded C, Multi-threaded and Real-time Systems.
  • Operating Systems: RTOS, Linux, Virtualized Linux environments.
  • Tools & Debugging: GDB, Trace32, Wireshark, QXDM, QCAT, ClearCase, Git, and in-house proprietary debugging tools.
  • Hardware & Platforms: CVMX, TI-TMS320C64xx, Qualcomm chipsets (MSM, FSM, SDX series), x86 virtual testbeds, Nokia virtual BSC environments.
  • Domains: Wireless RAN -L2(2G/3G/4G/5G), Embedded Telecom Systems, Baseband Software, and Network Protocol Development.