Lalit Sharma
About Lalit Sharma
Lalit Sharma serves as the National O and M Lead for Infrastructure at American Tower, overseeing operations and maintenance across various telecommunications technologies. With extensive experience at Ericsson and Reliance Communications, he has managed significant infrastructure projects and teams throughout his career.
Work at American Tower
Lalit Sharma has been serving as the National O and M Lead - Infra at American Tower since 2019. In this role, he oversees the operation and maintenance of telecommunications infrastructure across the United States. His responsibilities include ensuring the reliability and efficiency of the network, which involves strategic planning and project management. Sharma's extensive experience in the telecommunications sector contributes to his effectiveness in managing complex operations.
Current Role at Ericsson
Lalit Sharma has held the position of Circle Head at Ericsson since 2012, based in Kista, Stockholm, Sweden. His tenure at Ericsson has been marked by significant responsibilities, including oversight of operations and maintenance for various technologies. He has managed the uptime of critical telecommunications infrastructure, including switches and transmission nodes, ensuring seamless service delivery.
Education and Expertise
Lalit Sharma earned a Master of Business Administration from Indira Gandhi National Open University, completing his studies from 2006 to 2008. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Chatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Kanpur University, which he obtained from 1994 to 1998. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in management and operations within the telecommunications industry.
Professional Background
Lalit Sharma has a diverse professional background in telecommunications, beginning his career as an Assistant Manager at Hfcl from 2000 to 2004. He then worked as a Manager at Reliance Communications from 2004 to 2008. Following this, he returned to Ericsson, where he held multiple roles, including Operation Head and Service Delivery Manager, until 2012. His experience spans various aspects of telecommunications, including operation and maintenance, project management, and team leadership.
Achievements in Telecommunications
Throughout his career, Lalit Sharma has overseen the operation and maintenance of 8700 BTS, including CDMA, 2G, and 3G technologies. He managed a fiber network of 5000 kilometers and a Metro Ethernet Network. His leadership extended to managing a team of 550 engineers and technicians, showcasing his capability in team coordination and development within the telecommunications sector.