Pratick Mazumdar
About Pratick Mazumdar
Pratick Mazumdar is a Team Manager for the 5G Challenge at CableLabs, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in the telecommunications industry, having held various engineering and management roles at companies such as DISH Network, Samsung Electronics, T-Mobile, and Telefónica.
Work at CableLabs
Pratick Mazumdar currently serves as the Team Manager for the 5G Challenge at CableLabs, a position he has held since 2023. His role is based in Louisville, Colorado, and operates in a hybrid work environment. In this capacity, he focuses on advancing 5G technologies and strategies, contributing to the organization's mission of fostering innovation in the telecommunications sector.
Previous Experience in Telecommunications
Before joining CableLabs, Pratick Mazumdar worked at several prominent companies in the telecommunications industry. He was a RAN Engineering Strategist at DISH Network for a brief period in 2021. Prior to that, he spent nine months at Samsung Electronics America as a 5G Subject Matter Expert, where he contributed to the implementation of various 5G technologies. His career also includes a significant tenure at T-Mobile as a Principal RF Engineer and at Telefónica as an RF Engineering Manager.
Educational Background
Pratick Mazumdar holds a Master of Science in Technology (MSc Tech) in Data Communication Networks and Distributed Systems from the University of London, specifically Queen Mary College, which he completed from 2000 to 2002. He also earned a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Electronics and Telecommunication from Delhi College of Engineering, where he studied from 1992 to 1996.
Technical Expertise and Contributions
Pratick Mazumdar possesses extensive expertise in systems engineering, debugging, and diagnosing issues on hardware and cloud-based platforms. He has played a key role in the implementation of O-RAN and RAN domains for 5G technologies, including Sub-6 and mmW, CBRS band, IoT, and fixed wireless networks. His understanding of end-to-end network architecture encompasses cloud initiatives, RAN, and transport networks.
Industry Engagement and Advocacy
In his professional capacity, Pratick Mazumdar acts as an advocate for customers by interfacing with various stakeholders, including 5G wireless telecom vendors and test vendors such as Keysight, R&S, and Viavi. He has experience collaborating with government and wireless regulators, supporting the integration of new products and features within the wireless telecom industry.