Karim Soboh

Senior Project Manager | Telco Core Networks | IoT | Data Center | Team Leadership | Mobile Packet Core | ICT | Service Delivery Management | Technology LAB & Innovation Leadership | Cloud Network

Spain

About

With over 20 years of experience in Project Management, I bring strong expertise and a solid technical background in Telecommunications, Information Technology, Networking, Cloud, and Infrastructure. I have successfully led high-impact projects for both large enterprises and mid-sized organizations, delivering value to high-profile clients. I am seeking an opportunity to leverage my experience in leading teams, driving solutions, and ensuring business objectives are met. My strengths include project management, communication, time-to-market execution, budgeting, and problem-solving, all of which I apply to achieve measurable results. My technical expertise enables me to effectively collaborate with engineering teams and comprehend complex architectures throughout all project phases. I am eager to further develop my skills in an organization that values dedication, innovation, and entrusts me with meaningful responsibilities and challenges.

Experience

  • Project Manager at Accenture
    Jan 2021 - Aug 2023 · 2 yrs 8 mos

    Shaping and steering global project initiatives by defining the overall scope, establishing realistic timelines, and putting in place the governance structures needed for coordinated execution across teams and stakeholders. This includes overseeing a specialized 5G Private Network & Open RAN Lab project, ensuring technical alignment, controlled experimentation, and structured delivery across all phases. Leading structured follow‑ups, maintaining disciplined project tracking, and ensuring that reporting and communication flows keep leadership aligned with progress, priorities, and upcoming milestones. Proactively identifying risks and translating them into actionable mitigation strategies, while maintaining clear visibility on decisions, dependencies, and action items throughout the project lifecycle. Overseeing project budget forecasting and expense management to ensure financial accuracy, cost control, and alignment with strategic objectives. Ensuring that all deliverables meet the agreed upon requirements and standards, supported by comprehensive documentation and transparent reporting that reinforce accountability and successful project outcomes.

  • Senior Project Technical Manager (Digital Transformation) at AirOn Group
    Dec 2017 - Jun 2018 · 7 mos

    Technical project management across IT and Telecom digital transformation initiatives, with a strong focus on customer data center virtualization and network modernization. Accountable for end‑to‑end project planning, on‑time delivery, team oversight, progress reporting, and validation of technical solutions.

  • Senior Packet Network Project Technical Manager (MVNO) at DIGI
    Jan 2017 - Jun 2017 · 6 mos

    Delivery Lead for a full 4G/LTE program within an MVNO, accountable for end‑to‑end delivery across all phases, from strategic planning and resource governance to execution, integration, and acceptance. Directed cross‑functional engineering teams overseeing 4G/LTE infrastructure, including hardware rollout, network integration, solution architecture, and technical coordination. Ensured delivery against scope, timelines, and quality standards while maintaining full oversight of budget, risk management, and stakeholder alignment.

  • Team Leader and Implementation Manager (IoT) at Altran
    Jul 2015 - Oct 2016 · 1 yr 4 mos

    Driving delivery across both team leadership and implementation management, overseeing the full lifecycle of complex technical deployments from planning and design through execution, integration, and operational handover. Leading and developing cross‑functional teams, ensuring alignment, accountability, and high‑performance execution across software, hardware, and infrastructure workstreams. Translating customer requirements into actionable delivery plans, maintaining tight control over timelines, risks, and dependencies, and ensuring transparent communication with stakeholders. Coordinating implementation specialists to guarantee seamless deployment and solution stability while upholding quality, scope, and customer expectations. Ensuring rigorous project closeout with complete documentation, validation, and a smooth transition to client operations.

  • Ericsson (11 yrs)
    • Team Leader & Senior Mobile Packet Core Engineer
      Dec 2012 - Oct 2014 · 1 yr 11 mos

      Leading the performance and stability of the Mobile Packet Core by overseeing LTE/4G integration, configuration, and testing activities while ensuring seamless service delivery for demanding customer environments. Guiding the Packet Core Tier‑1 team through daily operations, setting clear direction, and maintaining alignment with project milestones and service expectations. Serving as the main escalation authority for critical customer issues, ensuring rapid resolution and uninterrupted network continuity. Monitoring team output to guarantee high‑quality technical solutions and preparing detailed operational and progress reports for senior leadership. Acting as the primary customer interface for network KPIs, SLA governance, and service reviews, while coordinating closely with internal and external stakeholders to maintain service excellence. Continuously elevating Client Services performance by refining methodologies, optimizing processes, and strengthening operational efficiency across the delivery chain.

    • Senior Mobile Packet Core Network Engineer
      Jan 2005 - Nov 2012 · 7 yrs 11 mos

      Providing advanced technical support across SGSN, GGSN, MME, and EPG platforms, ensuring stable and high performance Packet Core operations. Managing customer service requests and delivering on‑site network support while executing software and hardware updates for all Packet Core nodes. Leading the integration of SGSN, GGSN, PGW, SGW, MME, and EPG across 2G/3G/4G technologies, including full configuration with external elements such as BSC, RNC, HLR, HSS, OCS, DNS, PCRF, and IP networks. Overseeing software installation and standalone commissioning of core nodes, supported by comprehensive test bed simulations prior to live network deployment, acceptance testing, and verification. Conducting customer site surveys, planning activities, and serving as on‑site implementation manager and Emergency Recovery Leader during critical situations. Developing detailed Method of Procedure (MOP) documentation and driving the migration from legacy/TDM interfaces to full IP connectivity within the Packet Switched network. Configuring MPBN interfaces, fine tuning PS nodes for optimal performance, and acting as the primary technical reference for data service related customer tickets. Implementing SGSN capacity planning for all PS core entities. Collaborating closely with project and technical management teams to ensure successful delivery, while also performing product and feature certification within customer lab environments.

    • Information Technology Department Manager
      Nov 2003 - Dec 2004 · 1 yr 2 mos

      Driving the evolution of the company’s technology landscape by designing, implementing, and governing strategic IT solutions aligned with organizational goals, security standards, and operational needs. Leading the development of network architectures through deep analysis of workflows, access patterns, and security requirements, translating them into resilient configurations and administrative frameworks. Overseeing performance across availability, utilization, throughput, and latency while directing the selection, installation, configuration, and testing of critical infrastructure. Establishing and enforcing IT policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure reliability, compliance, and operational excellence. Delivering tailored training programs and providing ongoing technical guidance to maximize system adoption and user effectiveness. Supporting financial planning through accurate budgeting and cost efficient technology decisions. Protecting the organization’s information assets through strict confidentiality practices and comprehensive backup and recovery strategies.