Hello! I'm Akram

Senior Tech/Telco/IT Professional

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I bring a robust combination of deep expertise in telecom network planning and solutioning, coupled with a strong track record in program and delivery management, now enhanced by modern AI methodologies and practices.

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Akram Hossain - Senior Tech/Telco/IT Professional

About Me

Who I Am

Senior Telecom & Technology Executive with 19+ years of experience—over a decade in leadership—driving comprehensive transformation across Core Networks, Cloud Infrastructure, and Enterprise Technology, with expertise in program governance and end-to-end delivery management. Proven track record of leading multi-million-dollar technology portfolios, modernizing nationwide core network infrastructure, delivering regional cloud transformation programs, and managing executive-level stakeholder relationships. Extensive expertise in Technology Strategy, CAPEX Planning & Budget Optimization, Strategic Vendor & Partner Governance, and large-scale Digital Transformation. Combines technical depth with commercial and operational discipline to align technology investments with business outcomes

My expertise spans enterprise technology transformation, cloud migration, program and delivery management, and technology governance. I thrive in complex environments where business strategy, operational excellence, and large-scale technology execution converge to deliver measurable business outcomes.

Location

Dhaka • Bangladesh-Based

Education

B.Sc. in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (EEE)

Current Focus

Enterprise IT, Cloud Migration & Digital Transformation

Experience

Project Director

Huawei Technologies

Dhaka, Bangladesh

Apr 2026 – Present
  • Directed end-to-end delivery of sovereign cloud migration programs for enterprise customers, ensuring successful execution across scope, schedule, budget, quality, and business objectives
  • Established robust program governance by leading executive stakeholder engagement, risk and dependency management, decision-making forums, and compliance with organizational and customer standards
  • Led cross-functional teams spanning solution architecture, engineering, operations, security, and vendors to drive seamless execution, resolve complex delivery challenges, and achieve successful customer outcomes

AI Automation Engineering Lead

Brain Station 23

Dhaka, Bangladesh

Sept 2025 – Apr 2026
  • Own end to end AI transformation program delivery, from strategy definition to execution, rollout, and adoption across multiple business units
  • Establish program governance frameworks, delivery cadence, milestone tracking, and executive reporting for AI initiatives
  • Manage multiple concurrent work streams including conversational AI platforms, intelligent automation, and internal productivity solutions
  • Translate strategic objectives into roadmaps, delivery plans, and prioritized backlogs, ensuring alignment between business stakeholders and engineering teams
  • Drive organizational change management and stakeholder engagement to support enterprise AI adoption

Head of Core Network Planning & Projects

Wipro Ltd. (Managed Services for Grameenphone)

Dhaka, Bangladesh

Oct 2021 – Mar 2025
  • Led the Core Network Planning & Projects department for Bangladesh's largest operator (85M+ subscribers) in managed service modality
  • Defined Core Network evolution strategy, ensuring performance, scalability, and alignment with operator and business objectives
  • Directed multiple cross-domain project portfolios, managing planning, delivery, and integration for EPC, IMS, and Cloud Core domains
  • Served as the primary technical and commercial interface with vendor partners, ensuring timely, high-quality network expansion and modernization
  • Drove process industrialization and reuse of assets to improve delivery efficiency and cost-effectiveness

Head of Core Network Projects

Grameenphone Ltd. (Telenor Group)

Dhaka, Bangladesh

Dec 2019 – Sep 2021
  • Directed national-scale Core Network deployment and modernization projects, aligning technology evolution with business growth targets
  • Delivered projects covering Cloud EPC, VoLTE/IMS, and 5G readiness under stringent quality and cost benchmarks
  • Coordinated multi-vendor integration and delivery schedules, ensuring seamless service migration and minimal downtime

Program Manager – Telenor Asia Cloud Core Transformation

Telenor Group (Hybrid Role – Asia Regional)

Asia Regional

Feb 2017 – Sep 2021
  • Led a $250+ million regional transformation program, driving Cloud Core migration across five markets (Thailand, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Malaysia, and Myanmar)
  • Developed and executed the Telco Cloud strategy, aligning technology evolution with corporate and market objectives
  • Acted as central design authority and regional delivery interface, ensuring harmonized architecture, operational readiness, and performance optimization
  • Managed regional stakeholder alignment (Group, Business Areas, and local CTO organizations)
  • Delivered measurable improvements in efficiency, scalability, and resilience across all participating networks

Principal Engineer, Core Planning

Grameenphone Ltd.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

Dec 2017 – Nov 2019
  • Led EPC and IMS domain design and capacity planning, ensuring service scalability and network reliability
  • Coordinated technical requirements and vendor solutions to ensure delivery quality and cost efficiency

Deputy General Manager, Voice Core Planning

Grameenphone Ltd.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

Feb 2015 – Nov 2017
  • Managed national Voice Core (MSC, MGW, HLR, STP) planning and modernization initiatives
  • Oversaw lifecycle management and system upgrades to ensure service continuity and regulatory compliance

Manager, Interconnection Planning

Grameenphone Ltd.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

May 2014 – Jan 2015
  • Responsible for overall solution & design portfolio of voice & data interconnection services
  • Managed Global connectivity planning (International roaming, IPX, GRX, IP Transit)

Lead/Senior System/System Engineer, Core Network

Grameenphone Ltd.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

Apr 2007 – Apr 2014
  • Responsible for capacity planning & dimensioning, Core node integration & migration planning
  • Solution design for core services & routing optimization
  • Core network performance management and Core KPI reporting & optimization

Junior Engineer, RAN Operation

Banglalink Digital

Dhaka, Bangladesh

Feb 2007 – Apr 2007
  • Second level O&M of RAN/BSS network
  • Cell definition and cell configuration

Services

AI & Automation

Build intelligent systems that automate complex workflows and drive operational excellence.

Program Management

Driving strategic initiatives from idea to impact. I provide the structure, governance, and leadership to ensure programs succeed

Digital Transformation

Modernize your technology stack and reimagine business processes for the digital age.

Cloud & DC Management

Modernizing infrastructure to drive agility and scale. I lead cloud migrations, data center consolidations, and hybrid solutions.

Service Delivery

Ensuring technology delivers on its promise. I bridge tech and business to provide reliable, high-performance services

Strategic Consulting

Navigate digital transformation with expert guidance aligned to your business goals.

Skills & Expertise

Core Competencies

Leadership & Governance
Core & IP Network Management
Cloud Infra & Data Center Management
Program & Delivery Management
Vendor & Partner Management
AI & Automation Engineering

Tools & Technologies

2G/3G/4G/5G
5GCN
Cloud
IMS
EPC
Python
MySQL
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Leadership & Strategy

Strategic Planning
Team Leadership
Change Management
Problem Solving

Professional Certifications

Professional Scrum Master (PSM® I)
INSEAD - Strategy Execution Programme
Project Management Professional (PMP)®
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Get In Touch

Email

akrambuet@gmail.com

Phone

+8801711080425

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/in/akramhossain