Agboola Dauda
Drive Test Engineer
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About
A telecommunication professional with vast experience. Knowledge in GSM, CDMA, LTE and similar wireless technology. Proven field experience in drive testing, data collection, and KPI analysis using XCAL, TEM PARAGON. Excellent communication skills, fast learner, and very good team player. Demonstrated success in ATP, E911, throughput, and cluster drive testing for pre- and post-launch network optimization.
Experience
Drive Test Engineer - Integer Telecom Services Inc (T-Mobile) - North Carolina
(2026-04 - 2026-06)
- Identifying, locating, and mitigating radio frequency signal degradation caused by external noise, malfunctioning devices, or unauthorized transmitters.
- Use spectrum analyzers to diagnose interference.
- Use vysor to perform Speed testing.
- Use tems paragon to collect data.
- Perform stationary and mobility test
Drive Test Engineer - NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company (T-Mobile FCC Project)
(2026-01 - 2026-04)
- Perform RF drive testing for 4G and 5G networks
- Set up, configure, and validate drive test equipment, including scanners, mobile devices, and testing kits
- Troubleshoot issues related to devices, test equipment, and network performance
- Conduct data collection with Tems Paragon
- Perform stationary test and mobility test
Drive Test Engineer - GCB Services (Dish Network Project) - Indianapolis, IN
(2022-01 - 2025-04)
- Performed ATP testing for multiband (800/1900/2500 MHz) LTE and CDMA sites using XCAL and QPST tools.
- Utilized XCAL-M for data collection and field analysis of CDMA, EVDO, and LTE networks; executed HEX testing and troubleshooting in live environments.
- Conducted stationary, mobility, cluster, and speed tests to verify network KPIs including RSRP, SINR, Ec/Io, throughput, and handover success rates.
- Verified key RF measurements such as RSRP, SINR, and PCI to assess site performance and identify optimization opportunities.
- Conducted E911 PSAP call testing and validation, documenting test results and submitting necessary reports for network activation timelines.
- Performed handover and throughput validation for voice and data sessions across multiple RATs.
Data Collection Engineer - Global Wireless Solutions, Inc. - Nationwide
(2018-06 - 2021-01)
- Performed benchmarking and drive testing across GSM, CDMA, and LTE networks nationwide using SwissQual and XCAL tools.
- Captured and analyzed radio performance metrics including Ec/Io, RSSI, throughput, and handover success rates.
- Prepared and configured drive test vehicles with equipment and scanners.
- Identified and reported RF performance gaps, supported field-level troubleshooting during benchmarking campaigns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science - National Open University (2015)