Chief Technology Officer

Ericsson • Bellevue, WA

10d • $217,000 - $285,600 • Onsite

About The Position

Ericsson is seeking a Chief Technology Officer to lead the Customer Unit (CU) T-Mobile’s long-term network vision and strengthen its technology position within Market Area Americas (MACS). The role leads technical professionals who support strategic priorities and advise on network and Cloud Software and Services evolution. It is based in Bellevue, Washington, and reports to the Head of CU T-Mobile.

The CTO defines the CU’s long-term network strategy, leads network transformation and strategic customer engagements, and develops a business plan and sales strategy aligned with CU goals. The role oversees technology engagements across Ericsson Business Areas and the deployment and lifecycle management of resulting solutions. It also develops technical talent and works with T-Mobile and Ericsson Business Areas to advance innovation, transformation, automation, and 5G capabilities.

The position calls for an experienced technology leader with substantial industry and matrix leadership experience, deep knowledge of 4G and 5G networks, and strength in large-scale network transformation, customer partnerships, collaboration, and executive-level communication. A bachelor’s degree in a relevant science or engineering field is required; a master’s degree is preferred. Early 6G exposure is a plus.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science or engineering discipline.
• At least 10 years of experience in the technology industry.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience in a matrix environment.
• Proven experience leading large-scale network transformation projects.
• A track record of challenging the status quo.
• Strong background in AI RAN, 5G SA core, cloud-native technologies, and related open interfaces.
• In-depth knowledge of 4G and 5G networks and related technologies.
• Expertise in building strategic customer partnerships and developing actionable roadmaps informed by market insights and policy dynamics.
• Demonstrated success fostering high-performing teams and leading initiatives that transform organizational outcomes.
• Ability to build partnerships across industry stakeholders, business areas, external organizations, government agencies, and research institutions.
• Proficiency in public speaking and presentations to customer C-level audiences and other stakeholders.
• Understanding of sustainability-centered technology offerings.
• Ability to present relevant business and industry insights to advance the business.
• Strong listening skills and curiosity about customers’ specific challenges and needs.
• Demonstrated collaboration across domains, customer units, and business areas.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams, including virtual and remote teams.
• Ability to enable teamwork and collaboration.
• Excellent presentation, public-speaking, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a relevant science or engineering discipline.
• Early exposure to 6G.

Responsibilities

• Define MACS CU T-Mobile’s long-term network strategy, including RAN, Cloud, and Software Services.
• Lead strategic focus area engagements with T-Mobile concerning network performance, transformation, and monetization.
• Lead end-to-end network transformation programs with T-Mobile, emphasizing proactive and predictive technology roadmap planning.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive business plan and sales strategy aligned with the CU’s sales goals and objectives.
• Lead technology-related engagements across Ericsson Business Areas and oversee deployment and lifecycle management.
• Build, grow, and develop technical professionals who are experts in their fields.
• Collaborate with T-Mobile and Ericsson Business Areas to drive innovation, transformation, automation, and realization of 5G’s potential.
• Apply Ericsson’s Leadership Framework by providing clarity, developing people, and delivering results.
• Model Ericsson’s Accelerated Behaviors: change the game, collaborate, and own it.
• Work closely with MACS Domains, MACS Customer Units, and Business Areas.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $217,000–$285,600, dependent on factors including location and job-related qualifications and experience.
• Opportunity to earn sales incentives under Ericsson’s Sales Incentive Plan, subject to eligibility and performance rules.
• Choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option, with company credits toward premiums for employees and eligible covered dependents.
• Ericsson US 401(k) Plan with an automatic 3% company contribution and matching contributions of up to 4% when the employee contributes at least 5% of eligible pay, subject to plan limits.
• Company credits toward basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan.
• At least 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually; paid time off is prorated based on start date.
• Up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of paid parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.
• Financial wellness programs.
• Educational assistance.
• Matching gifts.
• Recognition programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive