Director-Technology Strategy

AT&T • Alpharetta, GA

266d • $171,000 - $256,400

About The Position

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered. Join AT&T and reimagine the communications and technologies that connect the world. Our Consumer Technology experience team is delivering innovative and reliable technology solutions to power differentiated, simplified customer experiences. Bring your bold ideas and fearless risk-taking to redefine connectivity and transform how the world shares stories and experiences that matter. When you step into a career with AT&T, you won't just imagine the future-you'll create it. Directs a team of employees who perform 3-5 year strategic planning by researching and demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the relationship between the enhanced packet core technology (current and future) and the rest of ATTs business through understanding of the core network functions and platforms. Provides leadership and sets long term strategy for a team that leverages strong technical evaluation skills, including the ability to interpret disparate, complex information into a range of alternate futures (i.e. scenario planning). Utilizes research skills and quickly evaluates competitive and industry dynamics with respect to (technical and economic) impacts for new and different technology/technologies. Leverages standard corporate strategy frameworks and applies Total Cost of Ownership analysis from a technical perspective. Integrates both technical and strategic analysis into a synthesized set of hypotheses and conclusions. Distills core components of complex problems into succinct and easily understood set of key decisions and conclusions. Demonstrates confidence and poise in presenting hypotheses, conclusions, and recommendations to senior management. Supervises and develops a team of subordinates, conducts joint goal setting and performance reviews, as well as assists in the allocation of resources and financial responsibilities. The candidate must possess and have demonstrated an expert level of knowledge of mobility core platforms and network functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) desired.
• 10+ years of related experience.
• Expert level of knowledge of mobility core platforms and network functions.

Responsibilities

• Align technology initiatives with business objectives; ensure strategic decisions are informed by research on emerging technologies and trends.
• Work with internal and external sources to collect data; collaborate with business leaders and cross-functional teams to support business goals.
• Define and develop tools, models, and frameworks; conduct and coordinate research and analysis; collect relevant data from internal and external sources.
• Develop and deliver appropriate communication to senior management of technology organizations.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected.
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Telecommunications
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree