Head of Core & IT

Ericsson•Plano, TX

1d•$185,000 - $242,550•Onsite

About The Position

Ericsson’s Tier 1 customer is advancing its 5G Core Network, Cloud Native Infrastructure, OSS, and BSS platforms to support new services, automation capabilities, and next-generation network evolution. As the Head of Cloud Software and Services for the Customer Unit, you will lead the technical strategy and execution of Ericsson’s CSS portfolio across the customer’s nationwide network. You will be responsible for aligning Ericsson’s technology roadmaps with the customer’s strategic priorities, driving innovation across all network domains, and ensuring seamless integration of Ericsson’s solutions into a multi-layered network architecture.

Requirements

BS Degree in Engineering (IT, Telecom, Computer Science) required; MS preferred.
10+ years of ICT industry experience, including leadership roles involving portfolio strategy, technical sales, product management, or consulting.
Strong experience leading large, complex technical teams and projects in a multi-domain network environment across Core Networks, OSS, and BSS.
Deep knowledge of end-to-end network technologies, with emphasis on 5G Core, Cloud Native architectures, OSS/BSS systems, and Network Management.
Proven ability to align technical roadmaps with customer business objectives and commercial strategies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging executive stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and external partners.
Demonstrated leadership skills in building and developing high-performing, distributed teams.
Strong understanding of CSP processes, entry/exit criteria, and operational requirements for large-scale network deployments.
A holistic vision across all network domains and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value.
Deep curiosity and excellent listening skills to understand customer challenges and proactively develop tailored solutions.

Nice To Haves

MBA or equivalent business qualifications desirable.
Competence in AI technologies preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage CSS strategy and execution with the customer’s CTO, Network Planning, and Technology organizations.
Align Ericsson’s Networks portfolio roadmap with the customer’s business needs, technology evolution, and cloud-native transformation initiatives.
Drive innovation and introduction of new technologies and features across all network segments to support customer objectives and maintain competitive advantage.
Collaborate closely with the customer’s CTO, Engineering, and Operations teams to ensure deep understanding of their challenges, goals, and regulatory requirements.
Manage cross-domain teams and ecosystem partners to deliver integrated, end-to-end network solutions tailored for the customer’s architecture.
Lead performance evaluations, feature improvements, and operational excellence initiatives across Ericsson’s Networks portfolio deployed within the customer’s network.
Build and develop a high-performing team, fostering strong collaboration with Sales, Product Management, Domains, Program Office, and ecosystem partners.
Provide thought leadership by sharing business insights, industry trends, and technological advancements to drive Ericsson’s Networks business growth.