Lead Product Management & Develop-1

AT&T•Dallas, TX

24d•Onsite

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. At AT&T, we empower leaders to drive change in a fast-evolving, connected world. Your strategic vision will help serve customers and transform lives through innovative solutions and impactful connections. Overall Purpose: This high-profile role sits within the AT&T Business Product organization. You will be a critical member of the Business Convergence Solutions team that is responsible for guiding AT&T Business to a new approach for connectivity. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for developing the strategy and delivering a product(s), including assessing current landscape of hardware, firmware / OS, software platforms, OSS/BSS, competitive research, product fit assessments, E2E product management starting with product definition and planning through production, release, and end of life (lifecycle management) for complex communications products including underlays and overlays, go-to-market, financial and business case modeling, and readouts to senior leadership. The role requires technology leadership and innovation, financial acumen, and cross-company collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired.
5+ years of related experience.
Certification is required in some areas.
An experienced professional, recognized as an expert, creatively resolving complex issues with broad and in-depth knowledge.
Leads significant projects with strategic autonomy, influencing executive decisions.
Mentors less experienced staff, implements long-term plans impacting the organization, and frequently collaborates with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

Product Lifecycle Management: Manage the entire product lifecycle from initial concept through development, launch, and end-of-life, ensuring seamless transitions through each stage and ongoing product performance. Responsible for managing budgets, acquiring estimates, and handling requests for funding through the capital process. Coordinate with design, process, manufacturing, test, quality, sales support, and marketing as the products move to production and distribution.
Define and Document Requirements: Translate and document customer and technical requirements into final product designs, prepare and present comprehensive business cases, and provide detailed product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria. Analyze customer needs and identify priorities for new products or services and enhancements. Work with 3rd party technology partners on new hardware, NoS software and peripherals to support convergence of wireline and wireless networks as well as value-added products. Negotiate with vendors to improve product cost structure, feature functionality and product support.
Conduct Market Research and Analysis: Perform in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, addressable revenue potential, customer segments, and opportunities for new products or features. Conduct research and analysis on defined markets, including volumes and revenue results.
Develop and Maintain Product Roadmaps: Create and maintain detailed product roadmaps, service guides, product documentation, results reports/analysis, and project plans, ensuring alignment with market needs and business objectives. Define and drive initiatives to grow revenue and margin.
Collaborate with Stakeholders and UX Design: Partner with business, technology, UX teams, and 3rd party technology partners to design or modify products, ensuring a high-quality user experience, alignment with budget and schedule specifications, and effective cross-functional collaboration. Work with the Global Connectivity Management, Technology Development, Contracting, Legal, Product Marketing, and Business or Consumer Pricing Team to develop pricing strategies. Negotiate with vendors to improve the product cost structure, feature functionality, and product support.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, 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