Head of Shared Telecom Networks

About this opportunity
We are looking for an experienced technology savvy leader for our newly established Product Development Group (PDG), “Shared Telecom Networks”!

The Software Production System (SPS) organization (former Development System & Environment, DSE) has recently restructured to optimize operations and prepare for future growth. As part of this, we have formed 5 new Product Development Groups, a System Management unit and a Product Management unit. The objective of this PDG is to design, build, deliver and operate compelling state of the art telecom services for R&D with quality, availability and in-service performance. The PDG consists of units in Lindholmen, Kista, and in Madrid.

You have a deep understanding of R&D and how Product Development works, and what is required to be successful. You have solid knowledge and experiences of the telecommunication domain and good knowledge of the overall Ericsson product portfolio.

Does this interest you? We look forward to your application!

What you will do
Establish, lead and manage the PDG to be efficient with a can-do collaborative mindset that continuously strives for finding new ways to deliver faster, with higher quality and within budget.
Execute on and be accountable for reaching the PDG targets as well as ensuring that the PDG actively contributes to achieving the targets of other units in SPS.
Secure the PDG is up to date on the latest industry and Ericsson business and technology status, and together with SPS Product Management, System Management and Operations identifying how the PDG continuously can meet future needs.
Be an active member of the SPS leadership team and continuously reaching the overall objectives of the unit.
Enable a good collaboration with other SPS PDGs, key partners, PDUs/users, Engineering Services, IT and other Ericsson partners.

You will bring
Deep understanding of the R&D flow including continuous design, integration, deployment and operations, as well as of Lean and Agile methodology.
Excellent people/leadership and mentoring skills in line with Ericsson core values.
A broad experience of Telecom Networks and with a solid understanding of how PDU’s operate and what they need to be successful.
Ability to lead organizations into new ways of working and have a track record of setting and delivering to high standards.
Sharp analytical skills with an ability to formulate and deliver on strategies.
Experiences of customer near work such as engagements, service deliveries, sales or similar.

Key qualifications
MSc level in a technical field or the equivalent level of knowledge
10+ years’ experience of leadership within R&D
Solid knowledge in telco networks, telco service delivery and/or telco operations and IT domains
Business understanding and customer insight
Excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal skills, speak & write English fluently.

Application
If you have specific questions, you are welcome to email recruiter Nina Juthage at nina.a.juthage@ercisson.com.

The selection and interview process are ongoing. Therefore, send in your application in English as soon as possible. We encourage you to apply!

Location: Sweden
Please send in your application in English as soon as possible since the process is ongoing.
Kindly note that we do not accept or proceed with applications sent via e-mail.

Why join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build never seen before solutions to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

What happens once you apply?
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Primary country and city: Sweden (SE) || Sweden : Stockholm : Stockholm
Req ID: 681930