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- This role is a hybrid position with the expectation to work onsite (3) three days a week in the Ericsson office located in either Boise, Idaho or Plano, Texas and relocation is not offered for this position.
- Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions Inc. does not sponsor US work authorizations for this job position including H-1B, O-1, and TN. Ericsson also does not hire F-1's working on EAD for this position.
About Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions
Ericsson has a vision to lead in the emerging Enterprise 5G networking and security markets and establish 5G as a communication platform via global network APIs. Business Area Enterprise Wireless Solutions (BEWS) plays a fundamental role in achieving this goal by building a differentiated enterprise networking and security product portfolio and by scaling a global multi-channel go-to-market.
Leveraging Ericsson's proven leadership in cellular, our long-term goal is to become the default choice and trusted partner for any organization's wireless network infrastructure - with cellular as the entry point and zero trust security as a norm.
About this opportunity
Join our Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions Business Operations and IT team as the Manager - Strategic Programs. In this role, you will lead a team of project and program managers through the planning and delivery of complex, cross-functional initiatives that support key business and operational priorities.
You will translate strategic objectives into coordinated programs, establish delivery governance, and lead teams responsible for executing high-impact initiatives. The role requires strong leadership, structured program management, and the ability to align multiple stakeholders across business and technology functions.
This role will report to the Senior Director, BEWS Architecture & Integration Platforms
What you will do
- Manage and develop a team of program and project professionals, providing leadership, coaching, and performance management.
- Lead the planning and execution of strategic programs, ensuring initiatives are delivered on schedule, within scope, and within budget.
- Translate business priorities into structured programs, roadmaps, and coordinated project plans across multiple teams.
- Drive consistent execution of program governance, delivery frameworks, and reporting mechanisms to ensure transparency and accountability.
- Identify and manage cross-program risks, dependencies, and issues, implementing mitigation strategies and escalating where appropriate.
- Coordinate collaboration across IT, product, operations, and business teams to enable successful program execution.
- Manage stakeholder engagement with senior leadership and functional partners, ensuring alignment and clear decision-making.
- Monitor program performance through defined KPIs, milestones, and financial metrics.
- Oversee vendor and partner engagement related to program delivery, ensuring contractual obligations and service expectations are met.
- Drive continuous improvement of program management practices, delivery methodologies, and operational processes.
The skills you bring
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, information technology, business, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
- Extensive experience leading complex programs or portfolios involving multiple teams and stakeholders.
- Proven leadership experience managing program managers, project managers, or other professional delivery roles.
- Strong knowledge of program and project management methodologies and governance frameworks.
- Demonstrated ability to manage program financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to influence across organizational boundaries.
- Experience working in technology, telecommunications, networking, or related industries is preferred.
- PMP, Six-Sigma, or equivalent certification is advantageous.
Why join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, youll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of whats possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. Youll be challenged, but you won't be alone. Youll 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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Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.
If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.americas@ericsson.com.
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
Primary country and city: United States (US) || Hybrid: Plano, Texas
Job details: Product Development Leader
Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson
At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.
Your Pay
The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan:Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit's objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.
Your Health
Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions offers excellent, competitive employee benefits, such as: subsidized, nationwide PPO medical benefit options including a low-deductible Point of Service Plan and a qualifying High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), with a generous company-provided HSA contribution.
Your Financial Security
We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. Our 401(k) plan has a 4% company match and immediate vesting. Employees will also receive company-paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance and company-paid disability benefits.
Your Time
Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee's start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.
Additional Benefits
Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions offers other company-paid benefits such as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, mobile therapy, and volunteer paid time off.
Ericsson
paid time off, sick time, 401(k)
Mar 28, 2026