About this opportunityEricsson is a world-leading provider of telecommunications equipment & services to mobile and fixed network operators. Over 1,000 networks in more than 180 countries use Ericsson equipment and more than 40% of the world's traffic passes through Ericsson networks. Using innovation to empower people, business and society, we are working towards the Networked Society, in which everything that can benefit from a connection will have one. At Ericsson, we apply our innovation to market-based solutions that empower people and society to help a more sustainable world.We are truly a global company, working across borders in 175 countries, offering a diverse, performance-driven culture and an innovative & engaging environment where employees enhance their potential every day. Our Employees live our vision and core values. They share a passion to win and a high responsiveness to customer needs that in turn makes us a desirable partner to our clients. To ensure professional growth, Ericsson offers stimulating work experience, continuous learning and growth opportunities that allow you to acquire the knowledge & skills necessary to reach your career goals.We welcome the opportunity to meet you!What you will doThis is aSenior Managerposition at Ericsson R&D Bangalore and Chennai where you get to work with a team of highly motivated engineers.You will bringAn Ideal Candidate would possess the following:12 - 16 years of overall product development experience with a minimum of 5 years in a people manager roleStrong result orientation and finds it stimulating to work withchange managementandteamwork/cooperationacross the organization.Experience of working in a leadership team. Find it stimulating to work with teams, have agenuine interest in peopleand be a good communicator. You should have the ability towork across organizational boundaries.Strong leadership and coaching skillsin line with Ericsson core values.Interest and good understanding of R&D and the concepts of Lean and Agile ways of working.Large degree offlexibilityand willingness to change and to take on different tasks.Business and customer focusedwith a high accountability to deliver results.Drive and deliver high quality features on time enabling Ericsson to smoothly deploy targeted solutions in their customer networks.Build and grow cross-functional teams towards end-to-end product capabilities.Ability to work effectively and influence stakeholders in a matrix environment.Engage with and represent the team in discussions with key stakeholders including product managers, program managers, stakeholders from other nodes that make the larger solution, etc.Mentor and coach team members to realize their maximum potential while scaling your own peaks along the wayMaintain the fine balance of solving most day-to-day problems of the team while also having a keen sense of when to escalate for swifter resolution and action.Good understanding of 3GPP / GSMA specifications driven product developmentDemonstrated ability to bring in product innovations of significant business valuePrior experience in network function virtualization and Cloud Native evolution is a pre-requisite.Understanding of OOPS / Design Patterns would be an added advantage.Creative problem-solving skills and excellent troubleshooting skillsSolid work ethic, customer focus, team player with passion for delivering world class solutions.Strong written and verbal communicationB.Tech degree in CS/EC/EE or related studies. M.Tech degree in a plusWhy join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and creativity 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?Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.Encouraging a diverse an inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive 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 and Affirmative Action employer, learn more .
