Director-Technology Strategy
Alpharetta, Georgia
Job Description:
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.
Join AT&T and reimagine the communications and technologies that connect the world. Our Consumer Technology experience team is delivering innovative and reliable technology solutions to power differentiated, simplified customer experiences. Bring your bold ideas and fearless risk-taking to redefine connectivity and transform how the world shares stories and experiences that matter. When you step into a career with AT&T, you won’t just imagine the future-you’ll create it.
Directs a team of employees who perform 3-5 year strategic planning by researching and demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the relationship between the enhanced packet core technology (current and future) and the rest of ATTs business through understanding of the core network functions and platforms.
Provides leadership and sets long term strategy for a team that leverages strong technical evaluation skills, including the ability to interpret disparate, complex information into a range of alternate futures (i.e. scenario planning). Utilizes research skills and quickly evaluates competitive and industry dynamics with respect to (technical and economic) impacts for new and different technology/technologies. Leverages standard corporate strategy frameworks and applies Total Cost of Ownership analysis from a technical perspective. Integrates both technical and strategic analysis into a synthesized set of hypotheses and conclusions. Distills core components of complex problems into succinct and easily understood set of key decisions and conclusions. Demonstrates confidence and poise in presenting hypotheses, conclusions, and recommendations to senior management. Supervises and develops a team of subordinates, conducts joint goal setting and performance reviews, as well as assists in the allocation of resources and financial responsibilities. The candidate must possess and have demonstrated an expert level of knowledge of mobility core platforms and network functions.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Typical tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Strategic Alignment and Planning: Align technology initiatives with business objectives; ensure strategic decisions are informed by research on emerging technologies and trends by understanding of one or more key technology domains such as IT, network connectivity, media/content technology, etc.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with internal and external sources to collect data; collaborate with business leaders and cross-functional teams to support business goals.
• Research and Analysis: Define and develop tools, models, and frameworks; conduct and coordinate research and analysis; collect relevant data from internal and external sources. Utilize research skills and evaluate competitive and industry dynamics with respect to (technical and economic) impacts by new and different technologies.
• Communication and Reporting: Develop and deliver appropriate communication to senior management of technology organizations.
Job Contribution:
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired. 10+ years of related experience.
Designs and executes strategies that support the overarching philosophy of the organization. Oversees departmental programs and is often hands-on with the design and implementation of applicable strategies. Typically leads large teams, supervising supervisors as well as career-level staff within the organization. Responsible for influencing decisions regarding the hiring, firing, disciplinary action, promotional activity, and pay decisions for subordinates.
Supervisor:
Yes
Our Director-Technology Strategy, earns between $171,000.00-$256,400.00 USD Annual, not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and 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.
#LI-Onsite – Full-time office role-
AT&T is leading the way to the future – for customers, businesses, and the industry. We're developing new technologies to make it easier for our customers to stay connected to their world. Together, we’ve built a premier integrated communications and entertainment company and an amazing place to work and grow. Team up with industry innovators every time you walk into work, creating the world you always imagined. Apply now!
Weekly Hours:
40Time Type:
RegularLocation:
Alpharetta, GeorgiaSalary Range:
$171,000.00 - $256,400.00It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.
Job ID R-61650 Date posted 04/01/2025
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