Technology Strategy Manager

Location: Plano, Texas, United States.

Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor US work authorizations for this job position including H-1B, O-1, L-1, and TN. Ericsson also does not hire F-1’s working on CPT or EAD for this position.

About this opportunity:

Ericsson is a world-leading provider of equipment & services to mobile network operators, with over 1,000 networks in 180+ countries using Ericsson equipment. In the US, Ericsson is the #1 player with 50%+ market share in wireless networks (RAN). Global headquarters are in Stockholm, Sweden; Americans headquarters in Dallas, TX.

At Market Area Americas (MACS), we’re driving 5G adoption across mid-band and open programmable networks, while transforming networks into next-generation, cloud-native, intent-based, and fully automated systems. Components such as AI, orchestration, closed-loop assurance, and programmability are central to our mission of delivering efficient and transformative network capabilities.

Ericsson’s Americas Strategy and Technology Team is now adding top talent with distinctive track records in strategic problem-solving and executive-level program leadership. We are developing new technology strategies, working on complex strategic tasks and leading some of our key strategic questions.

We are seeking an experienced, talented leader to join our dynamic team as Technology Strategy Manager, based in Plano, Texas. This role will lead US Government (USG) engagement strategy across internal and external stakeholders, translating technology potential into actionable strategies and policy-aligned initiatives that advance Ericsson’s position and the long-term network vision in the Americas.

• The Technology Strategy Manager (USG) will own and orchestrate Ericsson’s strategic technology engagement with the US government and federal agencies, establishing a clear cadence, stakeholder mapping, and alignment. The ideal candidate is rooted in technology with strong business acumen and strategic judgment-able to articulate complex technology to government audiences, align with regulatory and standardization initiatives, and convert industry and geopolitical trends into concrete strategies and programs. This role partners closely with the Ericsson Federal Technology Group and relevant ecosystem partners across defense and civilian opportunities.
• Own USG engagement strategy: Establish and manage a structured operating rhythm with key internal & external stakeholders including agenda setting, briefing materials, executive alignment, and follow-through on action items.
• Drive strategic priorities and adoption across 5G/6G evolution, Open RAN, AI/ML, intent-based programmability, and network automation-shaping Ericsson’s technology position in Americas
• Monitor and evaluate emerging trends (industry, geopolitical, regulatory, and technology) and translate insights into strategies, narratives, and recommendations for senior leadership decision-making.
• Translate cutting-edge advancements into actionable network strategies tailored to USG objectives, grant programs and policy priorities.
• Plan and execute quarterly strategic topics: Lead project planning, tracking, risk/issue management, and outcomes for key technology topics and executive forums; prepare quarterly reviews and comprehensive strategic planning documents.
• Partner across BAs and GF to align regional insights with long-term priorities; coordinate with Strategy, R&D, Product, Sales, Delivery, and Marketing to ensure coherence and impact.
• Produce thought leadership with SMEs, customers, and marketing teams (whitepapers, keynotes, public comments, and high-profile industry forum contributions)

• education: BS in Engineering (IT, Telecom, Computer Science); MS/MBA preferred.
• experience: 5+ years in ICT with strong exposure to product and strategy management; proven success in consulting engagements
• Telecom expertise: Solid understanding of spectrum holdings, RAN and Core, IT systems, and broader network architecture; expertise in either RAN or Core/IT domains.
• AI fluency: Solid understanding of AI and its applications and impact across business, technology, and society, including telco automation and assurance use cases.
• Strategy and business acumen: Systemic, critical, and strategic thinking; strong financial acumen with the ability to turn analytics and insights into actionable strategies and executive proposals.
• Program leadership: Results-oriented planning, execution, and project management across enterprise, line of business, and market area contexts; end-to-end leadership from problem framing to executive communication and implementation planning.
• Economics and policy awareness: Familiarity with telecom economics (cost drivers, investment planning) and regulatory considerations across North America and LATAM; ability to align strategies with public sector programs and policies.
• Communication skills: Strong written and verbal communication in English;
• Stakeholder trust: Demonstrated ability to build and maintain trust with internal and external stakeholders; comfortable with ambiguous contexts and C-level exposure.