Head of Network and BOS Consulting
Ericsson is looking for a highly experienced Techno‑Operational Consulting Leader to lead the NW & BOS Transformation Consulting practice and be part of the Global Consulting Leadership Team.
Job Summary
The objective of Ericsson Consulting is to deliver engagements that generate value for our customers and to enable greater value to Ericsson. The role involves leading a global, end‑to‑end Telecom Technology Consulting Hub that combines solid technical expertise with operating‑model knowledge and a strong business mindset.
Responsibilities
* Drive global P&L and define objectives for the NW & BOS Transformation Consulting domain
* Identify, develop and manage a portfolio of leading NW & BOS Transformation Consulting offerings
* Identify consulting opportunities by working with sales and solution architects; nurture and convert opportunities while contributing to proposals
* Guide and lead delivery of consulting projects/programs across the globe
* Engage as a thought leader at CxO level
* Lead the NW & BOS Transformation consulting team comprising senior members
* Manage stakeholders in consulting communities across geographies
* Contribute outside your domain to reach overall business objectives
Domain Expertise Area Details
* AN, Orchestration & Automation Transformation
o Understanding of autonomous network e2e methodology, orchestration & automation transformation approaches
o Experience delivering transformation programs, including organizational, process, and system impacts
* 5G Core and 5G Network
o Knowledge of 5G Core evolution, deployment options (e.g., SA)
o Understanding of end‑to‑end technology evolution beyond Core (RAN, Transport)
o Strong grasp of business implications of 5G Core and technology roadmaps
* Telco Cloud Transformation (Virtualization & Cloud Native)
o Knowledge of cloud transformation challenges and approaches
o Experience with Telco Cloud Transformation programs and operating models
o Understanding of CICD/DevOps and operational processes
o Expertise on moving 5G Core to virtualized or cloud native environments
* Operational Transformation & Operating Models for 5G Evolution
o Defining operational transformation approaches for 5G evolution
o Defining processes, metrics/KPIs, and OSS system knowledge for 5G evolution
* Agile Methodologies & DevOps World of Work
* OSS Systems / Support strategies
o Understanding of orchestration solutions, automation techniques, microservices, analytics, and open‑source communities (OpenStack, OPNFV, ONAP)
o Awareness of vendor landscape relative to Ericsson portfolio
* Certifications in standards such as TOGAF, ITIL, TMF TAM/SID, ODA
* Telco Cloud Technology
o Understanding of containers, microservices, MEC, and relevant open‑source communities
o Understanding of public cloud enterprise solutions for CSPs
o Knowledge of telco cloud reference architectures
Qualifications
* 15+ years’ professional experience, including selling and delivering consulting projects
* Proven capability to sell and deliver Core/Technology/Operational Consulting projects
* Previous experience leading consulting practice and teams with P&L accountability
* Sound technical knowledge across Core, Cloud, RAN, Telco Orchestration, B/OSS Transformation domains
* Delivery skills – able to align technical strategies with business ambition, formulate strategies, define transformation journeys, and influence with story‑telling
* Strong people and team leadership skills – coaching, enabling development, and growing teams
* Excellent communication skills and orientation toward innovation and learning
* Experience in international, cross‑cultural environments delivering complex engagements
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Master’s in Business preferred
Location & Travel
Global role, expected travel 50% based on customer needs.
Why join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, you’ll have an outstanding opportunity to use your skills to push the boundaries of what’s possible, build solutions for some of the world’s toughest problems, and work with a diverse team of innovators.
Application Process
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EEO and Diversity Statement
Ericsson is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our team. Ericsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job ID
776964
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