Head of Network and BOS Consulting – EricssonJoin to apply for the Head of Network and BOS consulting role at Ericsson.The objective of Ericsson Consulting is to deliver engagements that generate value for our customers and enable greater value to Ericsson. We are looking for a highly experienced Techno-Operational Consulting Leader to lead the NW & BOS Transformation Consulting practice and to be part of the Global Consulting Leadership Team that leads business and offerings across Ericsson.Grow with usWe need a highly regarded professional with proven and comprehensive expertise in working with Communication Service Providers (CSPs) across OSS, Core/Cloud, RAN, Telco Orchestration, SMO, with good exposure to BSS Transformation domains from technology, and operational transformation perspectives – though with a strong business aspect in mind. This practice will engage in areas such as Autonomous Networks Strategy, O/BSS transformation, 5G Core/SA Value Argumentation, Cloud/HCP Operating Model, etc. The team will act as an end‑to‑end Telecom Technology Consulting Hub for the Global Consulting team and will combine solid technical expertise with operating‑model knowledge—process, organizational, metrics and systems—and a business mindset to advise CSPs.Responsibilities as a Global Consulting Team LeaderDrive global P&L and define objectives for the NW & BOS Transformation Consulting domainIdentify, develop and manage a portfolio of leading NW & BOS Transformation Consulting offeringsIdentify consulting opportunities by working with technical professionals—sales and solution architectsNurture and convert opportunities while contributing actively to consulting proposalsGuide / lead delivery of consulting projects / programs across the globeEngage as a thought leader at the CxO levelLead the NW & BOS Transformation consulting team comprising senior membersManage stakeholders in consulting communities across geographiesActively contribute outside your domain to reach overall business objectivesDomain Expertise Area DetailsAN, Orchestration & Automation transformationGood understanding of the Autonomous networks e2e methodology, and orchestration & automation transformation approaches taken by industry leaders and global early adopters, especially from an operations and systems perspective.Thorough appreciation of the challenges and impacts of Orchestration & Automation transformation, as well as practical experience of transformation delivery programs (e.G., including organizational impacts, process impacts, systems integration and operational transformation)5G Core and 5G NetworkGood understanding of 5G Core—specifically as related to technology evolution towards 5G, Core deployment options (such as SA)Good understanding of end‑to‑end technology evolution beyond Core—especially RAN (and Transport) to advise clients on 5G technology evolutionVery strong understanding of the business implications of the 5G Core (and other technologies) technology options and roadmap, i.E., how 5G use cases / 5G monetisation are enabled by the technology options and technology roadmapTelco Cloud transformation—Both Virtualisation and Cloud NativeGood knowledge of cloud transformation challenges, impacts and approaches taken by industry leaders and global early adopters, especially from technology and deployment perspectives.Practical experience of Telco Cloud Transformation programmes and cloud operating modelsKnowledge of CICD / DevOps and related operational processes / impactsExpertise on the operational implications of moving 5G Core and other network elements to Virtualised or Cloud Native—both in hybrid and public environmentsOperational transformation, and operating models to support 5G EvolutionStrong competence in defining operational transformation approaches for evolution to 5G and various 5G opportunitiesStrong capability to define various aspects of operating model for 5G Evolution—such as processes (performance management, fault management, assurance, automation, field services, etc.), metrics / KPIs, and high‑level OSS systems knowledge (inventory, assurance and activation, etc.)Strong understanding of new Agile methodologies and DevOps WoWOSS Systems / Support strategiesGood understanding of operational trends and system approaches (e.G., orchestration solutions, use of automation techniques, closed‑loop automation, microservices, use of analytics, policies, etc.) and relevant open‑source communities (OpenStack, OPNFV, ONAP, etc.)Awareness of the competitor vendor landscape, with an appreciation of relative strengths / weaknesses with respect to the Ericsson portfolioStrong knowledge and certifications of standards such as TOGAF, ITIL and standard architectures such as TMF TAM/SID/etc. and ODASupporting Capability—Telco Cloud TechnologyGood understanding of Telco Cloud technology trends (e.G., containers, microservices, MEC, etc.) and relevant open‑source communitiesGood understanding of public cloud enterprise solutions and its pros & cons for communication service providersGood understanding of Telco Cloud reference architecturesQualification Details15+ years of professional experience including demonstrated ability to sell and deliver consulting projectsProven capability to sell and deliver Core / Technology / Operational Consulting projects with the business mindsetPrevious experience leading consulting business, consulting practice and consulting teams, including P&L accountabilitySound technical knowledge across Core, Cloud, RAN, Telco Orchestration, and B/OSS Transformation domainsSound delivery skillsAbility to create plans to align technical strategies with business ambitionHighly experienced in formulating strategies, and defining transformation journeysProven ability to excel in fact‑based storytelling with strong influencing skillsStrong people and team leadership skillStrong ability to coach and enable individual developmentProven track record of team growth as well as operational management of teamSound behavioural skillsExcellent oral and written communication skills and high orientation towards innovation and learningExperience and ability to work in international and cross‑cultural environments selling and delivering complex engagements in cross‑functional teamsResults‑oriented and commercial thinkingBachelor’s Degree in Engineering, and preferably a Master’s in BusinessLocation & TravelGlobal opportunities;
expected travel is 50% based on needs of the business.Why Join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you’ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what’s possible. To build solutions never seen before for 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.Equal Opportunity StatementEncouraging a diverse and 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 realise their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.Primary Country and CityIndia (IN) || Gurgaon#J-18808-Ljbffr