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Lead Product Manager-Neutral Host

Ericsson
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Plano
Apr 04, 2025
Join our Team About this opportunity Location: Santa Clara,CA Or Plano, TX Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor US work authorizations for this job position including H-1B, O-1, and TN. Ericsson also does not hire F-1's working on EAD for this position. As the technology firm that created the mobile world and a rich history of 145 years of building ground-breaking solutions and innovative technologies supported by 60k+ patents, Ericsson has made it our business to make a mark. When joining our team at Ericsson you are empowered to learn, lead and perform at your best, shaping the future of technology. This is a place where you are welcomed as your own perfectly unique self, and celebrated for the skills, talent, and perspective you bring to the team. Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions is the group responsible for leading Ericsson's Enterprise Networking and Security business. Our growing product portfolio spans across wide area networks, local area networks and enterprise security. We are the #1 global market leader in Wireless-WAN based enterprise connectivity solutions and are growing rapidly in enterprise Private 5G networks and Secure Access Services Edge (SASE) solutions. How Will You Contribute to the Company? We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lead Neutral Host Product Manager to drive the strategy, roadmap, and cross-functional execution of our neutral host product portfolio tailored to enterprise environments. You will be responsible for delivering scalable, carrier-grade infrastructure and multi-operator connectivity solutions that support mobile network operators, private networks, and enterprise connectivity across venues such as stadiums, airports, campuses, and urban environments. This is a highly cross-functional role, ideal for someone who combines technical depth, commercial savvy, and a strong understanding of wireless network architectures, particularly in the context of neutral host deployments (5G, DAS, MOCN, MORAN, small cells, private LTE/5G). This is a critical leadership role at the intersection of wireless infrastructure, mobile operator integration, and enterprise connectivity. This position can be located at our headquarters in Plano, Texas or our Silicon Valley office. What you will do Define and maintain the long-term vision, strategy, and roadmap to support multiple operators and enterprise connectivity use cases (stadiums, airports, corporate offices, manufacturing plants, logistics hubs, etc.). Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to identify customer needs, emerging trends, and potential partnerships in the neutral host ecosystem. Collaborate with MNOs, venue owners, OEMs, and ecosystem partners to define requirements and validate network-sharing models. Translate market needs and business requirements into detailed product specifications, and acceptance criteria for engineering teams. Partner with Commercial Management to drive commercial strategy including product positioning, pricing models, and total cost of ownership analysis. Leverage a strong understanding of wireless network architectures, including Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS), Multi-Operator Core Network (MOCN), Multi-Operator Radio Access Network (MORAN), and other relevant neutral host models, to guide product development and technical discussions. Support customer engagements and pre-sales discussions as the subject matter expert for Neutral Host offerings. Identify and evaluate potential technology and deployment partners within the neutral host ecosystem. Work with marketing and sales teams to develop and execute effective go-to-market strategies, including product positioning, messaging, and sales enablement. Establish clear expectations and achievement milestones while providing input to Executive Staff on strategic objectives to ensure the Company's profitability and success. Skills you bring Qualifications: 10+ years of product management experience in telecom, wireless infrastructure, or enterprise network solutions. Deep hands-on experience with at least three of the following architectures: -DAS (Distributed Antenna Systems) -MOCN (Multi-Operator Core Network) -MORAN (Multi-Operator RAN) -Neutral Host small cells -Private LTE/5G or CBRS-based deployments Experience working directly with enterprises on indoor wireless connectivity projects. Proven experience delivering multi-operator or shared RAN solutions in collaboration Enterprises, and Tier 1/Tier 2 MNOs. Strong knowledge of RAN architecture, core network integration, backhaul/front haul, and RF performance metrics. Experience working in or alongside network engineering and deployment teams. Experience with spectrum coordination, licensing models, and indoor/outdoor wireless network design. Understanding of Open RAN, vRAN, and Cloud RAN ecosystems and network slicing technologies. Experience with real estate owners, public-private partnerships, neutral host business models, and infrastructure leasing models. Understanding of enterprise verticals such as healthcare, manufacturing, transportation, or commercial real estate. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value and product features. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills - both technical and executive audiences. Advanced degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or an MBA is a plus. Ability to travel up to 20% Why join Ericsson? At Ericsson, youll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of whats possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. Youll be challenged, but you won't be alone. Youll 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. Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we nurture 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. If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.mana@ericsson.com DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned. Primary country and city: United States (US) \|\| Santa Clara Job details: Strategic Product Management Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals. Your Pay The salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience. * Santa Clara: $204,000 - $306,000 Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan: Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit's objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply. Your Health Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Employees will receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents. Your Financial Security We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. The Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and Ericsson matches $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay. When you contribute at least 5% of eligible pay, you are receiving Ericsson's full matching contributions. Matching and company automatic contributions stop when your total eligible pay for the year reaches the IRS limits. Employees will also receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson's Stock Purchase Plan. Your Time Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee's start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay. Additional Benefits Ericsson offers many other company-paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, and recognition programs.