Director of Strategy and Development

Are you an experienced Software Development professional with expertise in OSS/BSS Frontend UI?

If so, this is your chance to join a global leader in OSS & BSS systems. We are currently seeking a dynamic Director of Strategy and Development to spearhead our client’s product development efforts.

If you have a strong background in Telecoms, excel in team leadership, and have hands-on software development skills, we want to hear from you.

My client is based in the USA however they are open to candidate from other countries, the only stipulation is that you can effectively communicate in English at a high level.

Please Note: In this role you will be actively coding during the initial few months for potentially a large part of your day. This will change to a more leadership/strategy role once the development has been stabilized.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Vision: Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for modernizing our product portfolio, aligned with our client's vision and objectives.
• Innovative Leadership: Lead a cross-functional R&D team in designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge telecom solutions. Leverage cloud-native, serverless, and containerized technologies.
• Collaborative Partner: Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to transform business requirements into technical solutions, enhancing our competitive edge and customer value.
• Technical Mentorship: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the R&D team, nurturing a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.
• Hands-on Involvement: Actively contribute to the design, coding, testing, and debugging of software solutions, ensuring compliance with modern development methodologies.
• Industry Insights: Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory changes in the telecom sector to guide product development and strategy.
• End-to-End Ownership: Manage the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to deployment and ongoing maintenance, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define product roadmaps, feature sets, and delivery schedules that meet customer needs.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance: Oversee compliance with industry standards, security protocols, and quality assurance processes in product development.
• Partnership Building: Foster collaborative partnerships with external vendors, partners, and clients to enhance product offerings and maintain a competitive edge.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
• Proven experience in migrating on-premise applications to the cloud, with a deep understanding of cloud migration challenges and best practices.
• Extensive software development experience (8+ years) with cloud-native, serverless, message queues, and containerized technologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server, C++, C#, .Net, Node JS, Socket.io, Angular, TypeScript, Chart JS, Git, and Azure DevOps.
• Telecom industry experience, specifically in OSS/BSS, Point of Sale, Customer Care, Service Fulfillment, Collections, Trouble Ticketing, Provisioning, Mediation, Self-Care, Roaming, Interconnect, and related domains.
• Strong leadership skills, with a proven ability to lead, motivate, and mentor technical teams.
• Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities, with a passion for driving innovation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration across teams and with stakeholders.
• Product management experience and leadership in cross-functional initiatives is a plus.
• Track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and compliance requirements in the telecom sector.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Professional development opportunities and continuous learning support.
• Flexible work arrangements and a dynamic, inclusive work environment.
• Opportunity to shape the future of the telecom industry through innovative product modernization efforts.

Join our client in redefining the future of telecom solutions. If you meet these criteria and are ready for an exciting career change, we encourage you to apply for this role. Make your mark on the industry with them!