Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from AT&T
Job overview
The Associate Director-Product Management & Development at AT&T leads product lifecycle management for complex business or consumer products, driving innovation and growth within the company's IT ecosystem.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves overseeing product managers, conducting market and customer research, developing product roadmaps, managing budgets, collaborating with cross-functional teams, negotiating with vendors, and ensuring product lifecycle performance to meet business goals.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $158,200 to $237,400 annually, with benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, adoption reimbursement, disability and life insurance, employee assistance programs, wellness programs, and employee discounts.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 6+ years of relevant experience, expertise in IT field operations, a bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, and certifications like SAFe 4.0 or PO/PM are desirable.
Work environment and culture
AT&T promotes an inclusive and equal opportunity work environment with a focus on innovation, employee wellness, and professional growth.
Company information
AT&T is a leading integrated communications and entertainment company focused on developing new technologies to connect customers globally, with a strong commitment to innovation and employee development.
Job location and travel
This is a full-time, on-site position located in Dallas, Texas, requiring a minimum of 5 days per week office presence with no relocation support.
Unique job features
The role is distinguished by its leadership in managing complex product lines, involvement in strategic vendor negotiations, and direct impact on AT&T's next-generation IT ecosystem and field operations.
Company overview
AT&T is a leading telecommunications company that provides mobile and fixed telephone services, broadband, and digital television. They generate revenue primarily through subscription fees for their wireless and wireline services, as well as through advertising and content distribution. Founded in 1885 as the American Telephone and Telegraph Company, AT&T has a rich history of innovation, including the development of the transistor and the launch of the first communications satellite. The company has also undergone significant mergers and acquisitions, such as the purchase of Time Warner in 2018, to expand its media and entertainment offerings.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your leadership in product management, particularly your experience overseeing product lifecycles from definition to end-of-life, aligning with AT&T's focus on managing complex products and driving business outcomes.
Highlight your expertise in field operations from the IT perspective, your ability to partner cross-functionally with business, technology, UX, and third-party vendors, and your skills in market analysis, business case development, and P&L responsibility.
Apply through multiple channels including AT&T's official corporate careers site, LinkedIn, and other reputable job boards where AT&T listings appear to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current AT&T employees in the Corporate Systems or Product Management divisions on LinkedIn; break the ice by referencing AT&T’s commitment to digital transformation or asking about their experience working on product lifecycle management or technology integration projects.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'product lifecycle management,' 'field operations IT,' 'business case development,' 'P&L management,' 'vendor negotiation,' and 'cross-functional collaboration' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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