Director-Technology Strategy

In this role, you will direct and lead a large organization of technology professionals responsible for aligning current and future technologies with AT&T’s business goals. You’ll guide complex, multi-year initiatives, evaluate emerging technologies, and drive innovation and operational excellence across key technology domains such as IT, network connectivity, and media and content technology. Your leadership will shape long-term strategy while delivering measurable business outcomes.

What you’ll do

• Lead the long term strategy, architecture, and technology insertion for AT&T’s Mobility Voice Core (IMS) platform
• Align technology initiatives with business objectives by defining and executing strategic plans informed by emerging technology trends, industry research and financial acumen.
• Lead large, multi-layered teams to deliver complex, multi-year programs that drive innovation, operational excellence, and long-term value.
• Partner with business leaders and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, develop strategies, and set technical direction.
• Define and develop analytical tools, models, and frameworks to evaluate competitive, technical, and economic impacts of new technologies.
• Oversee research, data collection, and analysis from internal and external sources to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop data driven business cases for development and technology insertion into the long term capital plan supporting the IMS platform.
• Develop and deliver clear, executive-level communications and recommendations to senior technology and business leadership.

Do you have experience in Technology management?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Experience leading large technology organizations and aligning enterprise technology strategy with business priorities.

• Strong background directing complex, multi-year initiatives across IT, network, or media technology domains.
• Proven ability to conduct and apply technology research, market analysis, and competitive assessments.
• Experience developing strategic frameworks, business cases, and long-range technology plans.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with senior leaders, cross-functional partners, and external stakeholders.
• Strong executive communication skills to translate complex technical insights into clear business recommendations.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired.
• 10+ years of related experience in technology strategy, IT leadership, network technology, or comparable technical domains.
• Demonstrated experience leading large teams, including supervision of managers and senior professionals.
• Proven ability to design and execute strategies that align with enterprise goals and organizational philosophy.
• Experience influencing hiring, performance management, promotion, and compensation decisions.
• Background working in large, complex, or highly scaled environments preferred.

3.73.7 out of 5 stars Alpharetta, GA $171,000 - $287,200 a year - Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Parental leave
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discount, Our Director, Technology Strategy earns between $171,000 - $287,200 annually. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education or training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 28 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Long Term Grants and Deferred Compensation
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Build the future of connectivity by shaping the technologies and strategies that power how the world connects. At AT&T, innovation happens at scale, and our technology leaders help transform bold ideas into real-world impact. Join a team where your strategic thinking and technical leadership directly influence how millions of people communicate, work, and live.