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Director Data Analytics and AI

Ericsson
paid time off, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Plano
Jul 12, 2025
Join our Team About this opportunity: Job Locations: Boise,ID or Plano,TX Cradlepoint 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 60,000+ 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 (BEWS) 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 fast in enterprise Private 5G networks and Secure Access Services Edge (SASE) solutions. How Will You Contribute to the Company? The Director of Data, Analytics, and AI will be instrumental in defining and executing the organization's data and analytics strategy, establishing a strong foundation that drives insights and AI, resulting in optimized processes, innovation and correct decision making. Reporting to the Vice President of Enterprise Applications, this role combines technical expertise, strategic oversight, and leadership to deliver impactful business outcomes. The individual in this role will act as a visionary, identifying transformative opportunities within the ever-expanding landscape of data technologies and AI innovations. They will champion the adoption of cutting-edge methodologies and foster an environment where curiosity and experimentation thrive, ensuring the organization remains ahead of the curve in an increasingly competitive market. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the organization's data and AI strategy, drive impactful innovation, and lead a talented team in navigating the evolving landscape of analytics and artificial intelligence. What you will do Drive a culture of insights-driven decision-making and promote the value of data and AI across the organization. Develop and execute a comprehensive roadmap for data, analytics and AI aligned with strategic objectives and business priorities. Identify opportunities to integrate AI solutions into existing operations. Lead and mentor a diverse team of data analysts, engineers, and AI specialists, ensuring a collaborative and innovative environment. Foster continuous learning and professional development within the team. Oversee the collection, storage, and management of structured and unstructured data from various sources, ensuring data integrity, timeliness and security. Build and maintain a robust data infrastructure and systems using cloud platforms and modern technologies. Ensure compliance with data governance policies, regulatory requirements, and best practices in privacy and security. Lead efforts to implement advanced analytics techniques, including predictive modeling, machine learning, and statistical analysis, to extract actionable insights. Stay abreast of emerging AI technologies and trends to proactively integrate them into the organization's operations. Communicate findings and recommendations to executive leadership and other stakeholders through compelling visualizations, dashboards, and presentations. Collaborate effectively across functions to influence and drive decision-making. The skills you bring Education: Bachelor's degree in data science, computer science, statistics, mathematics, or a related field; or equivalent work experience. Advanced degree preferred. Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in data analytics, with a proven track record in leadership roles. 3 years experience delivering AI solutions Proficiency in data warehouse tools such as Snowflake and visualization tools like Power BI. Strong understanding of data governance frameworks and regulatory requirements. Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and modern data technologies (e.g., Fivetran, dbt, Snowflake) is advantageous. Demonstrable experience in deploying AI capabilities within an enterprise organization. Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences. Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, balancing short-term priorities with long-term goals. Proven ability to inspire and lead a diverse team and collaborate effectively across organizational levels. 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. Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives 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 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) \|\| Boise (ID) Job details: Line Manager 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 range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience. Your Health Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions offers excellent, competitive employee benefits, such as: subsidized, nationwide PPO medical benefit options including a low-deductible Point of Service Plan and a qualifying High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), with a generous company-provided HSA contribution. For California employees, we offer a subsidized HMO option through Kaiser. Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions also offers subsidized dental and vision coverage. Your Financial Security We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. Our 401(k) plan has a 4% company match and immediate vesting. Employees will also receive company-paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance and company-paid disability benefits. 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 Enterprise Wireless Solutions offers other company-paid benefits such as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace mobile therapy, and volunteer paid time off.