Lead Product Technology

Job Description:

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.

Join AT&T and reimagine the communications and technologies that connect the world. Our Consumer Technology experience team is delivering innovative and reliable technology solutions to power differentiated, simplified customer experiences. Bring your bold ideas and fearless risk-taking to redefine connectivity and transform how the world shares stories and experiences that matter. When you step into a career with AT&T, you won't just imagine the future- you'll create it.

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and analytical business professional to oversee, manage, and report on the investment budgets for software and IT projects. This pivotal role requires a strategic thinker with strong financial acumen, exceptional organizational skills, and a collaborative approach to work. You will be responsible for ensuring optimal allocation and utilization of funds, providing actionable insights through monthly reporting, supporting annual planning cycles, and proactively identifying financial trends and risks. Experience working within SAFe Agile and Value Stream operating models is highly desired.

Key Responsibilities:

• Budget Ownership & Management:
  • Develop, manage, and track investment budgets for software and IT projects, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and goals.
  • Monitor actual spend against budget, investigate variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Financial Analysis & Reporting:
  • Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for IT investments, highlighting spend, variances, and trends.
  • Provide detailed analysis on project ROI, cost drivers, and capital expenditures.
• Trend Identification & Insights:
  • Analyze financial data to identify key trends, risks, and opportunities within the IT investment portfolio.
  • Develop dashboards and visualizations for leadership to drive data-driven decisions.
• Annual Planning & Forecasting:
  • Lead and coordinate the annual investment planning and forecasting cycles for IT initiatives.
  • Collaborate with IT, finance, and business leaders to prioritize projects and allocate resources effectively.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Act as a financial advisor to project managers and department heads, providing guidance on budgetary matters and investment strategies.
  • Communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Process Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, tools, and reporting mechanisms.
  • Implement best practices for budget management and financial governance within the IT organization.
• SAFe Agile & Value Stream Collaboration:
  • Partner closely with Value Stream leaders, Release Train Engineers, and Agile teams to align investment budgets with SAFe Agile planning cycles (e.g., PI Planning, Inspect & Adapt).
  • Support and enable Lean-Agile budgeting practices, including participatory budgeting and decentralized decision-making within Value Streams.
  • Provide financial insights and reporting tailored to Agile Release Trains (ARTs) and Value Stream performance metrics.
  • Adapt budget management approaches to support incremental and iterative funding models, ensuring flexibility as priorities shift in Agile environments.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement by leveraging feedback from Agile teams and Value Streams to refine budgeting and investment processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in budget management, financial analysis, or investment planning-preferably within an IT or software environment.
• Strong understanding of IT project lifecycles and software development processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling; experience with financial management tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Adaptive Insights) preferred.
• Hands-on experience working in a SAFe Agile environment and with Value Stream operating models.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AT&T Business products, driving innovation, and delivering value to customers. You'll work in a collaborative, high-impact environment where your expertise and leadership will be recognized and celebrated. If you are ready to take ownership, solve complex challenges, and make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

Our Lead Product Technology, earn between $143,800 - $215,800. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/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 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• 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

A career with us, a global leader in communications and technology, comes with big rewards. As part of our team, you'll lead transformation surrounded by trailblazing industry leaders like you. You'll be empowered to go above and beyond - making a difference through company-sponsored initiatives or connecting and networking through one of our many employee groups.

And regardless of where you're at in your career trajectory, you'll be rewarded by the impact that comes with making a difference in the lives of millions.

With AT&T, you'll be a part of something greater, do incredible things and be rewarded with a chance to change the world.

AT&T will consider for employment qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of federal, State, and local laws.

Ready to close the deal on a career with AT&T?

Apply today.

Weekly Hours:
40

Time Type:
Regular

Location:
Dallas, Texas

Salary Range:
$143,800.00 - $215,800.00

It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.