Sr. Product Manager
Sr. Product Manager
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$ 121600 - 219400
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T-Mobile is seeking a Sr. Product Manager to lead the cross-functional execution and operationalization of our device portfolio across multiple categorieshandsets wearables trackers and connected computing. This individual will serve as a critical bridge between sourcing product engineering and executive teams to ensure device proposals are evaluated launched and managed with operational rigor and technical depth.You will need to understand core technical elements of devicesincluding connectivity standards chipset differences sensor stacks AI capabilities and platform integrations (e.g. Smartcom T-Life satellite readiness)and translate these into actionable project plans timelines and decisions. Your ability to communicate technical trade-offs clearly while orchestrating large-scale portfolio planning processes is key.
Responsibilities:
Portfolio Strategy & Slot Planning
- Lead quarterly device portfolio planning defining device mix and slot allocation across all channels and customer segments.
- Align device decisions with company strategy LOB input market forecasts competitive analysis and OEM capabilities.
- Develop clear slot strategies that balance cost innovation and customer value.
- Apply forecasting models Power BI or other dashboards and customer/product metrics to shape portfolio-level decisions and roadmap development.
- Introduce and scale processes for strategic performance reviews and continuous portfolio optimization.
- Work closely with LOBs product managers finance sourcing and operations teams to align on goals assess outcomes and optimize execution.
Project & Technical Coordination
- Lead and manage end-to-end project timelines for portfolio slot planning device sourcing and slot delivery across all roadmap categories.
- Serve as a technical sounding board during RFP evaluationshelping assess trade-offs in chipset selection OS readiness feature functionality feasibility AI integration and platform compatibility.
- Maintain central documentation on OEM commitments submitted proposals certifications/capabilities (e.g. Wear O/S PTCRB GCF) device specs supported features and overall maturity/readiness of all finalist proposals.
- Identify improve and implement process changes where needed to create a more effective and efficient portfolio management and sourcing team (RACIs meeting efficiencies weekly/monthly communications Stop-Start-Kill etc.).
Cross-Functional Device Planning
- Partner with Strategic Sourcing Portfolio Strategy Product Management and LOBs to translate strategic slot decisions into operational portfolio sourcing plans.
- Coordinate and manage sourcing related milestones including annual and in-year strategy update reviews monthly communication publications and 3x per year portfolio sourcing programs.
- Track deliverables across device categories/tiers and form a single source of truth for portfolio execution.
AI & Emerging Technology Engagement
- Support evaluation of AI-powered devices including emerging categories like wearable assistants motion-AI trackers and smart camera stacks.
- Work with vendors to validate AI capabilities (on-device vs. cloud-based) model performance and power trade-offs.
- Contribute to the implementation playbook for integrating AI/ML devices into TMOs internal or third-party cloud systems.
Platform & Ecosystem Compatibility
- Validate OEM support for TMO-specific needs: T-Life app OTA/FOTA management MQTT protocols Band 25/Satellite logic etc.
- Identify escalate and help resolve device specification or backend system roadblocks that could delay portfolio inclusion.
- Act as a liaison between TMOs platform/engineering teams and external vendors on key feature/functionality integration touchpoints (NTN RedCap eSIM).
Executive Communications & Documentation
- Create and maintain executive-ready reporting on portfolio slot execution risk mitigation and program status.
- Contribute to business reviews and sourcing meetings by summarizing technical differentiators and project implications.
- Support internal presentations to align stakeholders on trade-offs (e.g. device size vs. battery vs. AI model complexity).
- Support PRD development and refresh existing PRDs in support of next gen products for various product categories particularly in our BTS (Beyond the Smartphone) space.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Computer Science or related technical field (MBA or PMP a plus).
- 7 years in product strategy sourcing or technology product lifecycle rolespreferably in device telecom or portfolio-heavy environments.
- Proven success in portfolio strategy roadmap planning or category management.
- Demonstrated ability to convert complex data sets into executive-level narratives and decisions
- Strong technical fluency in mobile technologies (chipsets sensors connectivity) platform integrations (e.g. Smartcom AWS Azure IoT) and device certification pathways.
- Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks (Edge AI motion detection computer vision) and their implementation in resource-constrained devices.
- Track record managing cross-functional workstreams across sourcing engineering lab and finance.
- Strong organizational risk management and stakeholder communication skills.
- Experience working with OEMs or ODMs across geographies including Asia-based manufacturing partners.
Preferred Attributes
- Experience supporting device slot strategy in a large mobile carrier or OEM.
- Proven ability to translate technical details for business and sourcing stakeholders.
- Demonstrated success managing multiple simultaneous fast-moving projects with varying technical complexity.
- Excitement about the role of AI 5G and satellite connectivity in shaping the future of connected devices.
- Demonstrated program management capabilities.
- At least 18 years of age
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Travel:
Travel Required (Yes/No): Yes
DOT Regulated:
DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No): No
Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No): No
The pay range above is the general base pay range for a successful candidate in the role. The successful candidates actual pay will be based on various factors such as work location qualifications and experience so the actual starting pay will vary within this range.
At T-Mobile employees in regular non-temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus based on their role. Most Corporate employees are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance and which is set at a percentage of the employees eligible earnings in the prior year. Certain positions in Customer Care are eligible for monthly bonuses based on individual and/or team performance. To find the pay range for this role based on hiring location T-Mobile our benefits exemplify the spirit of One Team Together! A big part of how we care for one another is working to ensure our benefits evolve to meet the needs of our team members. Full and part-time employees have access to the same benefits when eligible. We cover all of the bases offering medical dental and vision insurance a flexible spending account 401(k) employee stock grants employee stock purchase plan paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually - paid parental and family leave family building benefits back-up care enhanced family support childcare subsidy tuition assistance college coaching short- and long-term disability voluntary AD&D coverage voluntary accident coverage voluntary life insurance voluntary disability insurance and voluntary long-term care insurance. We dont stop there - eligible employees can also receive mobile service & home internet discounts pet insurance and access to commuter and transit programs! To learn about T-Mobiles amazing benefits check out.Never stop growing!
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
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