CareerPlan

Head of AI Innovation

Reading,Berkshire,United KingdomFull-time2026-10-30 → 2026-11-11

Core

Leads Ericsson's Network Intelligence AI Innovation organisation to create, prove, and package Level 4–5 autonomous operations solutions for network managed services and intelligence customers.

Role type

Strategy-level Head of AI Innovation (Network Intelligence)

Builds

Level 4–5 autonomous operations solutions, digital-engineer blueprints, and industrialized AI packages for CSPs and network operators.

Domain

Telecom, Network Operations, AI/GenAI, Autonomous Operations

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

AI/GenAI/Agentic AI strategy, Autonomous Operations (Level 4–5), Portfolio management, Stakeholder engagement, Risk management, Organizational leadership, Scenario design, Industrialization

Preferred skills

Hyperscaler ecosystem experience, TM Forum frameworks, Digital transformation

Technologies

GenAI, Agentic AI, ML, Cloud platforms, Intent-based operations

Responsibilities

Own AI and autonomous operations vision and portfolio strategy; Lead the AI Innovation organisation and senior leaders; Ensure design, build, and validation of high-value Level 4 scenarios; Sponsor lighthouse deals and co-innovation with key partners; Chair AI Innovation governance for investment and resource allocation; Enable sales and delivery teams with industrialized packages.

Seniority

Executive (VP/Director level), Strategy & Mentorship