Senior Director, Technology Strategy

Charter Communications; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Charter Communications is seeking a Senior Director of Technology Strategy to define and drive Spectrum's technology roadmap. You will partner with executives to shape the future of Spectrum's technology portfolio and elevate the TSI ecosystem to deliver measurable business results.

You will lead enterprise-wide technology strategies across domains including wireless and wireline networks, guiding major initiatives, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration while mentoring senior teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, CS, Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of telecommunication leadership focused on data management, analysis and BI.
• Strong quantitative analytical skills and Excel-based modeling.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute technology strategies aligned to Spectrum's portfolio and market success.
• Collaborate with technology and product leaders to develop enterprise-wide strategies including wireless and wireline networks.
• Provide strategic guidance for major TSI initiatives and opportunities.
• Translate complex business challenges into technology-focused solutions.
• Lead, mentor and develop teams, recruit and coach leaders and staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Talent management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

AI tools

Job description

Do you thrive at the intersection of technology vision and business intelligence? Spectrum is seeking a Senior Director, Technology Strategy to define and drive our technology roadmap for Technology Strategy & Innovation (TSI) organization, partnering with senior executives across the company to shape the future of Spectrum's technology portfolio. As a champion of impactful strategy, your expertise will elevate our TSI technology ecosystem and deliver measurable business results.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Define and execute technology strategies that align Spectrum's portfolio to market success
• Collaborate with technology and product leaders to develop enterprise-wide technology strategies across a range of relevant domains, including wireless and wireline networks
• Provide strategic guidance for major TSI initiatives, including emerging technology development, competitive assessment, and strategic opportunity development
• Recommend and implement strategies for competitive positioning and technology development, including quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Translate complex business challenges into solutions across technology-focused strategic initiatives
• Lead, mentor and develop high-performing teams, recruiting and coaching leaders and staff to maximize their potential
• Manage budgets, prioritize initiatives and reinforce customer service and business ethics across the department

Working Conditions

• Office environment
• Some travel required

What You'll Bring to Spectrum

• A grounding in the technology and market dynamics of major communications service providers
• A strategic mindset, ability to listen and learn, develop productive cross-functional relationships, and lead teams through complex topics to productive outcomes

Required Qualifications

• Technology familiarity or training in wireless and wireline connectivity
• Knowledge of cable industry services and communications market dynamics in the United States
• Quantitative analytic skills, including Excel-based modeling
• Presentation and communication capabilities, including expert use of PowerPoint
• AI tool familiarity to accelerate research, analysis, and outputs

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent experience.

Experience

• 10+ years of telecommunication industry leadership experience focused on data management, data analysis and business intelligence

Skills

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Familiarity with technology and business trends to identify opportunities and threats
• Ability to leverage emerging technologies to support business needs
• Ability to influence others and build consensus in cross-functional environments
• Proven leadership of people and projects to achieve high-impact outcomes
• Effective communication skills across listening, verbal, written and presentation formats
• Strong analytical and conflict resolution abilities
• Negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated, independent, cooperative, flexible and creative approach
• Effective team-building, recruiting and talent management abilities
• Persuasive skills and positive influence
• Ability to act independently with limited direction
• Strong planning, prioritization and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a technical field or MBA

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Get to Know Us

Charter Communications provides superior communication and entertainment products for residential and business customers through the Spectrum brand. Our offerings include Spectrum Internet, TV, Mobile and Voice. Beyond our connectivity solutions, we also provide local news, programming and regional sports via Spectrum Networks and multiscreen advertising solutions via Spectrum Reach. When you join our team, you'll be keeping our customers connected to what matters most in 41 states across the U.S. Watch this video to learn more.

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We're committed to growing a workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve - providing opportunities for employment and advancement to all team members. Spectrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including job seekers with disabilities and veterans. Learn about Life at Spectrum.