Head of Engineering - Telecom

About the Role Seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Engineering to lead Telecom Products and R&D function. The role will be responsible for driving product innovation, technology strategy, product architecture, engineering excellence, and new product development. The incumbent will lead multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop world-class telecom products and solutions while ensuring alignment with market requirements, customer expectations, and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities Engineering & Technology Leadership Define and execute the engineering and technology roadmap for telecom products Lead the overall product engineering, R&D, design, development, validation, and commercialization activities Drive engineering excellence through robust development processes, design reviews, and quality standards Establish best practices for product architecture, system design, testing, and product lifecycle management Evaluate emerging technologies and incorporate innovations into future product offerings Research & Development Lead R&D initiatives for next-generation telecom products and communication technologies Drive innovation and product differentiation through advanced engineering solutions Identify new technology opportunities and collaborate with industry partners, research institutions, and technology providers Promote intellectual property creation, patents, and proprietary technology development Product Development Manage the complete New Product Development (NPD) lifecycle from concept to market launch. Work closely with Product Management, Sales, and Business teams to define product requirements and roadmaps. Oversee hardware, firmware, software, embedded systems, and system integration activities.

Ensure products meet performance, scalability, reliability, regulatory, and customer requirements. Drive continuous product improvement and cost optimization initiatives. Technical Governance Review and approve product architectures, technical specifications, and engineering design.

Establish engineering KPIs, development milestones, and performance metrics Ensure compliance with telecom industry standards, certifications, and quality requirements. Lead technical risk assessment and mitigation strategies. Team Leadership Build, mentor, and lead high-performing engineering and R&D teams.

Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. Drive talent development, succession planning, and technical competency enhancement. Attract and retain top engineering talent.

Stakeholder Management Collaborate with customers, technology partners, suppliers, and industry bodies. Provide technical leadership during customer discussions, product demonstrations, and strategic engagements. Support business development activities by translating customer needs into technical solutions.

Educational Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Electronics & Communication Engineering, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or related field. Master's Degree (M.Tech/MS) preferred Experience 15+ years of experience in Telecom Product Engineering, R&D, Product Development, or Technology Leadership. Minimum 5 years of experience leading engineering and R&D teams.

Proven track record in developing and commercializing telecom products and communication solutions.