Deputy General Manager - IoT and Private Networks

As a General Manager of Product Management & Solution Engineering (IoT) at Tata Communications, your role will involve driving the product management strategy for IoT, Computer Vision, and Private Network portfolios. You will lead the definition, design, and delivery of end-to-end solutions for large enterprise customers, shaping product strategy, building scalable offerings, and developing competitive pricing models. Your responsibilities will include: - Leading the overall product management strategy for Tata Communications IoT, Computer Vision, and Private Network portfolios. - Defining product roadmaps and solution blueprints aligned with enterprise customer needs and emerging technology trends. - Developing competitive and sustainable pricing strategies for IoT and connectivity solutions. - Overseeing solution engineering teams in designing and delivering enterprise-grade IoT and AI solutions. - Collaborating with sales, marketing, and delivery teams to create differentiated go-to-market offerings. - Partnering with technology and engineering teams to ensure scalable architecture, robust security, and interoperability. - Acting as a trusted advisor to enterprise customers, engaging directly with CIOs/CTOs to co-create IoT-driven solutions. - Driving partnerships and ecosystem development with device manufacturers, cloud providers, and AI/ML solution partners. - Monitoring industry trends, competitive offerings, and regulatory frameworks to drive product innovation and compliance. - Establishing KPIs for product performance, adoption, and customer success. Desired Skill Sets: - Proven track record (12+ years) in product management, solution engineering, or business leadership within IoT, private networks, or digital transformation. - Deep expertise in full stack IoT products, including edge devices, connectivity, platforms, and enterprise applications. - Strong knowledge of computer vision and AI-powered applications, including video analytics, ML model integration, and industrial/retail use cases. - Experience building and pricing enterprise-grade solutions with clear ROI articulation for large global customers. - Demonstrated success in working directly with large enterprises in consultative or co-creation engagements. - Familiarity with cloud-native architectures, edge computing, 5G/LPWAN technologies, and IoT security frameworks. - Strong leadership, communication, and executive stakeholder management skills. - Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a dynamic, high-growth environment. - Comfort leading cross-functional teams across product, engineering, sales, and delivery.,