**Introduction** A career in IBM Software means you’ll be part of a team that transforms our customer’s challenges into industry-leading solutions. We are an infinitely curious team, always seeking new possibilities, and dedicated to creating the world’s leading AI-powered, cloud-native software solutions. Our renowned legacy creates endless global opportunities for our network of IBMers. We are a team of deep product experts, ensuring exceptional client experiences, with a focus on delivery, excellence, and obsession over customer outcomes. IBM’s product and technology landscape includes Research, Software, and Infrastructure. Entering this domain positions you at the heart of IBM, where growth and innovation thrive. **Your role and responsibilities** 6-10+ years of experience in product, operations, design, strategy, or a related cross-functional leadership role Proven experience supporting or working closely with senior leaders in high-growth or complex organizations Demonstrated success leading strategic initiatives and driving operational improvements across multiple functions Experience working within or adjacent to product, design, and engineering organizations Familiarity with product development processes and organizational planning cycles (OKRs, roadmaps, reviews, etc.) **Required technical and professional expertise** Exceptional ability to bring clarity and structure to ambiguous, fast-moving situations Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to distill complex ideas into clear, actionable communication Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a strong bias for execution and accountability Skilled at identifying bottlenecks and designing scalable systems, processes, and rhythms Comfortable driving initiatives without direct authority through influence, trust, and cross-functional coordination Excellent interpersonal skills; builds trust quickly with a wide range of stakeholders **Preferred technical and professional experience** Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, action-oriented approach Proactive, self-starting, and able to anticipate problems before they arise Comfortable owning outcomes in environments with incomplete information Strong sense of ownership and accountability - you don’t wait to be asked Collaborative and low-ego - thrives in a team-first, impact-driven culture Deep belief in the value of craft, clarity, and continuous improvement IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.