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Principal Member of Technical Staff

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Jul 2025

💰 $241,300/yr($160,900/yr – $241,300/yr)

About the role

Job Description:

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.

At AT&T, we are shaping the future of communications and technology that connect the world. Our Consumer Technology Experience team delivers innovative, reliable solutions to power differentiated, simplified customer experiences. Bring your bold ideas and fearless risk-taking to redefine connectivity and transform how the world shares stories and experiences that matter. When you step into a career with AT&T, you won’t just imagine the future—you’ll create it.

As a Principal Member of Technical Staff, you will be part of a prestigious technical career program designed for engineers passionate about new and emerging technologies. In this role, you will leverage your deep technical expertise, leadership skills, and strategic vision to develop impactful technology solutions that advance AT&T’s broadband and wireless services.

What You’ll Do

Architect, design, and develop advanced systems and solutions in a fast-paced R&D environment focused on emerging technologies, including Generative AI and Agentic AI.
Lead the creation and evolution of products, technical architectures, hardware/software engineering, security, and quality assurance processes.
Provide subject matter expertise during continuous integration and deployment cycles, resolving complex engineering challenges.
Collaborate cross-functionally to align technical solutions with business objectives and customer needs.
Drive innovation in wired broadband and wireless service domains through forward-thinking system designs.
Mentor and guide teams to foster technical excellence and effective collaboration.

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related STEM field with 8+ years of relevant experience (or Master’s/PhD with equivalent experience).
Minimum 6 years of progressive experience developing high-volume Java applications using Java, Spring Framework, and REST APIs.
At least 4 years of experience in wired broadband and/or wireless service management domains.
Proven track record of leading projects end-to-end, from concept through full implementation.
Strong collaborative skills to serve as a liaison across diverse teams, driving alignment and delivery.
Balanced technical and leadership abilities to connect engineering execution with strategic goals.
Innovative mindset with curiosity and creativity to explore complex system designs and “what if?” scenarios.
Preferred experience or strong interest in Generative AI and Agentic AI technologies.

Our Principal Member of Technical Staff, earns between $160,900-$241,300 USD Annual, not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected.
Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone.