Lead Software Engineering
Plano, Texas
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.
Join AT&T and reimagine the communications and technologies that connect the world. Our Consumer Technology Experience team is delivering innovative and reliable technology 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.
Position Overview: This senior-level career opportunity is responsible for the overall delivery process of a software application or service, including design, development, testing, deployment, production application support (e.g., troubleshooting), and maintenance with a focus on automation.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Collaborate to gather and review software requirements/user stories, provide estimates, create software design specifications, and collaborate with engineers/architects to assess and test hardware and software interactions.
Execute a specific development methodology through application of various programming languages.
Create and execute automated test plans/strategies utilizing business requirements and collaborate with engineers/architects, clients, etc. to validate test environments, test data and test results, design and implement code fixes, validate outcomes against expected results, and produce associated reporting.
In addition to Unit Test, responsibilities may include dynamic application security testing, interface testing, integration testing, end-to-end testing, and/or user acceptance testing.
Support applications and solve configuration and environment issues. Support the software deployment process.
Required Skills and Experience:
Proven problem-solving skills with hands-on experience in Java Spring Boot, Kafka (event-driven programming), Cassandra, Kubernetes, and Azure cloud fundamentals.
Expertise in troubleshooting complex software problems and developing effective solutions.
Strong communication skills to clearly and effectively communicate complex technical details to various stakeholders.
Leadership skills to guide, motivate, and bring engineering standards to the team.
Typically requires 5-8 years of experience in a similar role.
Preferred Bachelor's of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Science, Electrical Engineering, or Math; Developer nanodegree; or equivalent experience.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Strong Domain Knowledge: Possesses robust knowledge across multiple domains and understands the intricacies of domain patterns. Can seamlessly navigate complex systems and architectures, ensuring solutions are both efficient and scalable.
Unwavering Design Integrity: Stands firm on what is right in terms of design application. Makes decisions rooted in best practices and sound engineering principles, advocating for quality and reliability in every aspect of the software development lifecycle.
Exemplary Engineering Practices: Brings strong engineering principles into practice. Adept at implementing and promoting best practices, from coding standards to continuous integration and deployment. Ensures that our software is not only functional but also maintainable and robust.
Technical Proficiency: Excels in coding, troubleshooting, and infrastructure tuning. Proven track record of writing clean, efficient, and scalable code. Skilled in diagnosing and resolving complex issues, optimizing performance, and ensuring the infrastructure is fine-tuned for peak efficiency.
Communication Skills: Strong communicator who can articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Capable of leading discussions, presenting ideas clearly, and collaborating with diverse teams to drive successful outcomes.
Our Lead Software Engineering, earns between $143,800.00-$215,800.00 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.
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AT&T is leading the way to the future – for customers, businesses, and the industry. We're developing new technologies to make it easier for our customers to stay connected to their world. Together, we’ve built a premier integrated communications and entertainment company and an amazing place to work and grow. Team up with industry innovators every time you walk into work, creating the world you always imagined. Ready to #transformdigital with us?
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Weekly Hours:
40Time Type:
RegularLocation:
USA:TX:Plano / W Plano Pkwy - Adm:3400 W Plano PkwySalary Range:
$143,800.00 - $215,800.00It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.
Job ID R-60284 Date posted 04/01/2025
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