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Lead Software Engineering

Plano, Texas

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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.

We are seeking a highly skilledLead Software Engineerto lead the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of software applications and services. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions. As a Lead Software Engineer, you will mentor junior engineers, manage projects, and contribute to technical decisions, while collaborating across teams to ensure successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Software Development and Delivery:

    • Lead the end-to-end delivery process, including design, coding, testing, deployment, troubleshooting, and maintenance.

    • Focus on automation to enhance efficiency and reliability.

  • Collaborative Development:

    • Gather and review software requirements/user stories, provide estimates, and create design specifications.

    • Collaborate with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to test hardware/software interactions and validate test environments.

  • Testing and Quality Assurance:

    • Design and execute automated test plans, strategies, and validation processes.

    • Conduct unit testing, dynamic application security testing, interface testing, integration testing, end-to-end testing, and user acceptance testing.

  • Leadership and Mentorship:

    • Lead projects, delegate tasks, and mentor junior engineers.

    • Inspire and motivate team members while fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams.

  • Problem-Solving and Support:

    • Identify and resolve complex technical issues, including configuration and environment challenges.

    • Support production applications and ensure high availability and reliability.

Qualifications

  • Education:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field preferred.

    • Equivalent experience or developer nanodegree may also be considered.

  • Experience:

    • 3–5+ years of software development experience, including leading teams and projects.

    • Strong understanding of software architecture principles and design patterns.

  • Technical Proficiency:

    • Proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, C++).

    • Familiarity with software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum).

    • Experience with coding standards, code reviews, and source control management.

    • Expertise in database design and management, including SQL/NoSQL technologies (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL).

    • Knowledge of testing methodologies and debugging techniques.

    • Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

    • Experience with UI toolkits, frameworks, and DevOps tools/practices.

    • Ability to transform requirements into design concepts and entity relationship diagrams (ERDs).

  • Leadership Skills:

    • Strong ability to delegate tasks, manage projects, and mentor team members.

    • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across teams and stakeholders.

  • Soft Skills:

    • Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.

    • Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

    • Adaptability and eagerness to learn new technologies.

    • Ability to work independently and within teams.

Our Lead Software Engineering, earns between $143,800-$215,800 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:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Plano, Texas

Salary Range:

$143,800.00 - $215,800.00

It 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-64310 Date posted 04/25/2025
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