Principal Software Engineering

AT&T•Dallas, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

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&T will not hire any applicants for this position who require employer sponsorship now or in the future. Join AT&T and help shape the future of communications and technology that connect the world. We value innovators who seek to explore the unknown and challenge the status quo. Bring your bold ideas and fearless spirit to redefine connectivity and transform how people share stories and experiences. At AT&T, you won’t just imagine the future—you’ll build it. As a Principal Software Engineering, you will be responsible for design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain high-quality software solutions, with a focus on AIOps (Artificial Intelligence), AI Modeling, and Agentic AI. Ensuring efficient delivery processes and production support with a focus on automation and industry best practices. An expert in their field, applying broad business/network knowledge and strategic insight surrounding emerging trends and technologies to solve complex problems and drive organizational results. Leads critical, high-impact projects and designs/implements innovative business strategies. Works with minimal oversight, frequently consulting senior leadership and influencing executive decisions. Serves as a mentor and assists others with challenging issues. Expert in AI, Agentic AI, and multiple programming languages, with a track record of designing and delivering complex AI driven solutions and applications. Influences best practices in coding methodology, leads innovative and improvement initiatives, and defines technical strategies for AIOps solutions of the future.

Requirements

7+ years’ experience
Certification is required in some areas.
Design and code applications
7+ years’ experience in Artificial Intelligence

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired in Computer Science; or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Design, Development and Coding: Design and code software applications by applying various programming languages to execute development methodologies.
Collaboration and Communication: Gather and review software requirements, provide estimates, create design specifications, and work with engineers/architects to assess and test hardware and software interactions.
Testing and Debugging: Develop and implement automated test plans, validate test environments, data, and results, design and implement code fixes, and produce reporting.
Maintenance and Support: Troubleshoot and resolve application configuration and environment issues.
Deployment: Facilitate and support the software deployment process.

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