Principal Solution Architecture

AT&T • Atlanta, GA

1d • 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 AT&T, we empower leaders to drive change in a fast-evolving, connected world. Your strategic vision will help serve customers and transform lives through innovative solutions and impactful connections Design and implement scalable, secure, and efficient technology solutions that align with business and technical objectives, while providing technical leadership and facilitating crucial design decisions in collaboration with Enterprise Architects and System Engineers. What you’ll do Typical tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following: End-to-End Architecture (Azure + Snowflake): Define solution architecture, component interactions, data flows, integrations. Snowflake Administration & Data Sharing: Own Snowflake operational patterns (env strategy, warehouse sizing, workload isolation, cost governance); drive deep SQL performance tuning; design and govern secure data shares and standards. Governance & Compliance: Embed data governance and compliance controls (classification, retention, lineage, auditability, access reviews, masking/tokenization where needed) and establish logging/monitoring for audits and investigations. Azure Admin, Networking & Connectivity: Architect Azure foundations and secure network designs (VNet/subnet, NSG, routing, DNS, firewall, Private Link/private endpoints) and secure Snowflake connectivity with segmented ingress/egress. Security, Encryption & Certificates: Implement encryption and secrets/key management patterns; manage certificate-based connectivity (rotation, trust chains, troubleshooting); drive hardening and vulnerability management. Compute Ops (VMs, Patching, Data Transfer): Build/manage VMs and patching processes; design secure, reliable data transfer approaches; ensure operational readiness via monitoring/alerting. Programming & Automation: Use SQL/Python/PySpark to automate operations and data workflows; promote CI/CD, version control, testing, and repeatable deployments. Technical Leadership: Align stakeholders, lead design reviews, and standardize reusable patterns to accelerate delivery and reduce risk. What you’ll need Master's degree (MS/MA) desired in Computer Science. 7+ years of related experience. Certification is required in some areas. What you’ll bring An expert in their field, applying broad business 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. Supervisor: No TCP Career Step Differentiator: Creates very complex solutions for strategic, high value initiatives Our Principal Solution Architecture, earns between $174,100 - $261,100. 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: 8critical 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 If you’re ready to make an impact on our business and your career, bring your bold ideas to a world of possibility. Apply today! Weekly Hours: 40 Time Type: Regular Location: Dallas, Texas Salary Range: $174,100.00 - $261,100.00 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. We are pioneers of making connections and have been ever since Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone and founded our company. That was nearly 150 years ago, and we haven’t stopped innovating since. At our core, we help bring families, communities, and businesses together with the products and services they need to thrive every day. From the widespread and growing availability of 5G and Fiber to working on things we once only dreamed of—at AT&T, we create connections that change the world.

Requirements

• Master's degree (MS/MA) desired in Computer Science.
• 7+ years of related experience.
• Certification is required in some areas.
• An expert in their field, applying broad business 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.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Architecture (Azure + Snowflake): Define solution architecture, component interactions, data flows, integrations.
• Snowflake Administration & Data Sharing: Own Snowflake operational patterns (env strategy, warehouse sizing, workload isolation, cost governance); drive deep SQL performance tuning; design and govern secure data shares and standards.
• Governance & Compliance: Embed data governance and compliance controls (classification, retention, lineage, auditability, access reviews, masking/tokenization where needed) and establish logging/monitoring for audits and investigations.
• Azure Admin, Networking & Connectivity: Architect Azure foundations and secure network designs (VNet/subnet, NSG, routing, DNS, firewall, Private Link/private endpoints) and secure Snowflake connectivity with segmented ingress/egress.
• Security, Encryption & Certificates: Implement encryption and secrets/key management patterns; manage certificate-based connectivity (rotation, trust chains, troubleshooting); drive hardening and vulnerability management.
• Compute Ops (VMs, Patching, Data Transfer): Build/manage VMs and patching processes; design secure, reliable data transfer approaches; ensure operational readiness via monitoring/alerting.
• Programming & Automation: Use SQL/Python/PySpark to automate operations and data workflows; promote CI/CD, version control, testing, and repeatable deployments.
• Technical Leadership: Align stakeholders, lead design reviews, and standardize reusable patterns to accelerate delivery and reduce risk.

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: 8critical 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal