Principal Technical Program Manager – AI, Automation & Data Analytics

AT&T•Dallas, TX

9d•$130,700 - $196,100•Onsite

About The Position

This role focuses on designing, building, and deploying technology solutions that enhance operational efficiency, automation, and business transformation. The Principal Technical Program Manager will translate business needs into technical architectures and lead the execution of technology initiatives from start to finish. Key areas of focus include AI and automation, process transformation, and analytics & data engineering, with an emphasis on leveraging Microsoft technologies like Copilot Studio, Power Platform, and Power BI. The role also involves significant leadership and stakeholder management, presenting solutions and influencing decision-making at senior levels.

Requirements

Hands-on experience designing, developing, and deploying AI, automation, and intelligent workflow solutions (Copilot Studio, Generative AI, AI Agents, Power Automate, Agentic AI).
Strong expertise in data analytics, business intelligence, and dashboard development using Power BI, SQL, and enterprise reporting tools.
Proven ability to design technical solutions and system integrations, translating business requirements into scalable architectures and automated processes.
Advanced SQL, data engineering, and data transformation skills, including experience with data pipelines, governance, and reporting architecture.
Deep knowledge of the Microsoft Power Platform, including Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, and Copilot Studio.
Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to present technical solutions and business value to senior leaders.
Demonstrated success leading end-to-end solution delivery from requirements gathering through implementation, adoption, and measurable business outcomes.
Experience personally building and deploying technical solutions, not solely managing projects, vendors, or development teams.
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.

Responsibilities

Design, build, and deploy technology solutions that drive operational efficiency, automation, and business transformation.
Translate business requirements into technical architectures, workflows, and scalable implementation plans.
Lead end-to-end execution of technology initiatives, including requirements gathering, solution design, testing, deployment, and adoption.
Develop integrations across enterprise platforms using APIs, web services, and automation technologies.
Partner with business and technology stakeholders to identify opportunities for process optimization and digital transformation.
Build and deploy AI-powered solutions, including Microsoft Copilot Studio agents and other generative AI applications.
Design intelligent workflows using Microsoft Power Platform, Power Automate, and related automation technologies.
Identify repetitive business processes and implement automation strategies that reduce manual effort and improve operational performance.
Evaluate emerging AI and automation capabilities and recommend practical use cases that deliver measurable business value.
Develop and maintain executive dashboards and reporting solutions that consolidate data from multiple enterprise systems.
Perform advanced data analysis to identify trends, opportunities, risks, and operational insights.
Build scalable reporting and visualization solutions utilizing Power BI and other business intelligence tools.
Design and optimize data pipelines, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and governance of business-critical information.
Present technical solutions, implementation progress, and business outcomes to senior leadership and executive stakeholders.
Influence decision-making through clear storytelling, data-driven recommendations, and business case development.
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration across operations, technology, analytics, and business teams.
Serve as a trusted advisor on technology strategy, automation opportunities, and AI adoption.

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