Engineer, Software - Transport Automation and Orchestration

T-Mobile•Bellevue, WA

3d•$92,500 - $166,800•Onsite

About The Position

The Transport Automation & Orchestration team is responsible for developing software solutions that automate the implementation of Transport Network designs across T-Mobile's nationwide network infrastructure. Our mission is to transform traditionally manual network engineering processes into intelligent, automated workflows that improve efficiency, consistency, and scalability. The team operates at the intersection of software engineering, network engineering, automation, and emerging AI-enabled technologies. We build applications and automation capabilities that enable transport engineers to deploy, manage, and optimize network services while supporting T-Mobile's long-term vision of increasingly automated network operations. This role is ideal for an engineer who can contribute hands-on development across modern software platforms, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver high-quality software solutions that support transport automation initiatives. The ideal candidate is adaptable, continuously learns new technologies and methodologies, and enjoys solving complex technical problems. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to software platforms that support the evolution of network automation and operational efficiency across T-Mobile's transport network environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree plus 3 years of related work experience OR advanced degree with 1 year of related work experience OR combination of education and experience deemed equivalent (Required)
Acceptable areas of study include Computer Science or Engineering (Required)
2-4 years Technical engineering experience. (Required)
Analytical Thinking – Ability to evaluate technical requirements, analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop effective software solutions that support transport automation and network operations.
Collaboration – Ability to work effectively with software engineers, network engineers, product owners, and cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that meet business and operational objectives.
Continuous Development – Ability to continuously learn and apply new technologies, tools, methodologies, and industry knowledge to improve technical capabilities and solution delivery.
DevOps – Ability to apply modern software delivery practices including source control, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, deployment processes, monitoring, and operational support.
Emerging Technologies – Ability to evaluate, learn, and apply new technologies, including automation platforms, AI-assisted development tools, and evolving software engineering practices.
Programming Languages – Ability to develop, maintain, and troubleshoot software applications using modern programming languages, frameworks, and development tools.
Software Design – Ability to design scalable, maintainable, and re liable software solutions that align with business requirements, architectural standards, and operational needs.
Software Development – Ability to develop, test, debug, deploy, and support software applications and services using established engineering practices and development methodologies.
Technology Development – Ability to contribute to the development and enhancement of software platforms, automation capabilities, integrations, and technical solutions that improve operational efficiency and business outcomes.
Test Evaluation – Ability to evaluate software quality through testing, validation, troubleshooting, and defect resolution to ensure applications meet functional, performance, and reliability requirements.
At least 18 years of age
Legally authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Telecommunications & Networking
Wireless Telecommunications (RAN Transport and Backhaul)
IP Networking
Transport Network Design
Carrier-grade network operations
Experience developing software solutions within networking, telecommunications, infrastructure, or network automation environments is highly valued.
Itential Pronghorn Platform
Network orchestration platforms
Workflow automation platforms
Infrastructure automation technologies
Experience using AI-assisted development tools
Exposure to generative AI concepts and applications
Experience building software that incorporates AI-enabled capabilities

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable software applications using modern software development technologies and practices.
Develop backend services, APIs, integrations, automation workflows, and supporting application components that enable transport automation initiatives.
Build APIs, integrations, and workflow orchestration solutions supporting transport engineering processes.
Contribute to application performance, reliability, maintainability, and scalability improvements.
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and production issues as needed.
Participate in code reviews and merge request reviews to support software quality and maintainability.
Share technical knowledge and contribute to software engineering best practices across the team.
Contribute to the effective use of modern engineering methodologies and development tools.
Follow established coding standards, architectural guidelines, and engineering quality practices while providing feedback for continuous improvement.
Partner closely with Transport Engineering teams to understand network design requirements and operational challenges.
Collaborate with Product Management, DevOps, Data Engineering, and other technical teams.
Participate in planning activities, technical discussions, and solution development efforts.
Support continuous improvement and iterative software delivery practices.
Contribute ideas that improve systems, processes, and operational efficiency.