Lead Data​/AI Engineering

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. 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.

Architect, develop, and optimize scalable, high-performance solutions using advanced software engineering methodologies and cutting-edge Data & AI technologies, transforming complex data into actionable insights that drive informed decision-making and business growth through collaborative efforts with diverse teams.
What You’ll Do Typical tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Engineering and Analytics:
  Translate Data & AI use‑case requirements into effective data models and pipelines. Ensure data integrity through statistical quality procedures and advanced AI techniques.
• Platform Scalability and Optimization:
  Evaluate and select optimal technologies for cloud and on‑premises deployments. Implement strategies for scalability, performance monitoring, and cost optimization.
• Design, Development, Testing, and Deployment:
  Lead the creation of scalable Data & AI applications using software engineering best practices (e.g., automation, version control, CI/CD). Develop and implement rigorous testing strategies to ensure reliability and performance. Oversee deployment processes and address issues related to configuration, environment, and security.
• Technologies:
  Demonstrate expertise with Data & AI technologies (e.g., Spark, Kafka, Databricks, Snowflake), programming languages (e.g., Java, Scala, Python, PySpark, SQL), API development patterns (e.g., HTTP/REST), and cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS).

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Scientific Computing) preferred
• 7+ years of related experience
• Master’s degree is a plus

What You’ll Bring

• An experienced professional recognized as an expert, who creatively resolves complex issues using broad and in‑depth knowledge.
• Leads significant projects with strategic autonomy and influences executive decisions.
• Mentors less experienced staff and implements long‑term plans that impact the organization.
• Frequently collaborates with senior leadership.

Supervisor:

• No

TCP Career Step Differentiator

• Manages very complex work related to data engineering and AI, solving major business problems.

Our Lead Data/AI Engineering earns between $158,200 – $237,400. 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: $ – $

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.