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.

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.

Are you a seasoned IT leader passionate about driving innovation and delivering scalable, high-performance software solutions? Join our dynamic team as an Associate Director, where your expertise in Java-based applications, microservices, and cloud technologies will shape the future of our high-volume, mission-critical systems. You’ll lead and inspire talented engineering teams while collaborating across business and technology units to deliver impactful solutions that power connectivity and communication.

What You’ll Do

Lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable, high-transaction Java applications leveraging Spring and RESTful architectures.

Architect and drive adoption of microservices and cloud-native solutions using AWS, Azure, Docker, and Kubernetes.

Manage and mentor a diverse team of 10+ IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

Oversee Agile software development lifecycle processes, ensuring quality, timely delivery, and continuous improvement.

Collaborate cross-functionally with business stakeholders and IT partners to align technical initiatives with strategic goals.

Drive innovation by researching and recommending new technologies and best practices to enhance system performance and reliability.

Champion continuous integration, automated testing, and deployment using tools such as GitHub, Jenkins, Maven, JUnit, and Mockito.

Lead vendor and consultant partnerships to augment project delivery and technology adoption efforts.

What You’ll Bring

10+ years of experience building and delivering robust Java/Spring-based applications in high-volume, high-transaction environments.

8+ years of hands-on experience with microservices architecture and at least 2 years working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).

6+ years of leadership experience managing engineering teams, with a proven track record of coaching and developing talent.

Strong strategic and analytical skills to evaluate emerging technologies and guide architectural decisions.

Deep expertise in modern middleware technologies, performance tuning, and production support.

Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks (GitHub, Jenkins, Maven, JUnit, Mockito).

Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).

Ready to make a difference? Join AT&T and lead a team that’s shaping the future of connectivity and communication. Apply now and be part of a forward-thinking, innovative environment where your leadership drives real impact.

Our Assoc Director-Technology II, earns between $174,100-$261,100 USD Annual 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: 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.

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Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Plano, Texas

Salary Range:

$155,400.00 - $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.

Job ID R-79462 Date posted 08/21/2025