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 reimagine the communications and technologies that connect the world. Our Consumer Technology experience team delivers innovative and reliable technology solutions to power differentiated, simplified customer experiences. Bring your bold ideas and fearless risk-taking to redefine connectivity and transform how the world shares stories and experiences that matter. When you step into a career with AT&T, you won’t just imagine the future-you’ll create it.

As Lead Member of Technical Staff, you will be responsible for applying advanced engineering and scientific knowledge to architecture, design and development work in a Research and Development environment for high-value technology and solutions tied to the strategic direction of the company.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Conducts design and development work in the areas of new products/technologies, systems/platform architecture, hardware/software development engineering, technical security and QA Design/Certification

Work must primarily involve new and emerging technologies and technical architectures on projects with a status between inception and implementation/software maturity

May serve as subject matter expert during the continuous integration/continuous deployment cycle in a production environment focused on complex design, engineering and development

Job Contribution:

Senior level technical expertise. Deep technical knowledge and subject matter expert on AT&T technologies. Education: Refer to Technical Career Pathway (TCP) website http://tcp.it.att.com/ under TCP Disciplines Guide/Technical Development & Design for approved universities and degree disciplines. Exceptions require Board Review.

Required Experience:

8+ years of related experience

Required Education:

PhD in an approved field from an approved university with no minimum years of relevant experience or Masters in an approved field from an approved university with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience or a Bachelors in an approved field from an approved university with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience

Required Qualifications:

Expert knowledge of Ethernet Layer-2 networks

Proficiency with IPAG Edge devices (eMux, EMT, NTE)

Advanced troubleshooting, restoration, and root cause analysis capabilities

Proficiency in scripting languages to automate tasks and improve efficiency

Skilled in Unix/Linux command-line interface (CLI) usage

Expertise in packet capture and analysis with tools like Wireshark

Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills

Skilled in deployment and maintenance of complex network environments

Highly detail-oriented with strong skills in documentation and configuration management

Adherence to hardware/software standardization and change management processes

Desired Qualifications:

Self-motivated and able to work independently without direct supervision

Preferred networking certifications: CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, A+

Knowledgeable in evolving and hardening network infrastructure for routing and switching environments

Experience with vulnerability management and security threat mitigation using scanning tools (e.g., Tenable)

Experience collaborating cross-functionally with technical architecture, corporate security, planning, and engineering teams

Experience in equipment and software certification testing, including evaluation and management of risks related to new technology introduction

Experience developing procedures, testing, training, and handing off detailed methods and procedures for introducing new technology to partner implementation teams

Ability to develop troubleshooting guides and deliver coaching or training for new technologies and network designs

Leadership in managing troubleshooting sessions during high-pressure situations

Collaborative team player with strong verbal and written communication skills

Supervisory: No

Environmental Requirements:

This position may be responsible for contributing to AT&Ts compliance with environmental laws and regulations as applicable to its job function. This may include, but is not limited to, work related to fuel tanks, emergency and stand-by generators, boilers, hazardous waste, hazardous materials, batteries, manholes and vaults, water wells, linear and other construction projects, water discharge, or air emissions.

Our Lead Member of Technical Staff earns between $153,300 - $257,400 annually.  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

AT&T is leading the way to the future – for customers, businesses, and the industry. We're developing new technologies to make it easier for our customers to stay connected to their world. Together, we’ve built a premier integrated communications and entertainment company and an amazing place to work and grow. Team up with industry innovators every time you walk into work, creating the world you always imagined.

Ready to #transformdigital with us?  Apply now!

AT&T will not hire any applicants for this position who require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

#LI-Onsite – Full-time office role

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Sacramento, California

Salary Range:

$153,300.00 - $257,400.00

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-72067-2 Date posted 06/27/2025