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 is delivering 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 a Principal System Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and architecting robust systems that drive our business forward. You’ll leverage your deep technical expertise and strategic thinking to develop scalable, reliable, and secure solutions that solve real-world problems and empower teams across the organization.

What You’ll Do

Design, develop, and document comprehensive system architectures encompassing both hardware and software components.

Define integrated solutions that balance performance, scalability, usability, reliability, and security requirements.

Lead coordination and integration efforts across subsystems to ensure cohesive and efficient total system design.

Research emerging technologies and recommend innovations to enhance existing systems and infrastructure.

Support and contribute to technical initiatives within larger projects, driving progress and quality.

Develop and maintain new and existing technologies to meet evolving business demands.

Communicate complex technical concepts clearly and provide training and mentorship to team members.

What You’ll Bring

8-10 years of experience in system engineering or related technical roles.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline.

Proven experience designing and building scalable systems that meet high performance standards.

Strong skills in developing detailed technical documentation for applications and systems.

Ability to collaborate effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders.

Excellent problem-solving skills with a systematic and logical approach to challenges.

Demonstrated capacity to lead and influence technical direction and innovation.

Our Principal System Engineering, earns between $141,300 -$237,400 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:

USA:TX:Dallas / Two AT&T Plaza (211 S Akard St) - Dat:211 S Akard St

Salary Range:

$141,300.00 - $237,400.00

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-74650 Date posted 07/30/2025