Overall Purpose: THIS JOB REQUIRES SPECIAL APPROVAL FROM THE COMPENSATION JOB FAMILY OWNER. 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.
Key Roles and Responsibilities: Typical tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Design, Development, Testing, and Deployment: Lead the creation of scalable Data & AI applications using best practices in software engineering such as automation, version control, and CI/CD. Develop and implement rigorous testing strategies to ensure application reliability and performance. Oversee deployment processes, addressing issues related to configuration, environment, or security.
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Engineering and Analytics: Translate Data & AI use case requirements into effective data models and pipelines, ensuring data integrity through statistical quality procedures and advanced AI techniques.
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API & Microservice Development: Architect and build secure, scalable microservices and APIs, ensuring broad usability, security, and adherence to best practices in documentation and version control.
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Platform Scalability & Optimization: Evaluate and select optimal technologies for cloud and on-premise deployments, implementing strategies for scalability, performance monitoring, and cost optimization.
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Technologies: Demonstrate expertise with Data & AI technologies (e.g., Spark, Kafka, Databricks, Snowflake), programming languages (e.g., Java, Scala, Python, SQL), API development patterns (e.g., HTTP/REST, GraphQL), and cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP).
Job Contribution: An expert in their field, applying broad business knowledge and strategic insight surrounding emerging trends and technologies to solve complex problems and drive organizational results. Leads critical, high-impact projects and designs/implements innovative business strategies. Works with minimal oversight, frequently consulting senior leadership and influencing executive decisions. Serves as a mentor and assists others with challenging issues.
Supervisor: No
TCP Career Step Differentiator: Managing the most complex work related to data engineering and AI. Solving major business problems for the most complex areas of the company.
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired such as Computer Science or Scientific Computing. 7+ years of related experience. Certification is required in some areas.
Our Principal Data/AI Engineering jobs earn between $155,400.00 - $233,200.00 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
Weekly Hours:
40
Time Type:
Regular
Location:
Atlanta, Georgia
Salary Range:
$155,400.00 - $233,200.00