Lead Inventive Scientist
Dallas, Texas
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.
What you'll do:
The Lead Inventive Scientist role specializes in identifying network opportunities to develop innovative solutions for RAN networks using Automation and Artificial Intelligence. These solutions will be developed within the backdrop of Open RAN infrastructure using GenAI, AI/ML, and Cloud RAN expertise. Candidate applies advanced engineering and scientific knowledge to architect, design, and develop in a Research and Development environment for high-value technology and solutions tied to the strategic direction of the company.
- Innovative Research and Development: Lead advanced research projects to develop new technologies and solutions that align with the company’s strategic objectives. Perform original research and innovative thinking to develop new technologies, algorithms, methodologies, software, or architecture.
- Technical Expertise and Problem Solving: Apply expert scientific and engineering knowledge to solve complex business and technical problems that have significant impact on research projects. Research problems of moderate scope, requiring evaluation of identifiable, novel patterns and in-depth analysis using advanced techniques.
- Project and Team Management: Lead technical projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget, and preparing detailed technical reports and documentation. Prepare detailed technical reports and documentation to support project findings and advancements.
- Research, Development and Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external partners, ensuring research activities comply with industry standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements. Responsible for effectively communicating research findings and project updates.
- Leverage knowledge of RAN protocols, operational expertise, and AI/ML techniques to drive performance improvements, optimization, and cost reductions in Cloud RAN and Open RAN environments.
- Identify network applications and solutions to improve AT&T’s network management and optimization capabilities.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy provisioning systems, leveraging software development and information and data modeling expertise.
- Conduct design and development work in the areas of new products/technologies, systems/platform architecture, hardware/software development engineering, technical security.
- Work primarily involves new and emerging technologies and technical architectures on projects with a status between inception and implementation/software maturity.
- May be responsible for architecture design or assessment, standards, system or software development, analysis and testing of infrastructure and services that use network and systems technologies.
What you'll need:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Informational Technology, Data Communications from an accredited university.
- Exceptions may be considered with equivalent experience in RAN, Cloud, or Networking technologies.
What you'll bring:
- 3-5 years of experience (or letter of recommendation from relevant subject matter expert) in design and development of Gen AI, AI/ML, RAN, or Cloud architecture solutions including delivery of innovative solutions.
Our Lead Inventive Scientist, earns between $180,200.00 - $270,400.00 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.
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Weekly Hours:
40Time Type:
RegularLocation:
USA:TX:Dallas / Three AT&T Plaza (308 S Akard St) - Co:308 S Akard StSalary Range:
$180,200.00 - $270,400.00It 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-94917 Date posted 01/23/2026
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