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. The Data Science team at AT&T leads transformation through data-driven decisions that enhance the customer experience and businesses worldwide. Leveraging one of the largest data sets available, we develop meaningful insights that drive continuous innovation. We utilize the latest technology to develop generative AI solutions with real business impacts. When you step into a career with AT&T, you won’t just imagine the future-you’ll create it.
As a Lead Data Engineer, you will 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.
What You Will Do:
Architect, design, develop, test, and deploy scalable Data & AI and Gen AI solutions, including Gen AI Agents on MCP Servers and AskDocs/AskData chat systems, using best practices like automation, version control, and CI/CD.
Translate complex Data, AI, and Large Language Model (LLM) use cases into effective data models, pipelines, and LLM service architectures, ensuring data quality and service reliability.
Develop and maintain secure, scalable microservices, APIs, and LLM-based services, adhering strictly to security best practices and ensuring readiness to pass Red Team testing.
Evaluate and implement cloud and on-premise technologies to optimize platform scalability, performance, cost, monitoring, and security posture.
Collaborate with clients, senior leadership, and diverse teams through excellent communication to convert data and AI capabilities into actionable business insights.
Lead rigorous testing strategies and oversee deployment processes, addressing configuration, environment, security issues, and ensuring compliance with organizational security requirements.
What You Will Bring:
Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired such as Computer Science or Scientific Computing desired.
5+ years of related experience.
Expertise in Python, React, and Large Language Models (LLM) for building advanced AI applications and services.
Strong architectural and design skills specifically for LLM services and generative AI solutions, with a focus on security and compliance.
Experience with Data & AI technologies such as Spark, Kafka, Databricks, Snowflake, and cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, and GCP.
Proficiency in API and microservice development patterns, including HTTP/REST and GraphQL, with an emphasis on secure coding practices.
Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with clients, leaders, and cross-functional teams.
Supervisor:
No
Our Lead Data/AI Engineering, earns between $143,800-$215,800 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.
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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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.
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Weekly Hours:
40
Time Type:
Regular
Location:
Plano, Texas
Salary Range:
$143,800.00 - $215,800.00
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.
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