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Alpharetta, Georgia

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Job Description:

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.

AT&T is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Software Engineer to join our dynamic team responsible for the development and enhancement of the AT&T Mobile App.

As a Lead Software Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining innovative solutions that enhance the user experience for millions of AT&T customers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leadership and Mentorship:
    • Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of software engineers by providing technical guidance and support.
    • Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment, encouraging continuous learning and improvement.
  • Software Development:
    • Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality, scalable, and secure backend systems.
    • Collaborate closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and other stakeholders to gather and refine requirements.
    • Implement best practices for software development, including code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration.
  • Architecture and Design:
    • Define and drive the technical architecture and design of the AT&T Mobile App, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical standards.
    • Evaluate and integrate new technologies and frameworks to enhance the app's functionality, performance, and security.
  • Quality Assurance:
    • Ensure the delivery of robust and reliable software by implementing comprehensive testing strategies and addressing technical debt.
    • Monitor and optimize the performance of the mobile app, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
  • Innovation and Improvement:
    • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in mobile app development.
    • Drive innovation within the team by exploring new tools, techniques, and methodologies to improve development processes and outcomes.

Qualifications:

  • Education:
    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related experience/field.
  • Experience:
    • 8+ years of professional experience in software development, with a focus backend microservices and Object Oriented coding concepts
    • 3+ years of experience in a leadership or senior engineering role.
  • Software Development:
    • Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality, scalable, and secure backend systems.
    • Collaborate closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, and other stakeholders to gather and refine requirements.
    • Implement best practices for software development, including code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration.
  • Collaboration and Communication:
    • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including frontend engineers, backend engineers, DevOps, and QA, to deliver seamless end-to-end solutions.
    • Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and dependencies.
  • Technical Skills:
    • Proficiency in these backend technologies:
      • Java
      • Typescript, Node.js
      • Python
    • Experience with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and third-party libraries/integrations.
    • Knowledge of automated testing frameworks and tools (e.g., JEST, XCTest, Espresso).
    • Strong understanding of mobile app architectures, including MVVM, MVP, and Clean Architecture is a plus
  • Soft Skills:
    • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
    • Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
    • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Our Lead Software Engineering, earns between $128,400.00-$192,600.00 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.

#LI-Onsite – Full-time office role-

#ConsumerTechnologyeXperience

 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?

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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.

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Alpharetta, Georgia

Salary Range:

$128,400.00 - $192,600.00

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-65510 Date posted 09/04/2025
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