Skip to main content
Close Search

Principal Cloud Architect

Dallas, Texas

Apply Now

innovate

Discover the undiscoverable.

"AT&T allows me to work on projects that will be seen by millions of customers."

Megan T. — Sr. Specialist, Software Engineer

"I find it incredibly rewarding to be out and see customers enjoying a product I spent my time perfecting."

Technology

Don't just imagine the future. Create it.

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.

Job Title: Cloud Architect – Emerging Solutions
Location: AT&T Headquarters, Dallas, TX

Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience building large-scale cloud environments

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field preferred.

Certifications: Required – Professional Cloud Architect certification with at least one of the leading hyperscaler

About the Role:

AT&T’s Emerging Products team is looking for an experienced Cloud Architect to drive innovation through scalable cloud solution and AI design. This is an individual contributor role that provides architectural leadership and technical guidance to multiple product teams. You will design and implement cost-effective, secure, and reliable cloud environments while collaborating with cloud providers and cross-functional stakeholders to accelerate AT&T’s product innovation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and design end-to-end cloud architectures for large-scale, mission-critical environments supporting IOT emerging products.
  • Lead and provide solution design and architectural direction to product delivery teams as an individual contributor.
  • Collaborate closely with hyperscaler and other cloud ISV partners to optimize cloud resource utilization and solution effectiveness.
  • Architect cloud infrastructures that are scalable, secure, highly available, and cost optimized.
  • Establish and enforce best practices, governance, and standards for cloud architecture and usage.
  • Monitor cloud environments to ensure high performance, reliability, and security compliance.
  • Drive continuous innovation and improvements in cloud architecture and operational processes.
  • Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and customer-centric focus within teams.

Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience architecting and building large-scale cloud environments.
  • Professional certification at a Solutions Architect level for AWS, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect, or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect (required).
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field preferred.
  • Strong expertise with Kubernetes, Terraform, and DevOps tools is mandatory.
  • Proven ability to lead and guide multiple product teams as an individual contributor.
  • Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure services, networking, security, and cost management.
  • Solid understanding of IoT, 5G, AI, and Telecom Networks technologies and their integration with cloud environments.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Demonstrated passion for innovation and delivering customer-focused solutions.

Preferred Skills:

  • Advanced cloud, security, or architecture certifications.
  • Experience designing and automating CI/CD pipelines.
  • Knowledge of multi-cloud and hybrid-cloud strategies.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Our Principal Cloud Architect earn between $158,200 - $237,400 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. From health insurance to tuition reimbursement and paid time off to discounts on products and services just to name a few. There is a lot to be excited about around here. 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

A career with us, a global leader in communications and technology, comes with big rewards. As part of our team, you’ll lead transformation surrounded by trailblazing industry leaders like you. You’ll be empowered to go above and beyond – making a difference through company-sponsored initiatives or connecting and networking through one of our many employee groups. And regardless of where you’re at in your career trajectory, you’ll be rewarded by the impact that comes with making a difference in the lives of millions.

With AT&T, you’ll be a part of something greater, do incredible things and be rewarded with a chance to change the world.

AT&T will consider for employment qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of federal, State, and local laws.

Ready to close the deal on a career with AT&T?

Apply today.

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Dallas, Texas

Salary Range:

$158,200.00 - $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-84653 Date posted 09/30/2025
Apply Now

Benefits

Invested in your satisfaction and continued success.

We take care of our own here (hint: that could be you). Our benefits and rewards mean we cover some of your biggest needs with some of the coolest offerings. We already think we’re a pretty great place to work. We’re just trying to rack up some bonus points.

Let’s start with the big one: Your work gets rewarded with competitive compensation and benefits. It really does pay to be on our team.

Compensation

Paid Time Off

Our people have class. Literally. We can help you out on approved education costs with our tuition assistance plan.

Tuition
Assistance

Here’s another reason to breathe easy: You and your family get access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance options.

Insurance Options

Wanna make your friends really jealous? You’ll get discounted access to the latest and greatest AT&T products and services — plus other awesome items, like tickets to live events.

Discounts

You strike us as an over-achiever (don’t worry, it’s a compliment). Our training and development programs are your ticket to expert status in your job.

Training & Development

When the day comes that you get some much needed R&R (not that you’d ever want to leave #LifeAtATT) you’ll know your future is set with the AT&T Retirement Savings Plan (ARSP).

Savings

The Hiring Process

Step 1

Complete a quick application online and check your status often.

Step 2

Virtual or in-person
Interviews

Dress professionally and ensure good WiFi interviewing virtually.

Step 3

Conditional
Job Offer

After a background check, you're part of the team.

Step 4

Welcome! Onboarding
and Training Begins

Our training and certification programs set you up for success.

Here are similar jobs, or

New Search

Discover more at AT&T

Sign up for job alerts, updates and more.

Interested In

AT&T Info and Alerts. Max 12 messages/month. Privacy Policy. You may opt-out at anytime by sending STOP to short code 20013. Msg & data rates may apply.

The values we live by.
  • Live True

    Do the right thing, no compromise.

  • Think Big

    Innovate and get there first.

  • Pursue Excellence

    In everything, every time.

  • Inspire Imagination

    Give people what they don't expect.

  • Stand for Equality

    Speak with your actions.

  • Embrace Freedom

    Press, speech, beliefs.

  • Make a Difference

    Impact your world.

  • Be There

    When customers & colleagues need you most.

Back to top