**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.** At AT&T, we empower leaders to drive change in a fast evolving, connected world. Your strategic vision will help serve customers and transform lives through innovative solutions and impactful connections. As a Assoc Director-Technology II your tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following: Oversees operational aspects of the department, focusing on the day-to-day management of related initiatives. This role is primarily concerned with the implementation and execution of strategies developed by higher management. Leads entry-level and career-level staff within the organization. Responsible for influencing decisions regarding the hiring, firing, disciplinary action, promotional activity, and pay decisions for subordinates. **Key Responsibilities:** • **Team Leadership:** Leads IT staff in developing, supporting, and maintaining new and existing applications or systems, ensuring system integrity. • **Software Development Lifecycle:** Oversees the software development lifecycle process, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of IT solutions. • **Vendor and Consultant Coordination:** Coordinates with technology vendors, outside consultants, and internal resources for project support and evaluation. • **Strategic Collaboration:** Works with business areas and IT organizations to identify business issues, develop strategies, and set technical direction. • **Project Leadership:** Provides leadership for projects, including business case development, requirement definition, detailed planning, resource allocation, and budget tracking. **Supervisor:** + Yes **Education:** + Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired in Computer Science **Experience:** + 10+ years of related experience. + Java, Spring Boot Framework, Python, R, Node, React, SQL, Native iOS, Android- Kotlin, Azure CLI **Job Contribution:** + Lead and Supervise a team of IT professions for design, development, and delivery of high-volume, mission-critical applications using Java, Spring boot, SQL/NoSQL Databases like Mongo, Cassandra, Cosmos, Public Cloud like Azure, and REST across multiple Cricket IT platforms within Digital and Care function. + Architect and implement systems leveraging microservices and cloud technologies (InHouse, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, SprintBoot, MongoDB). + Manage, coach, and mentor a dynamic team of engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture. + Drive key initiatives, ensuring successful project delivery while aligning with business strategy and technical direction. + Oversee the full software development lifecycle, from concept and planning to deployment and support. + Collaborate with cross-functional business and IT teams to identify requirements, develop solutions, and implement best practices. + Ensure system scalability, security, and performance through continuous improvement and rigorous testing. + Partner with external vendors and consultants as needed to augment project delivery and innovation. Our **Assoc Director-Technology II** earns between $171,000 - $256,400 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 If you’re ready to make an impact on our business and your career, bring your bold ideas to a world of possibility. Apply today! Ready to join our team? Apply today! **Weekly Hours:** 40 **Time Type:** Regular **Location:** Atlanta, Georgia **Salary Range:** $171,000.00 - $256,400.00 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. AT&T will consider for employment qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of federal, state and local laws We expect employees to be honest, trustworthy, and operate with integrity. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment (including sexual harassment) in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment status