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:

- Designs, develops, documents, and analyzes overall architecture of systems, including hardware and software.

- Determines integrated hardware and software architecture solutions that meet performance, usability, scalability, reliability, and security needs.

- Coordinates design and integration of total system including subsystems.

- Researches and recommends technology to improve the current systems.

- Supports technical initiatives normally as part of a larger project.

- Works on development of new technologies or maintenance of existing technologies.

- Exchanges complex technical information and provides training and guidance to others in work area by breaking down information in a systematic and logical manner.

What you’ll need:

As a Principal System Engineer, you’ll be responsible for translating business needs into technical solutions and defining solutions to problems through reasoned application of information technology.

What you’ll bring:

Required Qualifications:

- 8-10 years of related experience. Desired Qualifications:

- Degree in Engineering, Information Systems or related technical field.

- Experience in building multiple versions systems addressing performance and scale.

- Experience developing technical documentation on applications and systems.

- Ability to work with technical and business-oriented teams.

Our Principal System Engineering ,  earns between $141,300-$211,900 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-

Ready to join our team? Apply today

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Atlanta, Georgia

Salary Range:

$141,300.00 - $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-78739 Date posted 08/12/2025