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.

Are you willing to learn and eager to jumpstart your career in the exciting world of cutting-edge network technologies? Do you want to make a real impact on the company’s five-year plan while developing valuable skills in a supportive environment? If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you to grow, learn, and contribute from day one!

As a Principal Technology Strategy professional, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to creating, maintaining, and communicating 5-year capital plans for RAN (Radio Access Network) and Mobility Transport infrastructure. Your contributions will enhance customer experience, improve competitive positioning, and ensure optimal return on invested capital. You will leverage your expertise—and your willingness to continuously learn—to understand the intricate relationship between network technology deployments (both current and future) and the broader AT&T business, focusing on one or more key technology domains and components.

Join us to help shape the future of our network, make a lasting impact, and accelerate your career in a supportive, innovative environment.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Leverage strong technical evaluation skills to interpret complex information and develop a range of future scenarios.Utilize research skills to evaluate competitive and industry dynamics, focusing on the technical and economic impacts of new RAN and Mobility Transport technologies.Apply standard corporate strategy frameworks and conduct analyses from a technical perspective.Integrate technical, strategic, and financial Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analyses into cohesive hypotheses and actionable conclusions.Distill complex problems into clear, concise key decisions and recommendations.Present hypotheses, conclusions, and recommendations confidently and effectively to senior management.Own meaningful projects from start to finish, with expert guidance and mentorship every step of the way.Collaborate closely with a diverse team of subject matter experts across disciplines, including Cloud RAN, Open RAN, 5G Standalone, and 6G preparation.Contribute fresh ideas and innovative solutions that drive the team forward.

Education:

Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Science, Electrical Engineering, or Math; or equivalent experience preferred.

Required Experience:

8 - 10 years of relevant experience.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

Telecommunications Expertise: Solid understanding of industry trends, RAN, mobility transport, 5G, vRAN, and network planning.Technical Proficiency: Experience with spectrum management, antenna systems, and network architecture.Data Analysis & Visualization: Skilled in analyzing large datasets and presenting findings using tools like Excel, Power BI, Alteryx, and GIS platforms.Financial Acumen: Ability to perform financial analysis and develop business cases.Communication & Teamwork: Strong written and verbal communication skills, effective presenter, and collaborative team player.Attention to Detail & Organization: Excellent analytical thinking, accuracy, and ability to manage multiple priorities.AI & Automation: Familiarity with artificial intelligence concepts and automation tools is a plus.

Our Principal Technology Strategy, 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  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.

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Ready to join our team? Apply today

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Dallas, Texas

Salary Range:

$128,400.00 - $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.

Job ID R-86717-3 Date posted 10/16/2025