Director of Technology Software Development

About the Team

Join a strategic initiative to transform our wireline network software development organization. As Director of Technology Software development, you will lead the buildout of a high‑performance software development team tasked with delivering high‑quality, innovative software for core company priorities. Key priorities include expanding fiber coverage, modernizing core infrastructure and legacy migration. You will drive productivity through AI integration, foster a culture of quality‑first delivery, and ensure our software differentiates us in a highly competitive market.

Responsibilities

Team & Organization Buildout

• Lead the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of an embedded software team, including software architects and test engineers.
• Insource a portion of software development by the end of 2026 to reduce reliance on external partners and optimize cost efficiency.
• Oversee software that supports Construction and Engineering to forecast, plan, design, build, and operate the network.
• Lead the team into the AI era by transforming SDLC processes to increase time to market, improve resiliency, and complete application rationalization efforts.

AI Integration & Productivity

• Champion the adoption of AI tools to boost team productivity and efficiency, positioning AI as an enabler.
• Lead delivery in a high‑stress, high‑expectation environment where software reliability is critical for millions of customers.
• Overcome internal process and onboarding hurdles to maintain delivery velocity.
• Operate effectively within Agile development environments.
• Collaborate with Network and Business teams to deliver differentiated software that drives the Fiber buildout corporate strategy.

Quality‑First Development

• Instill a culture of quality‑first delivery through rigorous automated testing and daily functional checks prior to releases.

Operational Excellence

• Manage workflow bottlenecks and capacity constraints to ensure realistic timelines and clear accountability.
• Lead process improvement efforts to counteract bureaucratic slowdowns in hiring and onboarding.

Long‑Term Vision

• Support the company’s insourcing strategy to enhance innovation, reduce costs, and maintain market agility.
• Enable faster, differentiated feature development to drive customer retention and revenue growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in embedded software development, with 5+ years in engineering leadership roles.
• Proven track record of building and scaling software development teams, preferably within Wireline Network Systems.
• Strong experience with software architecture.
• Demonstrated success driving AI and automation adoption to achieve productivity gains.
• Prior experience delivering high‑stakes, large‑scale deployments.
• Onsite work required in Atlanta, GA.

Preferred

• Proven experience leading and building high‑performing broadband device technology teams, with deep expertise in fiber and fixed wireless gateway architectures, platforms, and technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a culture of innovation by driving transformative solutions and continuous improvement across telecom device portfolios.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related technical field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Compensation

Salary Range: $188,100 - $282,100 USD Annual

Benefits

• Long‑Term Grants and Deferred Compensation
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (at least 28 days of vacation and 9 company‑designated holidays per year)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond state and local law requirements 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.

Job Details

Weekly Hours: 40

Time Type: Regular

Location: 1025 Lenox Park Blvd Ne, Atlanta, GA, USA

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.