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.
As a Lead Software Engineer, you will oversee the entire delivery process of software applications or services. This includes design, development, testing, deployment, production support (e.g., troubleshooting), and maintenance, with a strong emphasis on automation.
Responsibilities:
Lead a technical team by providing sound technical solutions to a variety of problems, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude.
Work in multi-cloud environments, particularly Azure and AWS.
Deploy, test, and troubleshoot services on Kubernetes (K8s), including proficient use of kubectl.
Utilize modern CI/CD tooling such as Jenkins and Helm for continuous integration and deployment.
Implement monitoring and alerting tools like Prometheus and Grafana within Kubernetes.
Deploy microservices on AKS/EKS.
Design RESTful APIs, define resources, and effectively use HTTP verbs and status codes.
Architect and design systems using microservices patterns.
Use Docker and Docker Compose for local development, testing, and troubleshooting.
Employ performance testing tools like JMeter.
Node.js/JavaScript Developer Specifics:
Build and deliver Node.js applications to production using JavaScript or TypeScript for backend service development.
Develop RESTful services using the Express framework.
Understand the Node.js event loop and asynchronous JavaScript/TypeScript using Promises and async/await.
Create high-quality, high-coverage test suites using JavaScript testing tools such as Mocha, Chai, and Sinon.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in engineering or development roles, with a focus on application delivery.
4+ years of experience in a leadership capacity, including coaching and mentoring engineers and developers.
Required Technical Expertise:
Node.js and JavaScript:
5+ years of experience in building high-volume/high-transaction Node.js-based e-commerce applications.
Experience building RESTful services using the Express framework.
In-depth understanding of the Node.js event loop, Promises, and async/await for asynchronous JavaScript/TypeScript.
Experience with building high-quality, high-coverage test suites using JavaScript testing tools, including Mocha, Chai, and Sinon.
Knowledge of UI development technologies such as Angular and TypeScript.
Familiarity with JavaScript profiling tools like Clinic.js.
Microservices and Architecture:
4+ years of experience in system architecture and design using microservices patterns.
Understanding of RESTful API design principles, including resource definition and the use of HTTP verbs and status codes.
Preferred Technical Expertise:
Cloud and Containerization:
2+ years of experience with cloud technologies, including AWS, Azure, OpenStack, Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, Chef, or Terraform.
Experience deploying microservices on AKS/EKS.
Proficiency in deploying, testing, and troubleshooting services on Kubernetes, including kubectl usage.
Familiarity with Kubernetes monitoring and alerting tools, such as Prometheus and Grafana.
CI/CD and Automation:
Understanding of modern CI/CD tooling, including Jenkins and Helm.
2+ years of experience with build and CI/CD technologies, such as GitHub, Maven, Jenkins, Nexus, or Sonar.
Testing and Performance:
4+ years of experience in performance tuning and application monitoring.
Experience using performance testing tools like JMeter.
4+ years of experience in unit and functional testing, building high-coverage test suites using JavaScript testing tools like Mocha, Chai, and Sinon.
Additional Skills:
Proficient in Unix/Linux command line operations.
Experience working within Agile/Scrum/Kanban development teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly to peers, developers, and senior leaders.
Familiarity with HTML5, JavaScript frameworks, and CSS3.
Our Lead Software Engineering, earn between $143,800 - $215,800. 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
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. #ConsumerTechnologyeXperience
Weekly Hours: 40
Time Type: Regular
Location: Plano, Texas
Salary Range: $143,800.00 - $215,800.00
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