Director-Technology

AT&T; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 211,000 - 316,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Caregiver Leave

Additional sick leave beyond state law

Job summary

AT&T in Dallas, Texas is seeking a technology leader to direct and deliver enterprise software platforms and AI-driven solutions. You will manage large teams, set strategy, and align technology with business goals.

This role requires hands-on experience with modern engineering practices, roadmaps, budgets, and vendor coordination. Office presence a minimum of 5 days per week; salary range stated in posting.

Qualifications

• Experience leading enterprise software platforms and large-scale development initiatives.
• Strong background in modern software engineering practices and delivery models.
• Hands-on experience with AI, ML, agentic workflows or advanced analytics.
• Experience managing complex programs, roadmaps, budgeting, and execution.
• Ability to evaluate emerging technologies and integrate them into scalable environments.
• Experience coordinating with vendors and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Set technology strategy, architecture, and delivery direction.
• Lead multi-layered teams across design, delivery, architecture, and operations.
• Oversee full software development lifecycle for secure, high-quality delivery.
• Drive adoption of AI and advanced analytics in workflows.
• Translate business needs into technology roadmaps and prioritized initiatives.
• Manage programs including business cases, resources, budgets, and vendors.

Skills

Enterprise software leadership

Modern software engineering

AI / ML experience

Program management

Tech evaluation

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. AT&T will not hire any applicants for this position who require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Introduction

Build the future of connectivity by transforming how technology powers insight, innovation, and scale. At AT&T, our technology leaders turn complex data into intelligent solutions that drive business outcomes across the enterprise. Join a team where your expertise in modern platforms, software engineering, and artificial intelligence helps shape how the organization operates, innovates, and grows.

Job Overview

In this role, you will direct and lead large, high-performing technology teams responsible for the strategy, architecture, and delivery of wireless and wireline software platforms and advanced AI-driven software solutions. You will guide the development, optimization, and operation of systems spanning modern software delivery, data platforms, and emerging technologies. Partnering closely with business and technology leaders, you will align technology investments with organizational goals while delivering scalable, reliable, and innovative solutions that generate measurable impact.

What You'll Do

• Set technology strategy, architecture, and delivery direction for wireless and wireline network, including geospatial and data-driven systems.
• Lead and develop multi-layered teams across software design, delivery, systems architecture, and technical operations.
• Oversee the full software development lifecycle to ensure efficient, secure, and high-quality solution delivery.
• Drive adoption of artificial intelligence and advanced analytics, including agents and agentic workflows and intelligent applications.
• Partner with business stakeholders to translate needs into technology strategies, roadmaps, and prioritized initiatives.
• Manage complex programs and projects, including business case development, resource planning, budget tracking, and vendor coordination.

What You'll Need

• Experience leading enterprise software platforms and large-scale application development initiatives.
• Strong background in modern software engineering practices, architecture, and delivery models.
• Hands-on experience with artificial intelligence, machine learning, agentic workflows or advanced analytics solutions.
• Expertise managing complex programs, including roadmap planning, budgeting, and execution.
• Ability to evaluate emerging technologies and integrate them into scalable, production environments.
• Experience coordinating with vendors, consultants, and cross-functional technology teams.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in Computer Science desired.
• 10+ years of related experience in technology leadership, software engineering, or enterprise IT roles.
• Demonstrated success leading large organizations, including direct supervision of managers and senior professionals.
• Proven ability to design and execute technology strategies aligned with enterprise goals.
• Experience influencing hiring, performance management, promotion, and compensation decisions.
• Background working in complex, highly scaled enterprise environments preferred.

Supervisor: Yes

Our Director-Technology jobs earn between $210,600.00 - $316,000.00 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 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
• Long Term Grants and Deferred Compensation
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 28 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays

Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Regular

Location

Dallas, Texas

Salary Range

$210,600.00 - $316,000.00

AT&T and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity. All hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions remain merit-based and free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.