Principal Engineer — Lead Scalable Network Solutions

T-Mobile

Bellevue (WA)

On-site

USD 118,000 - 213,000

Full time

48 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Annual stock grant
Employee stock purchase plan
401(k)
Paid time off
Bonuses & incentives
Discounts on services

Job summary

T-Mobile is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead, design, build, and deploy scalable software solutions supporting highly available systems in the United States. The role emphasizes independent judgment, modern software components, and collaboration across engineering teams to align with business goals and technical requirements.

The role encourages agile methodologies, innovation, and a culture of transparency, with a focus on delivering reliable, well-integrated solutions that drive customer

Qualifications

  • Hands-on development experience with C and C+ (Required).
  • Analytical thinking and capacity planning skills.
  • Strong communication and technical writing abilities.
  • Experience in network architecture and design.
  • Systems engineering mindset with ability to mentor others.
  • Experience with technology roadmaps and project planning.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and validation of network systems to maximize reliability, performance, and cost efficiency
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation and presentations to communicate design benefits to diverse audiences
  • Drive engineering projects by applying techniques, conducting tests, and supervising engineering teams to meet objectives
  • Analyze and implement technology improvements to optimize network processes and support business requirements
  • Monitor industry technologies and standards to inform design decisions and influence organizational technology strategies
  • Evaluate new and existing technologies to align with business goals and support network evolution
  • Also responsible for other duties/projects as assigned by business management as needed

Skills

C and C++
Analytical Thinking
Capacity Planning
Communication
Feasibility Studies
Mentorship
Network Architecture
Network Design
Systems Engineering
Technical Writing
Technology Roadmap
18+ years
Legal work eligibility (US)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Computer Science
Advanced degree with 5 years experience

Job description

T-Mobile is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead, design, build, and deploy scalable software solutions supporting highly available systems in the United States. The role emphasizes independent judgment, modern software components, and collaboration across engineering teams to align with business goals and technical requirements.

The role encourages agile methodologies, innovation, and a culture of transparency, with a focus on delivering reliable, well-integrated solutions that drive customer

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