**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.”** We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Network Engineer to develop solutions to complex technical problems using expert-level engineering and scientific principles. This role focuses on the conceptual development from requirements through design and implementation in support of IT and Operations partners. The ideal candidate will serve as a Subject Matter Expert in planning, designing, and building functions and tooling automation across both Wireline and Mobility transport networks. **Key Responsibilities:** + Develop solutions to technical problems with complex scope using expert-level engineering and scientific principles related to AT&T Network Evolution and core directives. + Focus on conceptual development, from requirements through design and implementation, in support of IT and Operations partners. + Serve as a Subject Matter Expert in planning, design, and building functions and tooling automation across Wireline and Mobility transport networks. + Apply engineering principles and practices in broad areas of complex technical project work that require in-depth analysis using advanced techniques, knowledge, and expertise. + Focus on network design, inventory management, and link planning across newer network technologies like Open ROADM, Circuit Emulation, P/X Leaf's, etc. + Perform open-source development, scripting, and microservices to increase operational efficiencies via automation in support of transport planning automation, inventory management, and ticketing. **Specific Skills Required** : + Advanced knowledge and experience with network design, inventory management, and link planning. + Expertise in newer network technologies such as Open ROADM, Circuit Emulation, P/X Leaf's, etc. + Proficiency in open-source development, scripting, and microservices. + Strong understanding of automation to increase operational efficiencies in transport planning, inventory, and ticketing. + Familiarity with Granite, CANOPI, TIRKS, PED, ServiceNow Inventory, and RPA/Automation Anywhere. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Proven track record of developing solutions for complex technical problems. + Ability to work collaboratively with IT and Operations partners. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. **Experience/Education:** + PhD in an approved field from an approved university with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience or Masters in an approved field from an approved university with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience or a Bachelors in an approved field from an approved university with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. Our Principal Member of Technical Staff, earns between $180,200.00 - $270,400.00 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 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. \#LI-Onsite – Full-time office role- AT&T is leading the way to the future – for customers, businesses, and the industry. We're developing new technologies to make it easier for our customers to stay connected to their world. Together, we’ve built a premier integrated communications and entertainment company and an amazing place to work and grow. Team up with industry innovators every time you walk into work, creating the world you always imagined. Ready to #transformdigital with us? **Apply now!** **Weekly Hours:** 40 **Time Type:** Regular **Location:** USA:TX:Plano / W Plano Pkwy - Adm:3400 W Plano Pkwy **Salary Range:** $180,200.00 - $270,400.00 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 will consider for employment qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of federal, state and local laws We expect employees to be honest, trustworthy, and operate with integrity. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment (including sexual harassment) in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment status