Technology Development Program - Network Engineer

$87,200 - $130,800/Yr

AT&T - Arlington, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Arlington, VA

Telecommunications

About the position

The Technology Development Program (TDP) at AT&T is designed to empower individuals to create real change in a connected world. Participants in this program will transition from students to highly skilled technology professionals, gaining valuable experience and insights into the telecommunications industry. The program emphasizes a culture of impact, innovation, and collaboration, allowing members to work on high-value initiatives that contribute to one of the best wireless and 5G networks in America. As part of TDP, you will have the opportunity to connect with mentors, supporters, and peers, creating a robust support system to help launch your career into the future. Currently, the program has openings for the Network Engineer role in Dallas. As a Network Engineer, you will collaborate with teams responsible for the architecture, engineering, and operation of AT&T's wireless and fiber-based networks. Your responsibilities will include creating, communicating, and implementing plans for voice, video, and data technologies, which are essential for advancing AT&T's automated self-managed networks. This role is foundational to AT&T's business legacy, providing you with a breadth of technical and leadership experiences, exposure to executive leaders, and the opportunity to develop into a technical leader for tomorrow's network. In this position, you may be involved in planning future cell locations for the latest Wireless 5G network, managing high-capacity router network growth, or creating optical fiber build plans to enable broadband streaming. You will analyze data, work with vendors, and transform information into actionable plans and status updates to communicate with cross-functional teams and leaders, ensuring that complex projects remain on track. The ideal candidate will possess a curious mindset and a diverse skill set, including proficiency in at least one programming language, data analysis techniques, a solid understanding of automation fundamentals, and the ability to translate technical details into layman's terms.

Responsibilities

• Partner with teams responsible for the architecture, engineering, and operation of AT&T's wireless and fiber-based networks.
• Create, communicate, and implement plans for voice, video, and data technologies.
• Plan future cell locations for the Wireless 5G network.
• Manage high-capacity router network growth.
• Create optical fiber build plans for broadband streaming.
• Analyze data and work with vendors to drive key decisions.
• Transform information into actionable plans and status updates for cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math).
• Comfortable with at least one programming language.
• Proficient in data analysis techniques for data retrieval, manipulation, and visualization.
• Good understanding of automation fundamentals.
• Knowledge of financials and ability to translate technical details into common terms.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Curiosity about innovations in technology.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• 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 AT&T phone.