About this role
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.
Introduction At AT&T, we empower technology leaders to drive innovation in a fast-evolving, connected world. Your expertise will help design and deliver next-generation Mobility Core solutions that enable scalable, secure, and high-performance network services supporting millions of customers.
Job Overview
AT&T is seeking a Sr. Specialist Member of Technical Staff to lead engineering delivery across critical Mobility Core network functions, with a strong focus on NEF (Network Exposure Function) and virtual Active Charge (vAC - purpose specific Diameter Routing Agent) platform.
What you'll do:
• Drive design, implementation, and validation of cloud-native network solutions • Leverage AI and automation to improve testing, troubleshooting, and system performance • Collaborate across engineering, operations, and vendor teams to ensure reliable and scalable 5G Core deployments
You will play a key role in accelerating certification cycles, enhancing observability, and enabling modern service exposure capabilities across the Mobility Core.
• Own engineering delivery for NEF, vAC, and cross-platform support (PCF, BSF, PCRF, PAS) • Understand design and troubleshoot HTTP/REST and Diameter signaling flows, including end-to-end call flows and policy interactions • Build and operate Azure Operator Nexus (AON) lab environments for validation and issue reproduction • Develop CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps (ADO) and GitHub for provisioning, upgrades, testing, and rollback • Drive AI-assisted test automation frameworks to accelerate certification and improve issue detection • Perform root cause analysis using logs, KPIs, and packet-level diagnostics across network functions and infrastructure • Create and maintain runbooks, lab guides, test plans, and release documentation
What You’ll Need
• Strong experience in 5G Core / Mobility Core network functions • Expertise in CNF/Kubernetes-based deployments and cloud-native platforms • Solid knowledge of Linux, including system operations, troubleshooting, and performance analysis • Hands-on experience with: • Azure Operator Nexus (or equivalent cloud platforms) • CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub) • Monitoring & observability tools • Proficiency in VS Code and modern development workflows, including debugging, extensions, and Git integration • Experience with GitHub, including source control, branching, pull requests, and pipeline integration • Familiarity with agentic AI models and frameworks to enable AI-driven coding, automation, testing, and intelligent troubleshooting • Proficiency in network protocols (HTTP/REST, Diameter) • Strong collaboration skills across cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, vendors) • Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving ability and bias toward execution
What You’ll Bring
• Proven experience driving end-to-end engineering delivery for telecom or cloud-native platforms • Strong expertise in automation frameworks and AI-enabled solutions • Ability to lead complex troubleshooting across distributed systems • Experience improving system reliability, performance, and operational efficiency • Strong communication and collaboration skills across global and cross-functional teams
Our Sr Specialist Member of Technical Staff, earns between $128,100-$192,100 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.
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Our Sr Specialist Member of Technical Staff jobs earn between $128,100.00 - $192,100.00 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
Weekly Hours: 40 Time Type: Regular Location: USA:WA:Bothell / 20309 North Creek Pkwy - Adm (bothell 7):20309 N Creek Pkwy @ Bldg L Salary Range: $128,100.00 - $192,100.00 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 is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.