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AT&T

Principal Technical Architect – Connected Vehicles, UAV, 5G Wireless

AT&T

. Define and drive AT&T's technical strategy and architecture for connected vehicle, automotive, UAV, and emerging mobility connectivity solutions .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $189,200 - $283,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in wireless device architecture, connected mobility solutions, and advanced wireless technologies, with a strong focus on 4G/5G integration and device certification processes. Proven ability to translate complex business requirements into actionable technical specifications and lead cross-functional teams in product development and testing.

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Wireless Device Architecture4G LTE And 5G TechnologiesRF Module IntegrationCarrier Device CertificationConnected Mobility Solutions

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Hard Skills
Device Specifications DevelopmentTest Specifications CreationRF TestingNetwork TracingTroubleshooting MethodologiesTechnical DocumentationEmbedded Cellular SolutionsPrototype TestingInteroperability Risk AssessmentPerformance Validation
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsInfluencing SkillsCross-Functional Collaboration
Tools & Technologies
KeysightRohde & SchwarzAnritsuNetwork SimulatorsDiagnostic Tools
Industry Keywords
Connected VehicleAutomotive ConnectivityIoTUAVWireless Industry CertificationMobility ArchitectureRF IntegrationAdvanced Wireless CapabilitiesAI-Assisted EngineeringAutomation Solutions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
IoT

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Define and drive AT&T's technical strategy and architecture for connected vehicle, automotive, UAV, and emerging mobility connectivity solutions
  • Translate business and product requirements into wireless device specifications, technical requirements, test strategies, and certification criteria
  • Provide technical leadership across Device Technology, Product, IoT, CTO, RAN, Mobility Core, Operations, OEMs, chipset suppliers, TCU/module vendors, automotive manufacturers, and certification organizations
  • Lead technical alignment for integrating 4G/5G connectivity, RF technologies, antennas, modules, and embedded wireless solutions into next-generation mobility products
  • Develop device requirements, test specifications, test object lists, and acceptance criteria
  • Drive carrier and industry certification readiness and identify technical or interoperability risks before product launch
  • Lead prototype, lab, field, and developmental testing for connected mobility services and devices
  • Troubleshoot pre-launch and post-launch device, RF, network, and connectivity issues using network tracing, RF testing, and diagnostic tools
  • Evaluate alternative architectures and resolve device-to-network integration challenges with partners
  • Use Keysight, Rohde & Schwarz, Anritsu, and similar test platforms to validate wireless performance and functionality
  • Develop technical documentation, implementation guidance, process maps, test plans, and operational-readiness materials
  • Evaluate emerging technologies such as AI-assisted engineering, automation, intelligent workflows, and advanced wireless capabilities
  • Help evolve engineering practices for connected mobility, IoT, and UAV ecosystems

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Deep experience in wireless device architecture, connected mobility, automotive connectivity, IoT, or advanced wireless product engineering
  • Strong understanding of 4G LTE and 5G wireless technologies, including device-to-network integration and performance
  • Experience developing and integrating RF modules, antennas, TCUs, wireless chipsets, and embedded cellular solutions
  • Experience designing, developing, prototyping, testing, and launching connected mobility or IoT services and devices
  • Strong knowledge of carrier device certification, wireless industry certification, technical acceptance, and conformance testing
  • Experience working with automotive OEMs, chipset vendors, TCU/module suppliers, wireless technology vendors, or device manufacturers
  • Hands-on experience with lab and field testing, network simulators, RF testing, network traces, and troubleshooting methodologies
  • Ability to turn complex business or product requirements into practical technical architectures and engineering requirements
  • Proven ability to work across multidisciplinary organizations and influence technical decisions without relying solely on positional authority
  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to explain complex wireless concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
  • Strong technical knowledge of 4G/LTE and 5G architectures, wireless devices, radio technologies, and RF integration
  • Hands-on experience with antenna design, RF performance, or RF integration and validation
  • Experience creating device specifications, technical requirements, test specifications, certification criteria, and test plans
  • Experience with connected vehicle, automotive, IoT, UAV/drone, or embedded cellular connectivity solutions
  • Working knowledge of Mobility and Access architecture and device interaction with commercial wireless networks
  • Experience with wireless test and network-simulation platforms such as Keysight, Rohde & Schwarz, or Anritsu
  • Demonstrated experience troubleshooting device and network issues in lab and field environments, including the use of tracing and diagnostic tools
  • Ability to manage multiple complex technical initiatives and deliver against product-development and launch timelines
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with suppliers, engineering organizations, product teams, and business stakeholders
  • Exposure to AI, copilots, intelligent assistants, automation, agent-based workflows, or ML-enabled engineering solutions is beneficial

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 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