Associate Director – Technology, AI Native Software

AT&T

Associate Director leading AT&T engineering teams building AI-native software and digital products. Guiding AI agents, LLM platforms, and full-stack Python products from concept to production.

Posted 9/3/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $191,400 - $287,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading AI-native software product development, managing multidisciplinary engineering teams, and delivering scalable, reliable solutions. Proficient in technical architecture for AI agent systems and full-stack Python applications, with a strong focus on innovation and operational excellence.

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AI-Native Product DevelopmentFull-Stack Python Application DevelopmentAI Agent ArchitecturesEngineering Team LeadershipDevOps and MLOps Knowledge

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Hard Skills

AI Agent ArchitecturesLLM TechnologiesFull-Stack Python Application DevelopmentPrompt EngineeringContext EngineeringAI Developer ToolsAI-Native SDLC MethodologiesIntegration of AI SolutionsComplex Software Solutions DeliveryResource Management

Soft Skills

Talent ManagementCoaching and MentoringCommunication with StakeholdersStrategic PlanningInnovation Advocacy

Tools & Technologies

AI Developer ToolsAgentic Coding PlatformsAPIsData PlatformsEnterprise Applications

Industry Keywords

AI/ML SolutionsDigital Platform SolutionsEnterprise-Scale EnvironmentsHigh-Growth OrganizationsRegulated Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead delivery of AI-native software products and platforms from ideation through production deployment
Manage and grow a multidisciplinary engineering organization spanning LLM, prompt, context, frontend, backend, and integration engineering
Define and guide technical architecture for AI agent systems, LLM-powered solutions, and full-stack Python applications
Establish and improve AI-native software development practices, including AI-assisted coding, agentic workflows, and accelerated release cycles
Partner with Product, Design, and Business leaders to translate strategic objectives into technical roadmaps and delivery plans
Drive engineering excellence focused on scalability, reliability, security, and operational performance
Oversee resource planning, prioritization, and delivery across concurrent workstreams and engineering disciplines
Coach, mentor, and develop engineering managers and individual contributors
Communicate delivery progress, risks, and outcomes to senior leadership and key stakeholders
Champion innovation and practical application of AI technologies to accelerate product development and business value

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience
8+ years of progressive experience in technology leadership roles
3+ years of direct management experience leading engineering teams delivering AI/ML, automation, or digital platform solutions
Experience leading AI-native product development from concept through deployment in enterprise-scale environments
Hands-on technical expertise in AI agent architectures, LLM technologies, and full-stack Python application development
Demonstrated experience managing resources and priorities across multiple engineering disciplines
Proven ability to deliver complex software solutions at scale while maintaining high standards for quality and reliability
Strong talent management experience, including hiring, coaching, and team development
Experience with prompt engineering, context engineering, and LLM evaluation frameworks
Familiarity with agentic coding platforms, AI developer tools, and AI-native SDLC methodologies
Experience integrating AI solutions with enterprise applications, APIs, and data platforms
Knowledge of DevOps, MLOps, and production AI operations
Experience leading teams within high-growth, transformation-focused, or innovation-driven organizations
Experience deploying AI-powered products in highly regulated, large-scale enterprise environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
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