Principal Automation Engineer

Job Description: About the Company: Join AT&T and reimagine the communications and technologies that connect the world. Our Consumer Technology experience team is delivering innovative and reliable technology solutions to power differentiated, simplified customer experiences. Bring your bold ideas and fearless risk-taking to redefine connectivity and transform how the world shares stories and experiences that matter. When you step into a career with AT&T, you wonu2019t just imagine the future-youu2019ll create it. About the Role: We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Automation Engineer with a strong background in designing robust test automation frameworks . This is a strategic role where you will lead the design and development of scalable, maintainable, and high-performing automation solutions across web, mobile, and API platforms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate our testing capabilities and drive continuous quality across the software development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable automation frameworks from the ground up for web, mobile, API, and backend services. Evaluate and recommend tools, libraries, and technologies to support quality engineering goals. Collaborate with developers, QA engineers, DevOps, and product managers to integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines. Mentor and guide automation engineers on automation best practices, code quality, and design patterns. Mentor and guide quality engineering teams on framework adoption, script development, and best practices. Define standards for coding, documentation, and framework extensibility. Monitor framework performance and continuously optimize for scalability and maintainability. Participate in code reviews and ensure high standards of test reliability and efficiency. Partner with DevSecOps to embed security testing into automation frameworks. Required Qualifications 10+ years of experience in software test automation with at least 4 years in a lead or principal role. Proven experience in framework design and architecture for at least two major automation platforms (e.g., Selenium, Playwright, Appium, Cypress, REST Assured). Strong programming skills in Java, Python, JavaScript or similar languages. Deep knowledge of testing methodologies (unit, integration, system, acceptance, performance). Experience with test execution tools, CI/CD systems (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps), and test reporting dashboards. Hands-on experience with BDD/TDD and tools like Cucumber or SpecFlow. Preferred Qualifications: Exposure to GenAI tools or intelligent test automation platforms. Experience in performance and security test automation. Knowledge of service virtualization and test data management. Contributions to open-source automation projects. Skills Required --- Examples/Tools you should have Automation Frameworks --- Selenium, Cypress, Appium, Playwright, Cucumber Programming Languages --- Python, Java, JavaScript, C# CI/CD Tools --- Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps Infrastructure Automation --- Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, Chef Cloud Platforms --- AWS, Azure, GCP Containerization --- Docker, Kubernetes API Testing --- Postman, RestAssured, SoapUI Monitoring Tools --- Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack Databases --- SQL, MongoDB, Cassandra Our Principal Automation Engineer, earns between $158,200.00-$237,400.00 USD Annual total comp estimate, 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: u00b7 Medical/Dental/Vision coverage. u00b7 401(k) plan u00b7 Tuition reimbursement program. u00b7 Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays) u00b7 Paid Parental Leave. u00b7 Paid Caregiver Leave. u00b7 Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected. u00b7 Adoption Reimbursement. u00b7 Disability Benefits (short term and long term) u00b7 Life and Accidental Death Insurance. u00b7 Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal. u00b7 Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) u00b7 Extensive employee wellness programs. u00b7 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. #ConsumerTechnologyeXperience 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. Weekly Hours: 40 Time Type: Regular Location: USA:TX:Dallas / Two AT&T Plaza (211 S Akard St) - Dat:211 S Akard St Salary Range: $158,200.00 - $237,400.00 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 is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.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

Created: 2025-09-22