Director-Network Access Construction & Engineering (RAN)

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted.  

AT&T will not hire any applicants for this position who require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Introduction

Build the future of connectivity by leading the networks that keep people, businesses, and communities connected. At AT&T, our Network teams deliver innovation at scale—expanding 5G and Fiber infrastructure while modernizing legacy networks to drive reliability, performance, and customer experience. Join a team where your leadership directly shapes next-generation wireless access across diverse markets.

Job overview

In this role, you will lead and develop large, geographically distributed teams responsible for the end-to-end planning, design, construction, implementation, and optimization of 5G  network infrastructure, with a primary focus on Radio Access Network (RAN) engineering. You will own market-level accountability for network performance and execution, align engineering delivery with business priorities, and ensure regulatory compliance, safety, and operational excellence across RAN and project management functions.

What you’ll do

• Lead and develop high-performing, multi-layered RAN engineering organizations across multiple markets, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and succession planning.

• Own market-level accountability for RAN design, optimization, deployment, and network performance outcomes that drive customer experience.

• Direct execution of large-scale capital programs including 5G expansion, C-Band deployment, densification, modernization, and Fiber integration initiatives.

• Translate national and regional network strategies into actionable engineering roadmaps and prioritized market-level build plans.

• Partner cross-functionally with Construction & Engineering, Transport, Operations, Vendor Management, and Product teams to accelerate deployment velocity and improve outcomes.

• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, environmental, and construction standards through strong governance, field oversight, and vendor accountability.

What you’ll need

• Deep expertise in RAN technologies including LTE and 5G NR, with strong understanding of network design, optimization, and deployment processes.

• Experience leading large-scale wireless and wireline network engineering and construction initiatives.

• Proven ability to execute complex, multi-year capital programs while balancing cost, schedule, quality, and performance.

• Strong knowledge of network performance management, including accessibility, retainability, throughput, coverage, and customer experience metrics.

• Experience managing OEM and vendor partners to deliver on performance, quality, and schedule commitments.

• Ability to analyze data and performance trends to drive prioritization and continuous improvement.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired.

• 10+ years of related experience in network engineering, construction, or infrastructure leadership roles.

• Demonstrated success leading large organizations, including direct supervision of professionals.

• Proven ability to design and execute strategies aligned with organizational goals and network priorities.

• Experience influencing hiring, performance management, promotion, and compensation decisions; background in highly scaled or regulated environments preferred.

AT&T offers a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. Here, you’ll lead at scale, work with experienced network professionals, and help deliver the wireless and fiber infrastructure that powers millions of connections. Join us and build what’s next.

Supervisor: Yes 

Our Director-Network Access C&E earns between $188,100 - $282,100 annually. 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 28 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays) 

• Long Term Grants and Deferred Compensation 

• 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 

Ready to join our team?  Apply today 

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