Core Network Engineer

AT&T

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chantilly, VA
Salary
$89,200–$180,000 / yr
Posted
58 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Nov 30, 2026

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $152k
This role $135k
$76k most similar roles pay here $208k

This role pays less than 69% of similar roles. Most pay $129,575–$174,600 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $135k versus about $152k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About AT&T

AT&T is a US-based telecommunications company providing wireless, broadband, and fiber internet service along with phone and connectivity products for consumers and businesses.

AT&T currently has 89 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $118,700–$216,703 across 83 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Core Network Engineer

Core Network Engineer (Network Designer II) (Government) joins the National Security Team to support government customers’ global enterprise networks by providing critical voice, video, and collaboration services. The role involves designing and developing tools for operating systems platforms, integrating with commercial applications, and building database management systems, image processing, collaborative tools, data manipulation techniques, and directory services. Daily responsibilities include conducting unit tests, determining software design feasibility within cost constraints, documenting designs, writing user manuals, and coordinating the work of programming personnel. The position requires expertise in authoring or scripting languages for website construction and digital media content creation. Candidates must possess a TS/SCI with polygraph clearance and be compliant with DoD 8140 Information Assurance Technical Level 2. This role addresses technical challenges within the intelligence community's operational infrastructure.

What you'll do

  • Design and develop tools for relevant operating systems and commercial applications.
  • Develop database management systems, image processing tools, and directory services.
  • Conduct unit tests and determine software design feasibility within time and cost constraints.
  • Document software designs and create manuals to guide end users.
  • Assign, coordinate, and review the work of programming personnel.
  • Train subordinates in programming and coding techniques.
  • Build websites using authoring languages, scripting tools, and digital media.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess a TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
  • Must have 10 years of experience based on a combination of work history and education.
  • Must be compliant with DoD 8140 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 2.
  • Experience in designing and developing tools for operating systems, commercial applications, and database management systems.
  • Ability to develop unit tests and document software designs and instructions.
  • Ability to coordinate work activities of programming personnel and train subordinates.
  • Skill in building websites using authoring or scripting languages and digital media tools.

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