Job Description:

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.

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Database Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Cassandra database clusters to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability. This role involves monitoring and optimizing the performance of Cassandra databases, troubleshooting and resolving issues, and developing and implementing backup and recovery strategies.

The Database Engineer will collaborate with development teams to design and optimize data models and queries, ensuring data security and compliance with industry standards and best practices. Additionally, the role includes automating routine tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention. Providing technical support and guidance to other team members and stakeholders is also a key responsibility.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain Cassandra database clusters to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability.
• Monitor and optimize the performance of Cassandra databases, including troubleshooting and resolving issues.
• Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies for Cassandra databases.
• Collaborate with development teams to design and optimize data models and queries.
• Ensure data security and compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Automate routine tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
• Provide technical support and guidance to other team members and stakeholders.
• Stay up to date with the latest trends and advancements in Cassandra and related technologies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a System Engineer with a focus on Cassandra database management.
• Strong knowledge of Cassandra architecture, data modeling, and query optimization.
• Proficiency in Linux/Unix operating systems and shell scripting.
• Experience with monitoring and performance tuning tools for Cassandra.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Our Senior Member of Technical Staff, earns between $132,400.00 - $222,400.00 USD Annual, 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 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.

#LI-Onsite – Full-time office role-

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Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

USA:TX:Dallas / Three AT&T Plaza (308 S Akard St) - Co:308 S Akard St

Salary Range:

$132,400.00 - $222,400.00

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.

Job ID R-72399 Date posted 06/27/2025