Remote Principal Architect, Network R&D & AI Infra

Lumen Technologies; United States; Remote; USD 152,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumen Technologies is seeking a Principal Architect for Network Research & Development. This senior technical role focuses on shaping future network capabilities via architectural depth, disciplined experimentation, and practical evaluation of emerging technologies.

The position is remote within the United States and targets an experienced engineer who can influence roadmaps and partner ecosystems. Responsibilities include defining reference architectures, guiding proofs of concept, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, telecommunications, applied science, or a related technical field.
• 12+ years of experience in network architecture, network engineering, or related R&D roles.
• Strong executive and technical communication skills to explain complex concepts to senior leaders and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior technical authority for Network R&D initiatives and provide architectural direction.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and develop reference architectures and design patterns.
• Lead technical analyses of external partnerships and pilot/POC approaches.
• Translate findings into architecture implications, risk assessments, and actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate across engineering, product, security, operations, legal, and procurement to align with enterprise priorities.

Skills

Architectural leadership

Experimentation & evaluation

Executive communication

Vendor evaluation

Reference architectures

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/related field

Job description

Lumen Technologies is seeking a Principal Architect for Network Research & Development. This senior technical role focuses on shaping future network capabilities via architectural depth, disciplined experimentation, and practical evaluation of emerging technologies.

The position is remote within the United States and targets an experienced engineer who can influence roadmaps and partner ecosystems. Responsibilities include defining reference architectures, guiding proofs of concept, and