Senior Software Engineer

Lumen Technologies; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Lifestyle benefits

Job summary

Lumen Technologies is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and deliver software solutions in an Agile environment. You will collaborate across disciplines to translate complex requirements into scalable, production-ready software that supports AI-ready connectivity.

This remote US-based role emphasizes strong problem solving, ownership, and ability to work across cloud, edge, and AI workloads.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience with a bachelor's degree or equivalent education; 4 years with a master's degree.
• Experience in Agile practices, including planning, grooming, sprint management, standups, and retrospectives; familiarity with JIRA.
• Extensive development experience using C#, .NET and javascript.
• Cloud development experience, preferably Azure DevOps.
• Telecommunications industry experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deliver software solutions in an Agile Scrum team.
• Collaborate with business partners and technical staff to meet requirements.
• Define and implement automated tests with product developers.
• Document work to promote transparency and reuse.
• Build production-quality enterprise systems meeting target SLAs for scalability and performance.
• Participate in code-review processes.
• Prioritize multiple concurrent projects and tasks.
• Demonstrate accountability for completed assignments.

Skills

C#

.NET

JavaScript

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or equivalent

Tools

Oracle RDBMS

SQL

Job description

Lumen is the trusted network for the AI-powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through our expansive fiber network and connected ecosystem. We enable secure, high-performance connectivity across cloud, edge, and AI workloads for enterprises, governments, and communities.

At Lumen, you'll work on infrastructure customers rely on today and build for what's next, where performance, security, and resilience matter.

This is a high accountability environment where bold ideas drive real innovation for our customers, partners, and industry. The work is challenging, expectations are clear, and trust is built into how we operate. If you're ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI-ready connectivity, join us today.

The Role

At Lumen, the company is building the trusted network for the AI-powered world---connecting people, data, and applications through one of the industry's most expansive fiber networks and connected ecosystems. Every day, Lumen teams help enterprises, governments, and communities unlock what's possible through secure, high-performance connectivity that powers cloud, edge, and AI innovation.

As a Senior Software Engineer, the successful candidate will collaborate with talented peers in an agile environment to design, develop, test, and deliver impactful software solutions that solve real-world challenges. From enhancing existing platforms to creating new capabilities, this role works across disciplines, translates complex requirements into scalable solutions, and influences outcomes that matter to customers around the globe.

Location

This position is remote and based within the US.

The Main Responsibilities

• Partners in an Agile Scrum team environment to be able to design, develop, code, test, debug and support in production new software or significant enhancements to existing software
• Works closely with business partners and technical staff to create technical solutions that meet business and technical requirements
• Collaborates with product developers in an agile team to define and implement effective and efficient automated tests
• Documents own work to promote transparency and reuse
• Builds production-quality enterprise-grade systems that achieve target SLAs for scalability, reliability, and performance on an agreed upon schedule
• Actively participates in code-review process
• Prioritizes and handles multiple concurrent projects and efforts
• Demonstrates accountability for successful completion of assignments and tasks

What We Look For in a Candidate

• 6 years of experience with a bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience (Computer Science or similar is preferred). 4 years of experience with a master's degree.
• Working knowledge of software development methodologies, standards, and coding best practices.
• Experience in Agile practices, including planning and grooming, sprint management, daily standup, and retrospective participation. Familiarity with JIRA.
• Extensive development experience using C#, .NET and javascript
• Experience with Oracle RDBMS and SQL
• Cloud development experience, preferably Azure DevOps
• Highly motivated, organized, reliable and detail oriented
• Quick learner and actively seeks out new technology
• Experience in the telecommunications industry a plus
• Strong problem-solving, time management, written and verbal communication skills

Compensation

|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Location Based Pay Ranges $84,629 - $112,838 in these states: AL AR AZ FL GA IA ID IN KS KY LA ME MO MS MT ND NE NM OH OK PA SC SD TN UT VT WI WV WY $88,860 - $118,480 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI $93,092 - $124,122 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process. | | | | Learn more about Lumen's: | | Benefits | | Bonus Structure #LI-Remote |

Life at Lumen

Life at Lumen is human and connected, even in a fast moving, AI-focused organization. We set clear expectations and trust people to meet them. With real support and shared accountability, teams collaborate better, move faster, and deliver meaningful outcomes.

Our Lumen 8 behaviors guide how we interact, make decisions, and work together, shaping a culture built to perform and win.

To learn more about Life at Lumen and how we live the Lumen 8, please visit: https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/life-at-lumen

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

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Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to