Sr Lead Solution Architect

Lumen Argentina; Alaska; Remote; USD 142,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a seasoned professional to lead the implementation of Network as a Service (NaaS) solutions. This role involves providing technical direction across various network layers and applications, ensuring alignment with customer experience requirements. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in software development and networking, along with strong communication and mentorship skills. Join a forward-thinking organization that values teamwork and transparency, and contribute to shaping the future of digital connectivity. This position offers the flexibility of remote work within the United States, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the tech industry.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Life Insurance

Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in software development and networking.
• Strong understanding of network technologies and automation.

Responsibilities

• Architect solutions for complex business problems.
• Manage multiple projects while ensuring delivery across teams.
• Coach and mentor others in business processes.

Skills

Software Development

Systems Engineering

Networking Automation

Communication Skills

Coaching and Mentorship

Network Technologies

Layer 2 Ethernet Switching

Network Protocols (BGP, MPLS)

Ansible

Python

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree

Tools

Ansible

Python

Job description

About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

Provide technical direction and definition of Lumen’s Network as a Service (NaaS) implementation across a broad range of network and applications. This will require a strong understanding of Lumen’s Layer 1, Layer 2, & Layer 3 networks and products, a strong understanding of Lumen’s Edge Compute implementation, and a working level understanding of software development methodologies. This role will serve as a primary representative for a product’s implementation on the network automation platform in a cross-functional team and will be expected to be a thought leader in how network capabilities are componentized and exposed to both internal and external consumers to align to the Network as a Service vision and methodology. Will be expected to contribute to the definition of the customer experience and product requirements, translating product and customer experience requirements into specific network and application designs. This role will work across the network architecture, engineering, and systems development organizations to ensure alignment to the vision and experience. Will ensure delivery is coordinated across the broader cross-functional team. May also be expected to communicate vision and implementation with external audiences – customers, industry forums, etc.

Location

This role is designated as a fully remote position within the United States.

The Main Responsibilities

• Process feedback and requirements into key points and concepts to be implemented
• Architect solutions for business problems which may be beyond ownership area and clearly communicate requirements, intent, and implementation details to technical and non-technical audiences
• Effectively manage and deliver multiple projects in parallel while maintaining ownership of keys areas of responsibility across the organization
• Indirectly influence the work of others to drive large projects from inception to delivery with successful completion and implementation of requirements
• Coach and mentor others in the business processes implemented in the team's applications, services, and workflows to provide resolution to support problems
• Effectively estimate the time it will take to perform tasks and influence the work to be completed within those timeframes, provide input/feedback to stakeholders and project managers for effective capacity planning
• Scale solutions to meet enhanced requirements for growth, new services, or network optimization by applying approved technologies and architectures for enhancements/additions and provide for an economical means to complete the work

What We Look For in a Candidate

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of related experience in software development, systems engineering, and/or networking and networking automation
• Experience translating product and technical network requirements into implementable solutions
• Strong listening and communication skills
• Strong coaching and mentorship capabilities
• Strong understanding of network technologies including Internet, Ethernet, IPVPN, Edge Compute, and Optical transport
• Strong Layer 2 knowledge of ethernet switching equipment and switching architectures used on Lumen’s Internet networks
• Working level experience with protocols and standards used on Lumen’s networks such as BGP, IS-IS, MPLS, BFD, LLDP, RPKI, BMP
• Strong understanding of Ansible, Python, and other network automation methodologies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven experience as force multiplier in the way teams are lead through complex problems
• Working Knowledge of:
  • Asynchronous programming concepts and distributed systems design
  • Continuous integration and delivery practices
  • Zero downtime deployment strategies
  • OpenAPI

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:

$129,639 - $172,852 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, and WY.
$136,121 - $181,494 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI.
$142,603 - $190,137 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA.

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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.

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Requisition #: 337269

Background Screening

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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.

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 change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

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Application Deadline
05/17/2025