Lead Software Engineer

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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

The IT Lead Software Engineer - Service Assurance plays a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining robust software solutions that enhance network reliability, incident management, and service assurance automation in telecom operations. This position involves leading technical development efforts, optimizing service assurance platforms, and driving innovative solutions to improve operational efficiency.

Location

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

The Main Responsibilities

Software Development & Architecture: Design, develop, and enhance service assurance software solutions, ensuring scalability, performance, and resilience.

Automation & AI Integration: Implement AI/ML-driven automation strategies to optimize fault detection, incident management, and predictive analytics.

System & Network Monitoring Enhancements: Develop solutions that improve network reliability, real-time monitoring, and performance optimization.

Collaboration & Technical Leadership: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, engineering, and business stakeholders, to align software solutions with strategic goals.

Code Quality & Best Practices: Establish coding standards, conduct code reviews, and ensure adherence to software development best practices.

Cloud & API Development: Build scalable applications using cloud technologies and API-driven architectures for seamless integration.

Security & Compliance: Ensure all software solutions align with cybersecurity best practices, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing: Guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in software engineering, with at least 3 years in telecom or service assurance.
• Strong programming skills in Java. Go and Python would be a plus
• Expertise in cloud-based architectures, APIs, building and managing containerizes services and microservices.
• Experience with automation, AI/ML, and predictive analytics in service assurance.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience in using and managing an enterprise CICD workflow including Github, linting tools and Jenkins

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:

$103,711 - $138,281 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.$108,896 - $145,195 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI.$114,082 - $152,109 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and 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:

Requisition #: 338828

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.

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 07/09/2025