Senior Lead Solution Train Engineer

Role Description

The Senior Lead Solution Train Engineer (STE) is a master-level servant leader, coach, and strategic orchestrator for the Solution Train within our Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) at Lumen. Operating at the SAFe Large Solution level, the Sr. STE is responsible for coordinating execution across multiple Agile Release Trains (ARTs) within the value stream, facilitating continuous planning, and driving high-level synchronization. As a senior leader, you will emphasize proactive dependency management, cross-train risk mitigation, and readiness before committing to deliver. You will leverage a deep understanding of complex, interconnected systems to foster executive conversations that drive the highest value realization, ensuring that all aligned ARTs deliver seamlessly as one coordinated solution.

Location

This is a remote opportunity open to candidates located anywhere in the U.S.

Main Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Facilitation: Lead and facilitate Pre- and Post-PI (Planning Interval) Planning, Solution Train Syncs, and strategic synchronization ceremonies (Coach Sync / Scrum of Scrums). Establish and communicate annual calendars for iterations and PIs at the large solution level.
• Cross-ART Orchestration: Coordinate complex execution across multiple ARTs and suppliers within the value stream. Own the movement of high-impact epics spanning multiple teams and ensure delivery alignment.
• Complex Dependency & Risk Management: Proactively identify, track, and mitigate cross-ART risks, dependencies, and capacity constraints before they impact solution delivery. Aggressively escalate and resolve complex organizational impediments.
• Metrics, Quality & Tooling Ownership: Own solution-level metrics and reporting (flow, velocity, quality, and health) in the enterprise management tool. Promote built-in quality practices, continuous integration, automated testing, and DevOps.
• Release Management: Coordinate and facilitate the continuous release process across the entire Solution Train.
• Mentorship & Agile Coaching: Coach and mentor Release Train Engineers (RTEs), Product Owners, and junior STEs. Drive relentless continuous improvement by facilitating Inspect & Adapt (I&A) events at the solution level and contributing actively to Communities of Practice.
• Budget and Strategy Alignment: Work closely with Solution Management, Architects, and business stakeholders to ensure strategy and execution remain perfectly aligned while operating within the Agile Release Train and Value Stream budgets.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in technical program management, SDLC operations, or Agile leadership.
• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience); Master's Degree with 8 years of experience preferred.
• Proven track record of coordinating multiple teams or ARTs delivering a single, complex solution.
• Exceptional facilitation, executive communication, and servant leadership skills. Ability to operate completely independently and navigate highly complex organizational environments.
• Mastery of Agile at Scale concepts to manage aligned capabilities and resources across a complex telecommunications/network software portfolio preferred.
• Certified SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) or SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) / Solution Train Engineer (STE) certification preferred.

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.

• $132,232 - $176,310 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
• $138,844 - $185,124 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, RI
• $145,456 - $193,940 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, WA

Benefits

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.

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.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunities

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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 change based on evolving business needs and conditions.