Sr Lead Software Engineer

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 Senior Lead Software Engineer - Service Assurance is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions that ensure high network reliability, performance monitoring, and automation in telecom operations. This role involves leading software development initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing innovative technologies to optimize service assurance processes. We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Software Engineer to architect, implement, and manage scalable solutions across our enterprise. This role will lead a team of engineers and design and develop user interfaces for all of the service assurance suite of software. Location This role is designated as a fully remote position within the United States. The Main Responsibilities

• Software Development Leadership: Drive the architecture, design, and implementation of software solutions for service assurance, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
• Automation & AI Integration: Develop and implement automated solutions using AI/ML to enhance proactive network monitoring and incident resolution.
• System Optimization: Improve fault detection, incident management, and predictive analytics capabilities within service assurance platforms.
• Technical Strategy: Define best practices for software engineering, code quality, and system reliability within the department.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with operations, business teams, and engineering to align software solutions with strategic objectives.
• Data-Driven Enhancements: Leverage big data analytics, telemetry, and monitoring tools to optimize network performance.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure software solutions adhere to industry standards, cybersecurity best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Mentorship & Leadership: Provide technical guidance to junior engineers, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
• Design and implement secure, scalable, and highly available cloud infrastructure.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 8 years of experience in software development, with at least 5 years in telecom or service assurance.
• Experience with modern web UI design technologies (such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js).
• Expertise in programming languages such as Java, C
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies, APIs, and microservices architecture.
• Expertise in at least one or two major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP). GCP and AWS experience preferred.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect are a plus.
• Experience with AI, ML, automation, and predictive analytics for network optimization.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership 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: $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. 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. #LI-VK1 Learn more about Lumen's:

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