Job Information
Lumen Principal Architect in Topeka, Kansas
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.
Lumen’s commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We’ve made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we’re the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index.
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
Principal Network Architect will lead, define, and manage a highly strategic program that optimizes Lumen Routing and Switching Network footprint both from an Infrastructure and Client perspective. This includes all aspects Lumen's MPLS Core infrastructures (AS3356, AS3549, AS209), VPN edge infrastructure, and services (Layer-2 and Layer-3 VPN), along with supporting the VoIP, SD-WAN, and service overlay networks. Responsibilities for the Internet and MPLS/Enterprise technologies include ongoing innovation and development of technologies and services that accelerate revenue opportunities, improve cost efficiency, and promote operational stability and resiliency.
The Architecture team will collaborate with the Transport, Metro, and Access Architecture team to facilitate the transition from legacy technologies such as Sonet/SDH/TDM/xDSL to modern Ethernet, IP/MPLS, and packet-based architectures and services.
Location
This role is designated as a fully remote position within the United States.
Job Responsibilities
Scale and Architect IP and MPLS Networks and Services : Design and implement IP and MPLS networks and services, ensuring clear communication of requirements, intent, and implementation details to both technical and non-technical audiences. Conduct cost analysis and vendor selection for new technologies.
Collaborate with Industry Standards Bodies: Work closely with industry standards bodies to ensure compliance and stay updated with the latest technological advancements and best practices.
Manage and Deliver Multiple Projects: Effectively manage and deliver multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining ownership of key areas of responsibility across the organization.
Drive Large Projects within a Team Environment: Collaborate within a team to drive large projects from inception to delivery.
Coach and Mentor Team Members: Provide coaching, mentorship, and education to individuals and teams to enhance their skills and performance.
Estimate Task Timeframes and Influence Work Completion: Accurately estimate the time required to perform tasks and influence the work to be completed within those timeframes.
What We Look For in a Candidate
Required Qualifications:
Requires 15 years of experience in Internet, Enterprise, or Metro-Ethernet, in large-scale carrier grade IP/MPLS networks
Extensive knowledge of IP, IGP, BGP, Segment Routing, Multi-cast, MPLS forwarding, and control-plane mechanisms, and other relevant technologies including the integration of IP and Optical networks.
Expertise in designing and supporting large-scale BGP infrastructures is necessary to ensure the stability, scalability, and performance of the network.
Extensive knowledge of MPLS VPN technologies such as RFC 4364 Layer-3 VPNs, VPLS, EVPN: This includes understanding how to design and implement technologies to create efficient, scalable, and high-performance networks.
Extensive knowledge of Software Defined Networking (SDN) and Intent-Based Networking (IBN) and their underlying technologies, including APIs, Netconf, gRPC, gNMI, and OpenConfig. Understanding how to utilize these technologies to create dynamic, automated, and intelligent network architectures.
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters / Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or an acceptable discipline.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills: The ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders, including technical teams, business leaders
Ability to develop and communicate strategy to a variety of technology and business leaders: This involves creating strategic plans and effectively conveying these plans to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to develop business cases as they relate Lumen's Internet, IPVPN, and Metro-Ethernet networks: This requires analyzing project requirements, costs, and benefits that justify investments and guide decision-making.
Direct experience in negotiating large capital and multi-year vendor contracts
Demonstrated experience in performing and delivering proof-of-concepts, technical , economic evaluations, and platform selection.
Compensation
The starting salary for this role differs based on the employee's primary work location. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual's qualifications.
Location Based Pay Ranges
$128,310 - $171,080 in these states: AR ID KY LA ME MS NE SC SD
$135,060 - $180,080 in these states: AL, AZ, FL, GA, IA, IN, KS, MO, MT, ND, NM, OH, OK, PA, TN, UT, VT, WI, WV, WY
$141,820 - $189,090 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, RI
$148,570 - $198,090 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, WA
As with the pay range variety that's based on the region of a country, specific offers are determined by various factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications, and other business needs.
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Requisition #: 336018
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 (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/faq) . 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.
Salary Range
Salary Min :
141820
Salary Max :
189090
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.
This position is eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation. Director and VP positions also are eligible for long-term incentive. To learn more about our bonus structure, you can view additional information here. (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/compensation-information) We're able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.
As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Lumen offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. You can learn more by clicking here. (https://centurylinkbenefits.com)
Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.
Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.
Application Deadline
12/12/2024