Lumen
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
Join us at Lumen on our quest to transform network infrastructure. As the Chief Network Architect, you will be instrumental in molding our state-of-the-art network infrastructure. Be part of our vibrant team and spearhead innovation across our Internet and MPLS Core infrastructures, VPN edge services, and Metro Ethernet technologies.
Location
This is a Work From Home position available from any US-based location.
You must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident/Green Card for consideration.
Responsibilities
Leadership and Innovation:
Spearhead strategic programs aimed at optimizing Lumen’s Routing and Switching Network footprint. Innovate, evolve, and enhance technologies that fuel revenue growth, boost cost efficiency, and ensure operational simplicity, scalability, and stability. Teamwork and Communication:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to bolster IP and MPLS infrastructure. Modernization:
Collaborate closely with the Transport and Access Architecture teams. Facilitate the shift from legacy technologies (SONET, TDM, etc.) to contemporary Ethernet, MPLS technologies, and packet-based architectures. Automation and Programming:
Utilize your proficiency in Ansible and Python to automate network processes, simplify configurations, and boost operational efficiency. Qualifications Technical Proficiency:
A robust background in network architecture, including IP, MPLS, VPNs, and Automation technologies. Strategic Insight:
The capability to conceptualize and implement transformative network strategies. Team Player:
The ability to work across teams to foster innovation and change. Requirements A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline CCIE and/or JNCIE certifications are highly preferred 10+ years of experience in Internet, MPLS, Enterprise, and Metro-Ethernet architecture and engineering in large-scale carrier, web-scale, or service-provider networks. Comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience with IGP, BGP, MPLS, and Multicast protocols, including but not limited to IS-IS, OSPF, Segment Routing, BGP, MP-BGP, M-BGP, RSVP-TE, LDP, PIM, IGMP, M-LDP. What We Offer 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. 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.
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Spearhead strategic programs aimed at optimizing Lumen’s Routing and Switching Network footprint. Innovate, evolve, and enhance technologies that fuel revenue growth, boost cost efficiency, and ensure operational simplicity, scalability, and stability. Teamwork and Communication:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to bolster IP and MPLS infrastructure. Modernization:
Collaborate closely with the Transport and Access Architecture teams. Facilitate the shift from legacy technologies (SONET, TDM, etc.) to contemporary Ethernet, MPLS technologies, and packet-based architectures. Automation and Programming:
Utilize your proficiency in Ansible and Python to automate network processes, simplify configurations, and boost operational efficiency. Qualifications Technical Proficiency:
A robust background in network architecture, including IP, MPLS, VPNs, and Automation technologies. Strategic Insight:
The capability to conceptualize and implement transformative network strategies. Team Player:
The ability to work across teams to foster innovation and change. Requirements A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline CCIE and/or JNCIE certifications are highly preferred 10+ years of experience in Internet, MPLS, Enterprise, and Metro-Ethernet architecture and engineering in large-scale carrier, web-scale, or service-provider networks. Comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience with IGP, BGP, MPLS, and Multicast protocols, including but not limited to IS-IS, OSPF, Segment Routing, BGP, MP-BGP, M-BGP, RSVP-TE, LDP, PIM, IGMP, M-LDP. What We Offer 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. 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.
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