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
As a Lead Software Developer, you will play a pivotal role in guiding projects toward successful delivery while contributing to the architecture, design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge software solutions. This role involves increased leadership responsibilities alongside technical expertise. Additionally, the role requires a solid understanding of modern coding practices, continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, and cloud-based deployment strategies.
This job is not available to applicants who will require visa sponsorship (examples: H-1B, L1, OPT, F-1, TN, etc.)
The Main Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of complex software solutions using modern programming languages, primarily Java, SpringTools, Groovy, and GoLang.
- Build scalable and secure APIs and MicroApps for integration with complex systems.
- Oversee the implementation of CI/CD pipelines with GitHub, optimizing software development workflows.
- Deploy applications to cloud-based environments, ensuring high availability and performance.
- Ensure successful deployment and maintenance of cloud-based solutions, driving innovation across the organization.
- Champion DevSecOps practices, establishing robust security protocols and workflows.
- Mentor junior team members and foster a collaborative environment.
- Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
- Analyze network topology requirements to ensure seamless integration and scalability of software systems.
What We Look For in a Candidate
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.
- 5–8 years of professional experience in software development, including leading teams and managing complex projects.
- Experience with containerization utilizing Docker and Kubernetes in AWS (EC2, ECS, EKS).
- Experience with relational databases, writing SQL, and using tools like MySQL Workbench.
- Familiarity with various network topologies and network element configurations.
- Knowledge of Agentic AI development for accelerated software development and forward-thinking software solutions.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to adapt to changing technologies.
Compensation
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 WY
$108,896 - $145,195 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
$114,082 - $152,109 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA 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.
What to Expect Next
#LI-JS1
Requisition #: 339257
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
08/05/2025
