Lead IT Systems Architect (Java or .Net experience)- Works from Home

Lumen

Lakeland Florida

United States

None
(No Timezone Provided)

About Lumen
Lumen is guided by our belief that humanity is at its best when technology advances the way we live and work. With 450,000 route fiber miles serving customers in more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure global platform for applications and data to help businesses, government and communities deliver amazing experiences. Learn more about Lumens network, edge cloud, security and communication and collaboration solutions and our purpose to further human progress through technology at news.lumen.com, LinkedIn: /lumentechnologies, Twitter: @lumentechco, Facebook: /lumentechnologies, Instagram: @lumentechnologies and YouTube: /lumentechnologies.

The Role

We are looking for IT Systems Architects who are passionate about leveraging technology innovation for the betterment of humanity. This exciting customer-facing solution engineering solution role will work in partnership with our Service Delivery and Portal Development Value Stream, conducting innovative conversations that help shape the growth of our enterprise customers as they embrace the 4th Industrial Evolution. IT Systems Architects design and architect solutions utilizing our technology services platform. A successful IT Systems Architect must have a strong desire to leverage their technical and design skills, to understand business requirements, develop a technical solution strategy, and effectively present solutions that address our business requirements and provide business value.
An IT Systems Architect will be responsible for evaluating business needs and requirements through strategic discovery, utilizing technical thought leadership, discussing industry best practices, and presenting our solution options to product and business leadership based on the specific business requirements, as well as recommending and proposing solutions to our internal partners with a goal to become a trusted advisor by highlighting how our products solutions enabling digital business strategies.
This opening is in the Lumen Technologies Strategic Planning and Transformation Organization and is focused on our Application Engineering, Portal Design, API Design and delivery, and other IT Solutions.

The Main Responsibilities
  • Evaluate and identify our business and technology goals, conduct full technical discovery, and architect solutions to meet the gathered requirements.
  • Assess the business and operational impact of solution, craft and propose custom solutions that differentiate Lumen's services, and meet requirements and goals.
  • Independently complete highly complex and custom designs and advise product and management on the technical aspects of the proposed solutions including fit to business needs, features, availability, etc.
  • Provides technical direction on solutions for an assigned area from design to production along with technical acceptance criteria, measure of success for the solution.
  • Maintain knowledge in several of the following areas: code development, Enterprise System Architecture, mainframe development, midrange development, software development lifecycle management, software testing methodology, production deployment, technical architecture, development, and requirements management.
  • Partner closely with our overall Dev Ops team leads and other IT Systems Architects to translate the customer's business requirements to define value and solution scope
  • Recommend solution approach and strategy based on analysis and enterprise maturity
  • In conjunction with management and the business, ensure that the project is on schedule, is high quality, and meets required ROI targets.
  • Has the ability to conceptualize advanced multi-system designs across multiple domains and technologies.
  • Provides continuous advice and best practices to developers and product team related to delivery approach and strategy
  • Process documentation and analysis including specification of system requirements for business processes (data, presentation, and logic)
  • Look for opportunities to implement future technologies in conjunction with Enterprise Architecture.
  • Assist Product Managers to ensure smooth delivery of solutions
  • Develops technical systems architecture for software applications, compliance monitoring and communication of overall project concepts and goals.
  • Provides business and technical leadership and mentoring on projects from beginning to end with emphasis on initial design and creative problem resolution in a multi-disciplinary environment.
  • Translates a client's complex business requirements into innovative technology solutions that meet a client's drivers and requirements.
  • Other duties as assigned
What We Look For in a Candidate
  • 5+ years of experience with technology focused in, engineering, consulting or similar background
  • Technical and consulting experience with a progressive track record of increasing levels of solution complexity and responsibility
  • Knowledge of Enterprise Architecture and Design with ability to act autonomously across multiple technology areas, and a demonstrated proficiency of technical solution knowledge across a minimum three of the four Lumen technology pillars (global network infrastructure, edge cloud capabilities, connected security, communication, and collaboration services).
  • Highly pro-active, consultative, creative and positive with a can-do attitude even in the most difficult circumstances.
  • Expert problem-solving skills and ability to methodically understand and resolve complex issues across multiple products to integrate into a seamless customer solution.

What Skills We Look For in a Candidate

  • Microservices architectures (~3 years)
  • Telecom experience (~5 years)
  • Java and/or .Net development (~7 years)
  • Json over REST (~5 years)
  • NoSQL (~3 years)
  • RDBMS and SQL
  • Some UI experience (javascript/typescript/other) (~3 years)
  • CI/CD
  • Git & Github -processes and branching strategies
  • Azure dev experience
  • Containers (Docker)
  • Agile tools (e.g. Jira) also DevOps exposure
What to Expect Next

Requisition #: 251937

EEO Statement
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, 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 above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.

Salary Range Salary Min :

85230

Salary Max :

189360

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. 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.

Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.

Salary Range Salary Min :

85230

Salary Max :

189360

This information reflects the base salary pay range for this job based on current national market data. Ranges may vary based on the job's location. We offer competitive pay that varies based on individual experience, qualifications and other relevant factors. We encourage you to apply to positions that you are interested in and for which you believe you are qualified. To learn more, you are welcome to discuss with us as you move through the selection process.

Lead IT Systems Architect (Java or .Net experience)- Works from Home

Lumen

Lakeland Florida

United States

None

(No Timezone Provided)

About Lumen
Lumen is guided by our belief that humanity is at its best when technology advances the way we live and work. With 450,000 route fiber miles serving customers in more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure global platform for applications and data to help businesses, government and communities deliver amazing experiences. Learn more about Lumens network, edge cloud, security and communication and collaboration solutions and our purpose to further human progress through technology at news.lumen.com, LinkedIn: /lumentechnologies, Twitter: @lumentechco, Facebook: /lumentechnologies, Instagram: @lumentechnologies and YouTube: /lumentechnologies.

The Role

We are looking for IT Systems Architects who are passionate about leveraging technology innovation for the betterment of humanity. This exciting customer-facing solution engineering solution role will work in partnership with our Service Delivery and Portal Development Value Stream, conducting innovative conversations that help shape the growth of our enterprise customers as they embrace the 4th Industrial Evolution. IT Systems Architects design and architect solutions utilizing our technology services platform. A successful IT Systems Architect must have a strong desire to leverage their technical and design skills, to understand business requirements, develop a technical solution strategy, and effectively present solutions that address our business requirements and provide business value.
An IT Systems Architect will be responsible for evaluating business needs and requirements through strategic discovery, utilizing technical thought leadership, discussing industry best practices, and presenting our solution options to product and business leadership based on the specific business requirements, as well as recommending and proposing solutions to our internal partners with a goal to become a trusted advisor by highlighting how our products solutions enabling digital business strategies.
This opening is in the Lumen Technologies Strategic Planning and Transformation Organization and is focused on our Application Engineering, Portal Design, API Design and delivery, and other IT Solutions.

The Main Responsibilities
  • Evaluate and identify our business and technology goals, conduct full technical discovery, and architect solutions to meet the gathered requirements.
  • Assess the business and operational impact of solution, craft and propose custom solutions that differentiate Lumen's services, and meet requirements and goals.
  • Independently complete highly complex and custom designs and advise product and management on the technical aspects of the proposed solutions including fit to business needs, features, availability, etc.
  • Provides technical direction on solutions for an assigned area from design to production along with technical acceptance criteria, measure of success for the solution.
  • Maintain knowledge in several of the following areas: code development, Enterprise System Architecture, mainframe development, midrange development, software development lifecycle management, software testing methodology, production deployment, technical architecture, development, and requirements management.
  • Partner closely with our overall Dev Ops team leads and other IT Systems Architects to translate the customer's business requirements to define value and solution scope
  • Recommend solution approach and strategy based on analysis and enterprise maturity
  • In conjunction with management and the business, ensure that the project is on schedule, is high quality, and meets required ROI targets.
  • Has the ability to conceptualize advanced multi-system designs across multiple domains and technologies.
  • Provides continuous advice and best practices to developers and product team related to delivery approach and strategy
  • Process documentation and analysis including specification of system requirements for business processes (data, presentation, and logic)
  • Look for opportunities to implement future technologies in conjunction with Enterprise Architecture.
  • Assist Product Managers to ensure smooth delivery of solutions
  • Develops technical systems architecture for software applications, compliance monitoring and communication of overall project concepts and goals.
  • Provides business and technical leadership and mentoring on projects from beginning to end with emphasis on initial design and creative problem resolution in a multi-disciplinary environment.
  • Translates a client's complex business requirements into innovative technology solutions that meet a client's drivers and requirements.
  • Other duties as assigned
What We Look For in a Candidate
  • 5+ years of experience with technology focused in, engineering, consulting or similar background
  • Technical and consulting experience with a progressive track record of increasing levels of solution complexity and responsibility
  • Knowledge of Enterprise Architecture and Design with ability to act autonomously across multiple technology areas, and a demonstrated proficiency of technical solution knowledge across a minimum three of the four Lumen technology pillars (global network infrastructure, edge cloud capabilities, connected security, communication, and collaboration services).
  • Highly pro-active, consultative, creative and positive with a can-do attitude even in the most difficult circumstances.
  • Expert problem-solving skills and ability to methodically understand and resolve complex issues across multiple products to integrate into a seamless customer solution.

What Skills We Look For in a Candidate

  • Microservices architectures (~3 years)
  • Telecom experience (~5 years)
  • Java and/or .Net development (~7 years)
  • Json over REST (~5 years)
  • NoSQL (~3 years)
  • RDBMS and SQL
  • Some UI experience (javascript/typescript/other) (~3 years)
  • CI/CD
  • Git & Github -processes and branching strategies
  • Azure dev experience
  • Containers (Docker)
  • Agile tools (e.g. Jira) also DevOps exposure
What to Expect Next

Requisition #: 251937

EEO Statement
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, 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 above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.

Salary Range Salary Min :

85230

Salary Max :

189360

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. 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.

Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.

Salary Range Salary Min :

85230

Salary Max :

189360

This information reflects the base salary pay range for this job based on current national market data. Ranges may vary based on the job's location. We offer competitive pay that varies based on individual experience, qualifications and other relevant factors. We encourage you to apply to positions that you are interested in and for which you believe you are qualified. To learn more, you are welcome to discuss with us as you move through the selection process.

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