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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

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Network Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in network engineering, development experience appropriate for a network engineer (Python, Ansible, Jinja2, etc.), and a passion for solving complex technical challenges. As a Network Engineer for Lumen Financial Connect, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and security.

Location and Schedule

This is a Work from Home position available from any US-based location

The Main Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and other network devices.

• Support escalations from our operations element by monitoring network performance, identifying potential issues, and troubleshooting problems to ensure high availability, reliability, and rapid incident resolution.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product, to support the expansion of our financial network through onboarding new financial exchanges.

• Read and interpret technical documents (e.g., exchange specifications) and translate them into production configurations that meet our standards.

• Develop and maintain methods of procedure (MOPs) for network upgrades and maintenance, ensuring the latest security and performance standards are met, while providing supervisory oversight and guidance to operational teams when needed.

• Document network configurations, processes, and procedures for future reference and compliance.

• Provide technical support and guidance to team members and clients as needed.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer or in a similar role.

• Strong knowledge of network protocols, including multicast (PIM-SM, PIM-SSM, IGMP, MSDP), BGP, and ISIS.

• Experience with network security practices and technologies.

• Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools.

• Development experience with Ansible as a primary tool, with additional experience in Python, Jinja2, and other relevant automation tools.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP) are a plus.

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:

$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, and WY.

$108,896 - $145,195 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI.

$114,082 - $152,109 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.

Learn more about Lumen's:

• Benefits* (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/benefits-statement)

• Bonus Structure

Requisition #: 337003

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.

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Application Deadline

02/25/2025