Lead Software Developer (Remote, US)
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 be responsible for helping to implement the vision of our software solutions, with a particular emphasis on Java technologies and networking components. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and operations, to ensure the scalability, performance, and reliability of our systems. Location This role is designated as a fully remote position within the United States. You must be a US Citizen for consideration for this position. The Main Responsibilities Technical Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to development teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and architectural standards. Performance Optimization: Analyze and optimize system performance, ensuring efficient resource utilization and network performance. Code Review & Quality Assurance: Conduct code reviews and establish quality assurance processes to maintain high standards of code quality. Technology Evaluation: Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, recommending tools and technologies that can enhance our software architecture. Documentation: Create and maintain architectural documentation, including design specifications, architectural diagrams, and technical standards. What We Look For in a Candidate Required Qualifications: 8+ years professional experience with a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and experience 6+ years professional experience with a Master's Degree or equivalent education and experience 6+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on Java and network architecture or Cloud Deployments. Proficiency in Java, Redis, Lucene Indices, microservices architecture, RESTful APIs and Network Connectivity Cloud Implementations – particularly Azure and GCP. Experience with network protocols (TCP/IP, SNMP, etc.) and distributed systems. Proven experience leading technical teams and projects. Able to coach younger / less experienced developers as well as create a good working relationship with offshore developers Preferred Qualifications: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment. 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 $105,786 - $141,047 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 $111,074 - $148,099 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI $116,364 - $155,152 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. Learn more about Lumen's: Benefits Bonus Structure #LI-Remote Requisition #: 341245 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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