**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. Lumen’s commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We’ve made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we’re the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index. 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** The Planning and Engineering Guidelines Team provides company-wide Planning and Engineering organizations with guidance necessary to perform their jobs more efficiently and accurately in compliance with Lumen standards, as well as OSHA, Uniform Building Code, National Electric Code and engineering best practices. The team is comprised of subject matter experts who develop, train and maintain Architecture and Configuration guidelines and various tools that depict the standard, approved Lumen equipment that can be planned, engineered and installed in the network. The PEG tools address approved equipment and material for Data, Access, Transport, Voice, Video, OSP Environmental, Common Systems and Power. Standards increase efficiency, reduce/optimize cycle time, drive cost savings, ensure quality, and assist in network reliability resulting in one network designed to provide excellent customer products and services. **Location** This position is work from home within the US. **The Main Responsibilities** + Recognized as an authority in the development of network architecture. + Utilizes advanced engineering and network principles, theories, concepts, and technologies to address exceptionally complex problems and challenges + Highly self-driven individual with strong problem-solving skills, a keen sense of urgency, and a deep commitment to accountability + Collaborates with Architecture, Planning, Operations, Lab, and IT systems teams to implement equipment and designs essential for the evolution of the global Internet backbone. + Manages multiple intricate projects that necessitate additional technical network knowledge. + Makes well-considered decisions on complex or ambiguous architectural issues. + Coordinates with users, both internal and external vendors to ascertain requirements. + Develops and maintains standard, approved equipment guidelines, configurations, and tools, primarily supporting planning, engineering, and installation. + Establishes and communicating unified goals and network standards direction. + Provides direction, training, and guidance as a resource for less experienced staff. + Prepares and delivers PEG training focused on tools and equipment. + Requires limited direction and guidance **What We Look For in a Candidate** + Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years’ experience (or equivalent network architecture and equipment/software subject matter expertise) + Excellent documentation/technical writing skills required + Strong troubleshooting skills + Experience with Microsoft 365, Visio and Web based design, (HTML preferred) **Legal Statements** In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. **Compensation** The starting salary for this role differs based on the employee's primary work location. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual's qualifications. **Location Based Pay Ranges** **$80,510 - $107,340** in these states: AR, ID, KY, LA, ME, MS, NE, SC, and SD. **$84,740 - $112,980** in these states: AZ, AL, FL, GA, IN, IA, KS, MO, MT, NM, ND, OH, OK, PA, TN, UT, VT, WV, WI, and WY. **$88,980 - $118,630** in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NV, NH, NC, OR, and RI. **$93,210 - $124,280** in these states: AK, CA, CT, DE, DC, IL, MD, MA, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA. As with the pay range variety that's based on the region of a country, specific offers are determined by various factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and other business needs. Requisition #: 335515 **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. **Salary Range** **Salary Min :** 80510 **Salary Max :** 124280 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. (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/compensation-information) 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. (https://centurylinkbenefits.com) Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name. Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions. **Application Deadline** 11/07/2024