DevOps Engineer - Monroe, LA, - Apopka, FL. - Denver, CO. - Tulsa OK, - Broomfield, CO.- Kansas WFH

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 Lumen’s 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 highly motivated and talented individuals with DevOps experience in a networking environment. In this role, you will assist with the creation and support of scripts and tools to facilitate automation and technician efficiency. Ideal candidate possesses knowledge of network operations and experience with IP, Metro, Transport or Access/Broadband networks. 

The Main Responsibilities

•    Work closely with the Network Transformation organization individually or in collaborative teams to design, develop, and deliver various automation integration support and data analysis for clients throughout the Lumen Organization.
•    Work in a Network Operations environment amongst network engineers with a goal of optimizing troubleshooting procedures and expanding machine to machine capabilities via automation and tools.
•    Ability to effectively manage and deliver multiple projects to operational stability
•    Champion methodology by demonstrating ownership of all aspects of the development lifecycle
•    Communicate with all stakeholders throughout a project to gain clarification of requirements, provide project status, identify gaps, identify issues, discuss schedules
•    Ability to influence the work of others in order to drive medium & large projects to successful completion through effective project management, customer interaction, and coordination
•    Ability to effectively estimate the time it will take for themselves and others to perform tasks and are able to influence the team's work to be completed within those timeframes
•    Effectively categorize support problems and respond with the appropriate level of urgency
•    Hands on with coding practices on multiple applications preferably multiple functional areas using various technologies.
•    Support existing applications and procedures
•    Write documentation to support applications and processes
•    Ability to modularize and scale solutions to meet the agreed upon business transformation goals.
•    Collaborate and influence architects and operations team members to make the projects a success from inception to delivery

What We Look For in a Candidate

Minimum:

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience
• Experience with Linux
• Agile practices, experience with source code control (Git)
• Experience with scripting languages including Python and Perl
• API knowledge and development 
• Data Analysis (fault and analytics)
• Experience with databases including Postgres, MySQL and Oracle
• Excellent system understanding and troubleshooting capabilities
• Knowledge of networking protocols (Layer 2 & 3) desirable
• Knowledge of IP, Metro, Transport or Access/Broadband networks.
• Ability to work on your own in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong problem solving and communication skills required

Preferred:

• Master’s degree with 6+ years of experience

What to Expect Next

Based on your job application information you may be given the opportunity to complete a video interview immediately after applying. This will include a set of questions for you to record a response to in addition to Game Challenges. Completion of this video interview is a requirement in order to be considered for our open position. Now not a good time? No worries, we will also send you an email with a link to complete the video interview. We strongly recommend that you complete this within 5 days of your application date.

Requisition #: 312772

EEO Statement
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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.