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

We are looking for a visionary leader who will join our team as the Director Product Ecosystem Architecture who will be responsible for driving ecosystem solutions and leading customer engagements with partners. This role requires a deep understanding of industry-specific needs and the ability to work collaboratively with companies in the same segments to co-create innovative solutions.

The Main Responsibilities

• Drive the development and implementation of ecosystem solutions that meet the needs of Lumen’s customers and partners, ensuring that the solutions are innovative, competitive, and aligned with Lumen’s strategic goals.

• Partner closely with the Accelerated Growth Team (AGT) organization on customer engagements through forums like workshops, customer calls, and more to ensure a seamless and productive collaboration experience.

• Closely collaborate with the Alliances and Sales teams to ensure a unified approach to solution development and customer engagement.

• Utilize a deep understanding of various industry-specific needs and requirements to guide the development of tailored solutions.

• Lead a group of solution architects, consultants, and evangelists who understand the nuances of industry-specific challenges, guiding them in creating solutions that resonate with customers and partners.

• Develop strategies that align with market trends and segment-specific dynamics, ensuring that the solutions are well-positioned to meet the evolving customer needs.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience and leadership in ecosystem architecture and solution development in a product organization.

• Proven experience and success in leading strategic solution development and partner engagements within a product organization.

• Strong understanding of industry-specific needs and the ability to translate these into actionable solutions.

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a history of working effectively with Sales, Alliances, and Partnerships.

• Demonstrated ability to co-create solutions with partners and drive market-leading initiatives.

• Deep knowledge of effective market research tactics and best practices.

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

$128310 - $171080 in these states: AR, ID, KY, LA, ME, MS, NE, SC, and SD.

$135060 - $180080 in these states: AZ, AL, FL, GA, IN, IA, KS, MO, MT, NM, ND, OH, OK, PA, TN, UT, VT, WV, WI, and WY.

$141820 - $189090 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NV, NH, NC, OR, and RI.

$148570 - $198090 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 #: 335262

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 :

128310

Salary Max :

198090

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

09/26/2024