Lead Software Developer

Lumen is the trusted network for the AI‑powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through our expansive fiber network and connected ecosystem. We enable secure, high‑performance connectivity across cloud, edge, and AI workloads for enterprises, governments, and communities. At Lumen, you’ll work on infrastructure customers rely on today and build for what’s next, where performance, security, and resilience matter. This is a high accountability environment where bold ideas drive real innovation for our customers, partners, and industry. The work is challenging, expectations are clear, and trust is built into how we operate. If you’re ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI‑ready connectivity, join us today. The Role Drive the modernization and operational excellence of lumen.com by developing and supporting scalable digital experiences on Adobe Experience Manager as a Cloud Service (AEMaaCS). This role combines Full Stack development, cloud-native architecture, DevOps, and AI-first engineering practices to accelerate platform modernization, improve delivery efficiency, and enhance customer experiences. Working closely with Product, UX, Architecture, and Engineering teams, the successful candidate will leverage AI-powered tools and automation to improve code quality, development velocity, platform reliability, and operational excellence across the software development lifecycle. The Main Responsibilities Design, develop, and support scalable digital experiences on Adobe Experience Manager as a Cloud Service (AEMaaCS), leveraging modern frontend technologies such as React and Vue.js, APIs, and cloud-native architectures. Champion the adoption of AI-assisted software engineering, utilizing AI tools to accelerate development, architecture, testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and operational efficiency while identifying opportunities to automate engineering workflows and enhance digital experiences. Contribute to platform architecture, modernization, and integration initiatives, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, performant, and maintainable. Manage and optimize CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, release processes, and production support activities to ensure operational excellence and platform reliability. Partner with Product, UX, Architecture, and Engineering teams to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions. Drive engineering excellence through automation, testing, observability, and continuous improvement practices. What We Look For in a Candidate 6+ years of experience in Full Stack Software Development. 5+ years of experience working with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), preferably AEMaaCS. Strong experience developing modern web applications using React, Vue.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, and CSS. Experience designing and consuming APIs and distributed services. Experience working with cloud platforms and modern cloud-native architectures. Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, deployment automation, and DevOps practices. Experience supporting production environments and troubleshooting complex application issues. Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, scalability, performance, and security. Experience working in Agile product delivery organizations. Ability to collaborate effectively across globally distributed teams and stakeholders. 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 - $140,047 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 - $145,099 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI $116,364 - $150,152 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 #: 342706 Life at Lumen Life at Lumen is human and connected, even in a fast moving, AI‑focused organization. We set clear expectations and trust people to meet them. With real support and shared accountability, teams collaborate better, move faster, and deliver meaningful outcomes. Our Lumen 8 behaviors guide how we interact, make decisions, and work together, shaping a culture built to perform and win. To learn more about Life at Lumen and how we live the Lumen 8, please visit: https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/life-at-lumen 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. Privacy Notice Lumen is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information collected during the recruitment and hiring process. 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