Big Data 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

We are seeking a Big Data Developer to build and optimize large-scale data solutions that help identify and disrupt malicious threats across the Internet. In this role, you'll leverage cutting‑edge technologies, work alongside talented engineers and security professionals, and play a key role in protecting critical digital infrastructure.

As part of a collaborative, mission‑driven team, you'll have the opportunity to lead innovative projects, influence technical direction, and grow your expertise while solving complex cybersecurity challenges at scale.

Location

This is a remote position open to candidates based anywhere in the US.

The Main Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of big data solutions that allow the organization to identify and disrupt malicious threats on the Internet.

• Architect and build scalable and reliable data pipelines using technologies like Spark, Kafka, Hadoop, and other big data technologies

• Collaborate with cross functional teams to understand data requirements and provide solutions to achieve business objectives

• Extract, transform, and load data from various sources and formats, such as relational databases, APIs, JSON, XML, CSV, etc.

• Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across all data processes

• Develop scalable systems that enable real‑time validation of identified resources

• Mentor and guide junior developers fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement

• Explore, evaluate, and conduct PoC to determine new technology solutions that would improve our ability to detect newer threats or add efficiency to current data processing pipelines

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Master’s or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field, or equivalent work experience

• Prior experience in developing data ingestion, data processing and analytical pipelines with big datatechnologies, such as Spark, Kafka, Hadoop, Hive, etc.

• Proficient in programming languages, such as Python, Java, Scala, or SQL

• Experience with DevOps practices and tools

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and attention to detail

• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills

• Eager to learn new skills and technologies, and willing to take on challenges

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

$132,232 - $176,310 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

$138,844 - $185,124 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI

$145,456 - $193,940 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.

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