Lumen is the trusted network for AI. We’re transforming how businesses connect, secure, and scale in an AI-driven world. By connecting people, data, and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly, we help organizations move faster and unlock what’s next. At Lumen, people power progress. Our culture is built on teamwork, trust, and transparency, giving you the flexibility, support, and opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’re looking for top-tier talent ready to take on the challenge. Join us in building the future. The Role Lumen is seeking a senior technical leader to run the Solutions Architecture function within Partner Solutions and Activation, working in close partnership with the Sr. Director of Lumen Validated Designs to operationalize and execute the Lumen Validated Design (LVD) strategy. This role is accountable for how LVDs are technically executed—turning validation intent, quality standards, and business & lifecycle requirements defined by Lumen Validated Designs into architect grade, repeatable technical deliverables. The Sr. Director of Solutions Architecture ensures that reference architectures, validation artifacts, demos, and proof-of-value assets are delivered with rigor, consistency, and speed. The role plays a critical part in unlocking early customer adoption (1–10 pilots) and shares accountability for the Lumen Experience Center (LEC), ensuring demo environments accurately reflect what has been validated and what is ready for customer engagement and demand generation. Reporting to the VP | Validated Solutions & Partner Strategy, this role operates as the primary execution partner to the Sr. Director of Lumen Validated Designs and collaborates closely with Product, Connected Ecosystem, Engineering, GTM, Operations, and Marketing. Location This is a remote opportunity open to candidates located anywhere in the U.S. The Main Responsibilities - Serve as the execution counterpart to the Sr. Director of Lumen Validated Designs, translating use cases, customer requirements, validation direction, quality bars, and lifecycle requirements into delivered technical outcomes. - Ensure tight alignment between validation intent (what must be proven”) and technical execution (“how it is proven and delivered”) across the LVD portfolio. - Act as a trusted technical advisor on feasibility, sequencing, and execution trade‑offs. - Define and maintain technical architecture standards, patterns, and execution guidelines in support of Lumen Validated Designs. - Ensure consistency and repeatability across reference architectures, integration models, documentation depth, and validation artifacts. - Establish and enforce technical quality bars aligned to LVD stage gate expectations. - Lead the technical execution of LVD deliverables, including reference architectures, design guides, validation plans, test results, and deployment guidance. - Partner with Solution Architects to ensure designs are practical, deployable, and suitable for real-world customer environments. - Ensure validation work aligns to defined stages (internal, copartner, and customer ready) without overengineering or premature productization. - Work collaboratively with the Sr. Director of Lumen Validated Designs, Solution Architects, Product, and Engineering teams to maintain and upgrade the LVD Validation Environments and Labs based on business requirements and product improvements, including business cases and approval cycles. Responsibilities Continued - Own the technical strategy for demos and proof-of-value assets used in early customer engagements. - Ensure demo and POV environments reflect validated designs and Lumen product strategy and clearly communicate scope, constraints, and readiness. - Support early pilots with architect-grade assets that reduce deployment risk and accelerate learning. - Co-own the technical integrity and readiness of LVD and product demos showcased in the Lumen Experience Center. - Ensure LEC assets remain aligned with validated architectures and Lumen products and are kept current as designs and products evolve. - Collaborate with Product, Connected Ecosystem, and GTM teams to ensure technical outputs support adoption, enablement, and scale. - Work with Operations to ensure operational readiness considerations are incorporated early in the validation lifecycle. - Enable execution velocity by improving templates, tooling, and delivery processes across the architecture team. - Drive feedback loops from validation efforts, demos, and early customer deployments back into architecture standards and execution practices. - Continuously improve how LVD technical deliverables are built, validated, and reused. What We Look For in a Candidate - 12+ years of experience in technical architecture, solution engineering, platform engineering, or validation focused delivery roles. - Proven ability to collaborate with diverse roles and teams to achieve clarity in solution design. - Proven ability to lead execution in partnership with a strategy or portfolio owner, balancing rigor with speed. - Strong experience producing architect grade technical documentation and validation artifacts. - Demonstrated success supporting demos, proof-of-value engagements, and early customer pilots. - Ability to influence and align across Product, Engineering, GTM, and partner organizations. - Comfort operating in ambiguity while building structure, standards, and repeatable execution models. Competencies - Technical Architecture & Execution Leadership - Validation Driven Delivery - Partnership & Influence - Demo & Proof-of‑-‑Value Enablement - Execution Discipline & Operational Rigor - Customer Centric Technical Thinking 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 $174,876 - $233,168 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 $183,621 - $244,827 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI $192,364 - $256,486 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:BenefitsBonus Structure Requisition #: 341587 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. This position is part of a bargaining unit and represented by a union. 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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. 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 Senior Director Infrastructure Planning leads a newly integrated planning domain that brings together fiber, critical infrastructure, and location planning into a single, holistically managed capability for Lumen. This role is accountable for setting national, regional, and metro-level infrastructure and location strategies, translating long-term network and technical space needs into actionable, enterprise-wide plans. The leader will establish consistent planning standards, assumptions, and governance, ensuring infrastructure decisions are grounded in data, aligned to business priorities, and scalable across legacy and growth markets. Working across a broad and highly interdependent stakeholder landscape, this role partners closely with Finance, Corporate Real Estate, Architecture & Engineering, Network Planning, Service Delivery, Service Assurance, Product, and Sales. The Senior Director drives integrated planning for fiber routes, technical sites, and critical infrastructure—including power, cooling, space, and capacity headroom—so that network platforms are planned as a cohesive system rather than in silos. This includes balancing growth, optimization, consolidation, and risk mitigation while supporting both customer demand and operational resilience. The Senior Director is also responsible for capital efficiency, investment prioritization, and asset monetization strategies tied to infrastructure planning outcomes. This includes aligning capacity expansion or contraction decisions to ROI targets, stewarding enterprise and legacy fiber assets, and developing strategies for real estate and site monetization opportunities. Through strong cross-functional leadership and executive-level communication, this role delivers clear, strategic recommendations that enable informed decisions and position Lumen’s infrastructure to support long-term business and network objectives. Locatlion This is a work from home position within the U.S. The Main Responsibilities - Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performance tactical planning team; hire and retain top talent, set clear goals, delegate work, and hold direct reports accountable for results. - Oversee tactical network deployment, optimization, harvesting, and capital forecasting for power, HVAC, fiber, and technical space. - Develop and implement network cost savings strategies aligned with monthly and annual targets; manage assigned financial budgets and optimize capital expenditure. - Ensure on-time delivery of projects supporting customer business needs, adhering to approved technology guidelines and standards. - Partner with Architecture, Product Management, and Sales to ensure new products and architectures are implemented appropriately and timely; support sales and service delivery teams with network expertise and costing for individual case bases. - Drive tactical execution in market, including capacity planning, technology decision-making, and leadership across power, HVAC, fiber, and technical space platforms. - Prepare and present briefing materials for leadership; communicate context for business decisions and recommendations and provide timely information to stakeholders. - Drive AI tools adoption and use to improve team efficiencies and reduce operating costs - Foster a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement; encourage diverse perspectives and move the team forward through change. - Engage employees by providing regular updates, soliciting feedback, ensuring retention and onboarding of relevant talent and skill sets. - Remain current on industry developments, regulatory rules, and competitor products/services; analyze trends and adapt tactical plans accordingly. What We Look For in a Candidate - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field required; Master’s degree in Business Administration or Engineering preferred. - Minimum 10 years of telecommunications planning experience, including at least 3 years at the managerial level leading large teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. - Demonstrated expertise in tactical network planning, deployment, and optimization across power, HVAC, fiber, and technical space platforms. - Strong capacity planning background across complex transport networks; inside and outside plant experience with in-depth knowledge of ISP/OSP equipment and designs. - Proven ability to manage recurring budgets, optimize capital expenditure, and perform economic analysis (e.g., IRR, NPV, cost-benefit). - Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; ability to present to multiple layers of internal and external organizations. - Experience collaborating across organizational boundaries and influencing outcomes at the executive level. - High integrity, strong business ethics, and a passion for driving results. - Strong analytical and organizational skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Excel, PowerPoint). - Team player with a commitment to continuous improvement and talent development. - Limited travel required. 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: $174,876 - $233,168 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, and WY. $183,621 - $244,827 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI. $192,364- $256,486 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and 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 #LI-PB1 Requisition #: 341447 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. 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. 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. 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.

Role Description Chime is building one of the most culturally relevant financial brands in the country. This role will define how we show up across sports, music, and entertainment — not as a sponsor, but as a meaningful brand presence that drives measurable business growth. As Sr. Director of Strategic Partnerships & Branded Entertainment, you will build and lead Chime’s partnerships function. You will own strategy, brand and talent deals, activation plans, and performance accountability. This role reports to the VP of Brand & Creative and works closely with Growth, Product Marketing, Finance, and Legal to ensure partnerships translate into brand equity, customer acquisition, and long-term value. This is a hands-on builder role. You will personally source, structure, and close high-impact deals while establishing the operating model for a high-performing team. In this role, you can expect to: - Define and scale Chime’s presence across sports, music, and entertainment in ways that make the brand culturally relevant and genuinely wanted. - Identify, structure, and close high-impact partnerships with creators, leagues, teams, athletes, talent, studios, and platforms. - Build a strategic roadmap for how Chime shows up in culture — including tentpole moments, episodic content, long-term brand platforms, and emerging opportunities. - Develop breakthrough activation and collaboration ideas in partnership with Brand & Creative teams that translate into culturally resonant storytelling. - Integrate partnerships into major campaign moments and product launches to amplify brand impact. - Build scalable frameworks for talent and ambassador partnerships, including content expectations and performance incentives. - Own the full lifecycle of partnerships from sourcing through renewal, ensuring long-term relationship health. - Establish clear evaluation criteria and investment guardrails to prioritize the right deals. - Develop measurement systems that track brand lift, engagement, and downstream acquisition impact. - Build the team, operating model, and external partner ecosystem required to grow the function over time. Qualifications - 12+ years in strategic partnerships, branded entertainment, sports marketing, or cultural marketing within leading consumer brands, agencies, or entertainment organizations. - A track record of landing and activating high-profile partnerships and sponsorships that drove meaningful brand relevance and audience growth. - Deep understanding of how modern brands authentically show up in sports and entertainment ecosystems. - Experience structuring and negotiating complex sponsorship, licensing, or talent agreements. - Strong creative instincts paired with commercial judgment — you know how to balance bold ideas with business reality. - Established relationships across leagues, agencies, talent representation, and media platforms. - Experience translating partnerships into integrated campaigns across owned, earned, and paid channels. - Builder mentality with comfort operating without heavy infrastructure. - Executive presence with the ability to influence senior leadership while remaining hands-on. Benefits - In-office work policy designed to keep you connected - with four days a week in the office and Fridays from home for those near one of our offices. - In-office perks including backup child, elder, and/or pet care, plus a subsidized commuter benefit. - Competitive salary based on experience. - 401k match. - Great medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. - Generous vacation policy and company-wide Chime Days, bonus company-wide paid days off. - 1% of your time off to support local community organizations of your choice. - Annual wellness stipend to use towards eligible wellness related expenses. - Up to 24 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 12 weeks of paid parental leave for non-birthing parents. - Access to Maven, a family planning tool, with $15k lifetime reimbursement for egg freezing, fertility treatments, adoption, and more. - In-person and virtual events to connect with your fellow Chimers. - A challenging and fulfilling opportunity to join one of the most experienced teams in FinTech and help millions unlock financial progress.

• Develop and articulate a strategic growth vision for the K-12 Facility Master Plan Practice in alignment with market trends and MGT goals. • Drive proactive opportunity identification and expansion in priority markets. • Lead end-to-end priority sales efforts: from lead generation to proposal development, interview strategy, and final contract negotiation. • Attend and represent MGT at industry events and other regional conferences to grow market visibility and connections. • Run the cross-functional cadence that drives project predictability (planning, weekly ops reviews, escalation paths, decision logs) and ensures on-time, high-quality outcomes across all Facility Master Plan engagements. • Evaluate staffing capacity, readiness, and constraints; surface risks early; coordinate resourcing decisions to ensure delivery models are feasible. • Manage reliable reporting and forecasting of critical financial metrics while leading action-oriented plans driving desired results. • Work cross-functionally in a matrixed environment with multiple business units, including centralized marketing, BD, operations, and finance teams. • Promote a culture of transparency, continuous improvement, and shared success. • Serve as a trusted advisor to K-12 clients, understanding their needs and positioning MGT to provide high-value solutions. • Deliver and support an active set of Facility Master Plan engagements, ensuring high-quality outcomes that exceed expectations. • Foster long-term client relationships and identify opportunities for expanding services within existing districts. • Collaborate with the centralized business development team, subject matter experts, and practice leadership to create persuasive and compliant proposals. • Lead and support proposal interviews and finalist presentations, coaching internal team members on strategy, messaging, and client engagement.