Senior Lead Data Engineer

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

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Lead Data Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a technical leader responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our data infrastructure and data-driven applications. A core part of this role will be large-scale database consolidation and migration to Microsoft Azure , requiring strong experience in cloud-based data solutions. This position requires deep expertise in SQL Server, Oracle, and a portion of the work will involve leveraging Palantir Foundry to build data pipelines and operational applications, including the integration of AI and Large Language Models (LLMs)

Working Location

This position has been designated as fully remote in the U.S.

The Main Responsibilities

Lead the database migration and consolidation effort from on-premises SQL Server and Oracle to a scalable, cloud-native architecture on Microsoft Azure

Rewrite and refactor existing SSIS packages into Azure Data Factory (ADF) pipelines , optimizing for performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness in the cloud.

Integrate and orchestrate data flows across multiple cloud platforms including Azure, AWS, and GCP to support a multi-cloud enterprise environment.

Develop and maintain robust data visualization solutions using Power BI and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)

Design, develop, and maintain advanced data pipelines within Palantir Foundry , including the creation and management of Foundry Ontology objects to represent business data.

Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to build and deploy applications within Foundry using its low-code / no-code

Work with cutting-edge AI technologies , leveraging Palantir's Artificial Intelligence Platform (AIP) to integrate Large Language Models (LLMs) and other AI capabilities into data pipelines and applications.

Ensure end-to-end data quality, integrity, and security across all data systems and platforms.

Participate in architectural reviews, define best practices.

What We Look For in a Candidate

Technical Skills and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field.

7+ years of professional experience in a data development, data engineering, or similar role.

Deep expertise in SQL Server and Oracle, including advanced T-SQL and PL / SQL.

Proven experience with data integration tools, specifically SSIS and Azure Data Factory (ADF).

Demonstrable experience with at least one major cloud platform (Azure preferred), with familiarity in cloud services such as Azure Synapse, Azure Data Lake Storage, or similar services in AWS and GCP.

Hands-on experience with Palantir Foundry is highly desirable, including working with Datasets, Code Repositories, and the Foundry Ontology.

Experience with reporting and visualization tools, including Power BI and / or SSRS.

Familiarity with Python, and version control systems like Git.

Preferred Skills and Certifications

Experience with Palantir AIP (Artificial Intelligence Platform) or similar platforms for working with LLMs.

Professional certifications such as Microsoft Certified : Azure Data Engineer Associate, or Databricks Certified Data Engineer.

Experience with data governance and data cataloging tools.

Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts and data modeling principles.

Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.

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

$103,711 - $138,281 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.

$108,896 - $145,195 in these states : CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI.

$114,082 - $152,109 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 (https : / / jobs.lumen.com / global / en / benefits-statement)

Bonus Structure

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Requisition # : 340133

Background Screening

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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.

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Application Deadline

10 / 15 / 2025

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