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Solution Engineer

Level 3 Communications

Cincinnati, OH
Full Time
Mid Level
99k-132k
about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

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 invested in providing the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Apply now to continue digitally connecting the world and shaping the future.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepares and delivers technical proposals and presentations with the appropriate level of business acumen for the audience.
  • Analyzes and identifies our customer's business and technology objectives, conducts full technical discovery, and architects client solutions with the technical team to meet gathered requirements.
  • Acts as customer advocate, participating in pre-sales efforts including technical sales presentations, architecture design discussions, proof-of-concept engagements, RFP/RFI responses, solution demonstrations, and technical workshops.
  • Supports local sales teams in pursuit of key business opportunities, engaging customers to address aspects of the data lifecycle.
  • Works with large enterprise solutions and understands their data center strategy.

Requirements

  • Technical pre-sales and/or consulting experience.
  • Technical knowledge across one or more of the following: global network infrastructure, edge cloud capabilities, connected security, communication, and collaboration services.
  • Fundamental understanding of Security solutions - SASE, Fortinet, Cisco, Palo Alto.
  • Fundamental understanding of Cloud & Architecture design - AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, and Data Center designs.
  • Fundamental understanding of Unified Communications.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to lead and engage in complex deal discussions with internal ecosystem, driving solutions and outcomes with sales, customer success, and partners.
  • B.S. Degree in a related field or equivalent work experience in the private sector or military.

Nice to Have

  • Industry certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

  • B.S. Degree in a related field or equivalent work experience in the private sector or military.

Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
  • Information about bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives, and/or sales compensation).

Working at Level 3 Communications

Lumen is committed to building a culture based on teamwork, trust, and transparency. The company values innovation, flexibility, and delivering lasting impact through technology and collaboration.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 27, 2025
Job CategoryTechnical Sales
Salary99k-132k
Job TypeFull Time
ExperienceMid Level

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About Level 3 Communications

Website

lumen.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Cincinnati, OH

Industry

Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite)

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