Senior Director Data Center Sales

Sr Dir Data Center Sales

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 Sr Dir Data Center Sales will lead the development and operational execution of Lumen's data center sales initiatives. This role is pivotal in driving innovation, cross-functional alignment, and measurable business outcomes across infrastructure, cloud, and AI enablement. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in telecom and data center operations, with a proven ability to lead complex programs and influence executive stakeholders. This role will report to the VP of Data Center Strategy. It is designed to complement the VP's strategic oversight by focusing on execution, operational rigor, and cross-functional enablement.

The main responsibilities include:

• Strategic leadership
• Customer engagement
• Sales strategy support
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Infrastructure expansion
• AI & cloud enablement
• Operational excellence
• Talent development

What we look for in a candidate includes:

• 12+ years of experience in telecom, data center operations, or cloud infrastructure leadership
• Strong understanding of AI, edge computing, and hybrid cloud technologies
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

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:

• $177,122 - $295,201 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
• $185,980 - $309,969 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
• $194,837 - $324,717 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.

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. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions.

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.