Director API Governance (Remote, US)

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 The Director, API Governance & Enablement will establish and lead Lumen’s Enterprise API Office. This leader will create the governance, standards, and operating model needed to make APIs consistent, reusable, discoverable, and easier to consume. Working closely with Product, Engineering, Enterprise Architecture, Data Governance, Connected Ecosystem, Sales, Marketing, AGT, and Partner Channel teams, the Director will enable a consistent approach to API planning, development, launch, and lifecycle management. Product Management will continue to own customer needs, priorities, and roadmap decisions, while this role provides the structure and accountability needed to turn those priorities into scalable ent