Director, Software Engineering
Description For Director, Software Engineering
LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Director to lead their Security Foundations Engineering (SFE) team within the Information Security organization. This is a crucial leadership role that will shape the security infrastructure protecting LinkedIn's massive global platform.
The position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of large-scale distributed systems and security, leading a team responsible for securing LinkedIn's microservices architecture. The role combines technical leadership with strategic vision, requiring someone who can both architect complex security solutions and build high-performing teams.
As Director, you'll oversee critical security domains including Identity, Access Management, Cryptography, and Vulnerability Management. You'll be responsible for developing and implementing security solutions that scale to protect LinkedIn's growing user base and infrastructure. The role requires deep expertise in security engineering and architecture, with at least 10 years of leadership experience in building security systems at scale.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, and modern security practices. You'll need to demonstrate strong leadership abilities, excellent communication skills, and a track record of successful cross-functional collaboration. Experience with cryptographic systems at scale and knowledge of big data technologies like Hadoop and Kubernetes is highly valued.
This hybrid role offers competitive compensation ($203,000 - $333,000) plus equity and comprehensive benefits. You'll work with talented engineers and leaders across LinkedIn, helping to secure one of the world's largest professional platforms while driving innovation in security engineering.
The role provides an opportunity to make a significant impact on LinkedIn's security posture while working with cutting-edge technologies and leading a team of skilled security engineers. If you're passionate about security, love solving complex technical challenges, and want to shape the future of how millions of professionals connect and interact safely online, this role offers an exciting next step in your career.
Responsibilities For Director, Software Engineering
- Lead the Security Foundations Engineering (SFE) team within Information Security
- Drive development and implementation of securing large-scale distributed systems and microservices
- Oversee strategy for Identity, Access, Crypto/Key Management, and Vulnerability Management
- Direct execution of large-scale programs and guide strategic direction of security architecture
- Recruit, mentor, and manage high-performing security infrastructure team
- Partner with cross-functional teams across Engineering to integrate security solutions
Requirements For Director, Software Engineering
- 10+ years in security engineering leadership
- 10+ years in security building and deploying security architecture at scale
- 4+ years experience in cloud data infrastructure, search infrastructure, ML platforms, or large Hadoop infrastructure
- Ability to lead by example and inspire teams
- Experience with building and operating cryptographic systems at scale
- Strong leadership abilities to communicate and drive cross-functional efforts
Benefits For Director, Software Engineering
- Annual performance bonus
- Stock options
- Comprehensive benefits package
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