Manager, Software Engineering - Applications

LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network, built to create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce.
$147,000 - $240,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Manager, Software Engineering - Applications

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Manager of Software Engineering for their Ad Formats and Offerings team in New York. This role is part of their newly established center of excellence for ads, focusing on developing cutting-edge ad products and industry-specific solutions.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining remote work flexibility with in-office collaboration. As a manager, you'll lead a small team of engineers while maintaining hands-on involvement in technical design and architecture. The role requires strong leadership skills to guide team performance and career development, alongside technical expertise in distributed systems and scalable applications.

Key responsibilities include developing long-term technology roadmaps with senior management, managing distributed applications, and ensuring high-quality software delivery through proper testing and code review processes. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of industry experience, with at least 1 year of management or staff-level engineering experience.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $147,000 to $240,000 annually, plus comprehensive benefits including health coverage, equity, and performance bonuses. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that's transforming the way the world works while building a culture based on trust, care, inclusion, and fun.

You'll be working on innovative advertising solutions, developing frameworks that enable more dynamic, intelligent, and user-centric advertising experiences. The position requires expertise in object-oriented and functional programming, with experience in languages like Java, Python, or Scala. You'll be responsible for developing multi-tier scalable applications that operate 24/7, making architectural decisions, and implementing both synchronous and asynchronous design patterns.

LinkedIn offers a supportive environment focused on employee growth and well-being, with comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates. Join LinkedIn to be part of a team that's shaping the future of professional networking and digital advertising.

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Responsibilities For Manager, Software Engineering - Applications

  • Manage the performance and career development of a small team of engineers
  • Own significant parts of LinkedIn products that require design, architecture, and coding
  • Participate with senior management in developing long-term technology roadmap
  • Be a role model and professional coach for engineers
  • Work with peers across teams to support and leverage shared technical stack
  • Manage teams to scale distributed applications
  • Develop multi-tier scalable, high-volume performing applications
  • Produce high-quality software that is unit tested and code reviewed

Requirements For Manager, Software Engineering - Applications

Java
Python
Scala
  • BA/BS Degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience
  • 1+ year(s) of management experience or 1+ year(s) of staff level engineering experience with management training
  • 5+ years of industry experience in software design, development, and large-scale software engineering
  • Experience programming in object-oriented and/or functional programming languages

Benefits For Manager, Software Engineering - Applications

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Equity
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Time away benefits
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Stock benefits

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