Principal Staff Software Engineer, Systems Infrastructure

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Principal Staff Software Engineer to join their Systems Infrastructure team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of LinkedIn's infrastructure, working on next-generation platforms including application delivery, data storage, search, AI, experimentation, and compliance systems.

The position requires a seasoned professional with 18+ years of experience in building large-scale distributed systems. You'll be at the forefront of developing infrastructure that powers LinkedIn's services used by millions globally. The role involves working with cutting-edge technologies and contributing to open-source projects - LinkedIn has already pioneered projects like Apache Kafka, Pinot, Azkaban, and Samza.

As a Principal Staff Engineer, you'll drive architectural decisions across the BigData ecosystem, design scalable APIs, and ensure high system reliability. You'll also play a crucial leadership role in mentoring junior engineers and driving cross-functional alignment on technology strategies. The position offers the flexibility of hybrid work, allowing you to balance remote work with office collaboration.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Java or C++, extensive experience with distributed systems, and a strong background in BigData technologies like Hadoop and Spark. You'll be part of a world-class engineering team that values craftsmanship and innovation, with opportunities to contribute to open-source projects and shape the future of professional networking infrastructure.

LinkedIn offers comprehensive benefits including health and wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative culture that supports work-life balance. Join us to work on challenging problems at scale while making a real impact on how millions of professionals connect and grow their careers.