Senior Network Engineer (Ashburn,VA)

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join their System Infrastructure team in Sunnyvale, CA. This role is crucial for architecting, designing, implementing, and maintaining robust network infrastructures for data centers and DCI optical networks.

The position requires a blend of technical expertise in network engineering and software development, with responsibilities ranging from designing large-scale networks to automating deployments and ensuring network security. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies and contributing to the infrastructure that powers LinkedIn's global professional network.

As a Senior Network Engineer, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, review network architectures, and implement solutions that maintain LinkedIn's high standards of performance and reliability. The role offers opportunities to work with advanced networking technologies, including TCP/IP, BGP, MPLS, and modern tools like Kubernetes.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of hands-on experience in network and data center engineering within a hyperscaler environment, along with strong programming skills in languages like Python or Go. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence, while enjoying competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about large-scale network infrastructure, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and wants to contribute to LinkedIn's mission of creating economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce. The position offers excellent growth opportunities and the chance to work with industry-leading technologies while being supported by a company that prioritizes employee well-being and professional development.