Senior Software Engineer, Service Mesh Infrastructure (C++ and Rust Expertise)

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Service Mesh Infrastructure team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge distributed systems technology, specifically focusing on service mesh infrastructure using C++ and Rust.

The position is based in Mountain View, CA, with a hybrid work arrangement that combines remote work with in-office collaboration. As part of LinkedIn's world-class software engineering team, you'll be responsible for building next-generation infrastructure and platforms that power LinkedIn's core services.

The role involves working with advanced technologies including GraphQL, gRPC, Envoy Proxy, and Kubernetes. You'll be contributing to LinkedIn's impressive portfolio of open-source projects, which includes well-known tools like Apache Kafka, Pinot, and Samza. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact both within LinkedIn and in the broader technology community.

Key responsibilities include designing and operating core service infrastructure platforms, participating in code reviews, mentoring other engineers, and collaborating with the open-source community. The ideal candidate should have strong experience with C++ and Rust, particularly in distributed systems development.

LinkedIn offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $128,000 to $210,000 annually, plus benefits including health coverage, equity, and performance bonuses. The company's culture strongly emphasizes work-life balance and professional growth, making it an ideal place for engineers who want to work on challenging problems at scale while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.