Senior Software Engineering Manager, Espresso SRE

LinkedIn is seeking a Senior Software Engineering Manager to lead their Espresso SRE team in Mountain View, CA. Espresso is LinkedIn's core data-as-a-service infrastructure, a distributed, fault-tolerant NoSQL database serving ~30M QPS and 3PB Source of Truth data for 400+ LinkedIn applications. This hybrid role combines remote work with office presence, focusing on leading a team of engineers in maintaining and improving system reliability, disaster recovery, and monitoring.

The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of industry experience in software engineering, with 3+ years in technical and people management. They'll be responsible for managing team performance, participating in long-term technology roadmap development, and driving operational excellence. The role requires strong leadership skills to coach engineers, collaborate with stakeholders, and create an inclusive work environment.

Key technical aspects include working with distributed systems, scaling applications, and implementing both synchronous and asynchronous design patterns. The position offers competitive compensation ($175,000-$288,000/yr) plus comprehensive benefits including health programs, equity, and performance bonuses.

This is an excellent opportunity to join LinkedIn's mission of creating economic opportunity for the global workforce while leading critical infrastructure that powers hundreds of applications. The role combines technical leadership, people management, and strategic planning in a collaborative, inclusive environment focused on innovation and learning.