Software Engineering Manager, Systems and Infrastructure

LinkedIn is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead their Systems and Infrastructure team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of LinkedIn's infrastructure, working on cutting-edge distributed systems and platforms that power the world's largest professional network.

The position involves leading and managing a core team of engineers focused on building next-generation infrastructure components, including application delivery platforms, compute platforms, scalable data storage systems, search platforms, AI infrastructure, and experimentation platforms. The role combines technical leadership with people management, requiring both deep technical expertise and strong leadership capabilities.

As a manager, you'll be responsible for developing and executing long-term technology roadmaps, driving technical excellence, and fostering an inclusive, innovative work culture. You'll work closely with senior management and cross-functional stakeholders to align technical initiatives with business goals.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of industry experience in software development, with particular expertise in distributed systems and infrastructure. You should have hands-on experience with technologies like Java, Python, Go, or Rust, and be familiar with modern infrastructure tools like Kubernetes and Kafka. LinkedIn has a strong open-source presence, having created projects like Apache Kafka, Pinot, and Samza, offering opportunities to contribute to the broader tech community.

The role offers competitive compensation ($200,000 - $268,000) and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. LinkedIn embraces a hybrid work model, allowing flexibility to work both remotely and from their offices in Mountain View, Bellevue, or San Francisco.

This position presents an exceptional opportunity to work with industry-leading technologies at massive scale, while contributing to LinkedIn's mission of creating economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce. You'll be joining a company that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth, with a strong commitment to open-source contribution and technical innovation.