Sr. Staff Software Engineer, Systems Infrastructure (Kubernetes)

LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network, built to create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce.
$180,000 - $300,000
Cloud
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Sr. Staff Software Engineer, Systems Infrastructure (Kubernetes)

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Sr. Staff Software Engineer to join their Systems Infrastructure team. This role focuses on re-architecting LinkedIn's compute infrastructure stack, a high-profile project impacting the entire engineering organization. The position requires expertise in Kubernetes, distributed systems, and technical leadership.

The role combines hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities. You'll be working on building and operating some of the world's largest Kubernetes clusters, developing high-performance scheduling solutions, and contributing to LinkedIn's compute infrastructure strategy. The position offers the opportunity to work with distinguished engineers and technical fellows while solving complex scalability challenges.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Kubernetes architecture, strong proficiency in Golang, and extensive experience with distributed systems. You'll need to demonstrate both technical excellence and leadership capabilities, as the role involves coaching and up-leveling a talented team.

LinkedIn offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, annual bonus, and equity. The company provides comprehensive benefits including health and wellness programs. The work environment is hybrid, combining remote work with office presence in either Mountain View, CA or Bellevue, WA.

This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of LinkedIn's infrastructure while working with cutting-edge technologies at massive scale. The role offers significant technical challenges, leadership opportunities, and the chance to impact millions of users worldwide.

Last updated 2 days ago

Responsibilities For Sr. Staff Software Engineer, Systems Infrastructure (Kubernetes)

  • Directly contribute to LinkedIn's Compute infrastructure strategy
  • Build and operate a platform that allocates hardware resources
  • Build and operate world class high performance scheduling/deployment solutions
  • Help up-level and coach a large team of talented developers

Requirements For Sr. Staff Software Engineer, Systems Infrastructure (Kubernetes)

Go
Kubernetes
  • 5+ years of industry experience in software design, development, and algorithm related solutions
  • 5+ years of experience programming in object-oriented languages
  • Hands-on experience developing large-scale distributed systems
  • 2+ years of experience as an architect, or technical leadership position
  • BS/BA in Computer Science or related technical field or equivalent technical experience
  • Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture and key components
  • Strong proficiency in Golang

Benefits For Sr. Staff Software Engineer, Systems Infrastructure (Kubernetes)

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Time away for employees of all levels
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Stock options
  • Comprehensive benefits package

Interested in this job?

Jobs Related To LinkedIn Sr. Staff Software Engineer, Systems Infrastructure (Kubernetes)

Sr. Staff Software Engineer, Systems Infrastructure (Kubernetes)

Senior Staff Software Engineer position at LinkedIn focusing on Systems Infrastructure and Kubernetes, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Sr. Staff Software Engineer, Systems Infrastructure (Kubernetes)

Senior Staff Software Engineer position at LinkedIn focusing on Kubernetes and cloud infrastructure, offering competitive compensation and hybrid work environment.

Staff Software Engineer - Compute Infrastructure

Staff Software Engineer position at LinkedIn focusing on building and scaling Kubernetes infrastructure and compute platforms.

Sr. Staff Technical Program Manager, Core Engineering

Senior Staff TPM role at LinkedIn leading infrastructure and AI/ML platform initiatives, offering $160-262K salary with hybrid work model.

Staff Technical Program Manager

Staff Technical Program Manager position at LinkedIn focusing on infrastructure and data systems management.