Staff Engineer - Infrastructure Security

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Staff Engineer for Infrastructure Security to join their Information Security organization. This role is critical in protecting LinkedIn's 700 million+ members' data and ensuring platform security.

The position is based in Mountain View, CA, with a hybrid work arrangement, offering a competitive salary range of $147,000 to $240,000 per year. As a Staff Engineer, you'll be part of the Platform Security team, which provides security architecture and design services throughout LinkedIn.

The role requires extensive experience in information security, including 7+ years working with security principles and container security, plus 3+ years in cloud environments. You'll need strong technical skills in Python and Linux, along with expertise in threat modeling, secure system design, and security architecture.

Key responsibilities include partnering with architects and engineers across LinkedIn, building threat models, performing security assessments, and driving security initiatives. You'll also mentor team members and coach Security Champions within partner organizations.

LinkedIn offers comprehensive benefits including health and wellness programs, equity opportunities, and annual performance bonuses. The company culture emphasizes trust, care, inclusion, and fun, with a strong commitment to member security and data protection.

This is an excellent opportunity for a security professional who wants to impact millions of users while working with cutting-edge technology at scale. You'll be part of a team that ensures LinkedIn remains at the forefront of security innovation and maintains its position as a trusted platform for professional networking.

The ideal candidate will have a BA/BS in Computer Science or equivalent, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively across teams. You'll thrive in an evolving environment where you can take initiative and help set direction for security architecture and implementation.