Staff Software Engineer, iOS - Media SDK

LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network, built to create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce.
$147,000 - $240,000
iOS
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Staff Software Engineer, iOS - Media SDK

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Media SDK team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on media-related functionalities that power LinkedIn's ecosystem of applications.

The position focuses on developing SDK libraries that handle all media functions across LinkedIn's platform, ensuring seamless integration and high-quality user experiences. As a Staff Engineer, you'll be working with cutting-edge technologies and collaborating with talented engineers to build features that connect millions of professionals worldwide.

The role requires deep technical expertise in iOS development, particularly in media-related frameworks and technologies. You'll be responsible for designing and building multiple media libraries covering image and video functionalities, evaluating new technologies, and providing technical leadership for large-scale projects. The position demands strong programming skills in languages like Swift, Objective-C, and experience with iOS frameworks such as AVFoundation and Core Graphics.

LinkedIn offers a flexible hybrid work environment, allowing you to work both remotely and from their offices in either Mountain View, CA or Bellevue, WA. The company provides comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), parental leave, and commuter benefits. The compensation range is competitive, ranging from $147,000 to $240,000, reflecting LinkedIn's commitment to fair and equitable compensation practices.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact on a platform used by professionals globally. You'll be working on challenging technical problems while contributing to LinkedIn's mission of creating economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce. The role offers both technical growth and leadership opportunities, making it ideal for engineers looking to advance their careers while working on meaningful projects.

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Responsibilities For Staff Software Engineer, iOS - Media SDK

  • Design and build multiple media libraries covering image, video etc, which are adopted across LinkedIn ecosystem family apps
  • Follow industry developments and evaluate technologies from Apple and open source world
  • Work with LinkedIn's iOS developer community to understand their needs
  • Produce high-quality software that is unit tested and code reviewed
  • Provide technical leadership for large-scale, cross-functional projects
  • Run projects spanning dozens of teams to increase adoption of latest technologies
  • Design ways to structure application and build system to minimize build time
  • Look for opportunities to improve trunk health and test infrastructure

Requirements For Staff Software Engineer, iOS - Media SDK

  • BA/BS Degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience
  • 8+ years of industry experience in software design and development
  • 4+ years programming experience in Objective-C, Swift, Java, C/C++, Python
  • Deep knowledge of video playback frameworks like AVFoundation, Core Media, VideoToolbox
  • Experience with image rendering and processing using Core Graphics, Core Animation
  • Comprehensive knowledge of media formats, codecs, and streaming protocols
  • Experience in designing and building infrastructure solutions at scale
  • Experience with iOS development toolchains like Xcode and test frameworks

Benefits For Staff Software Engineer, iOS - Media SDK

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
  • Generous health and wellness programs
  • Time away for employees of all levels
  • Fair and equitable compensation practices
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Parental leave
  • Commuter benefits

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