Staff Software Engineer - Systems and Infrastructure

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Systems and Infrastructure team. This is a hybrid role that can be based in Mountain View, CA, San Francisco, CA, or Bellevue, WA.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of building next-generation infrastructure and platforms for LinkedIn, including application and service delivery platforms, compute platforms, massively scalable data storage systems, cutting-edge search platforms, and AI infrastructure. You'll work with technologies like Apache Kafka, Pinot, Kubernetes, and contribute to open-source projects that power LinkedIn's ecosystem.

The role requires a strategic mindset to tackle complex technical challenges that span multiple teams. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing large-scale distributed systems, improving system observability, and mentoring other engineers. Your work will directly impact millions of professionals worldwide who rely on LinkedIn's platform.

LinkedIn offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $156,000 to $255,000 annually, plus benefits including health and wellness programs, equity, and annual performance bonuses. The company culture emphasizes trust, inclusion, and professional growth, with opportunities to work on innovative projects and contribute to the open-source community.

Key responsibilities include owning technical strategy, optimizing system performance, improving developer productivity, and working with the open-source community. The ideal candidate should have 8+ years of experience in software development, strong expertise in distributed systems, and a track record of delivering impactful technical solutions.

Join LinkedIn to help shape the future of professional networking while working with cutting-edge technologies and talented engineers. You'll have the opportunity to make significant contributions to both the company's success and the broader technical community through open-source initiatives.