Staff Software Engineer - Systems Infrastructure

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Systems Infrastructure team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on next-generation infrastructure and platforms, including application and service delivery, compute platforms, scalable data storage systems, and cutting-edge AI platforms.

The position requires a seasoned professional with 8+ years of experience who can lead technical strategy and implement large-scale distributed systems. You'll be working with well-known open-source projects like Apache Kafka, Pinot, and Kubernetes, while having the opportunity to contribute to LinkedIn's impressive portfolio of open-source infrastructure projects.

As a Staff Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and optimizing complex distributed systems, mentoring other engineers, and driving technical innovation. The role offers a competitive salary range of $156,000 - $255,000, along with comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k), and various assistance programs.

The hybrid work environment allows for flexibility while maintaining team collaboration and culture. LinkedIn's commitment to employee well-being is reflected in their generous benefits package, including parental leave, child care support, and professional development opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers passionate about distributed systems and open-source technologies to make a significant impact at scale while working with industry-leading infrastructure. The role combines technical leadership, hands-on development, and the chance to influence the future of professional networking technology.