Staff Software Engineer - Compute Infrastructure & Distributed Systems Expertise

Unlock Your Potential at LinkedIn: Staff Software Engineer - Compute Infrastructure Join the world's largest professional network and be part of a team that's shaping the future of career development and economic opportunity. As a Staff Software Engineer - Compute Infrastructure at LinkedIn, you'll have the chance to work on high-impact projects, drive innovation, and collaborate with talented engineers to build the next-generation infrastructure and platforms for our rapidly growing user base. About LinkedIn: Creating Economic Opportunity for Every Member of the Global Workforce At LinkedIn, our vision is to create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce. We believe that amazing things happen when we work together in an environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. Our products help members make connections, discover opportunities, build skills, and gain insights. We're committed to investing in our talent and supporting career growth, and we're looking for individuals who share our passion for making a difference. Job Overview: Staff Software Engineer - Compute Infrastructure As a Staff Software Engineer on the Compute Infrastructure team, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing solutions that enable LinkedIn to scale its infrastructure to meet the demands of a rapidly growing user base. You'll work closely with experienced engineers to develop and operate robust, scalable, and efficient solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and deliver high-quality results. Key Responsibilities: Technical Strategy & Leadership: Own the technical strategy for broad or complex requirements, providing insightful and forward-looking approaches that go beyond the direct team and solve large open-ended problems. Distributed Systems Development: Design, implement, and optimize the performance of large-scale distributed systems with security and compliance in mind. Observability & System Sustenance: Improve the observability and understandability of various systems, focusing on improving developer productivity and system sustenance. Collaboration & Communication: Communicate effectively with the team, partners, and stakeholders to drive collaboration and deliver results. Mentorship & Team Growth: Mentor other engineers, define our challenging technical culture, and help build a fast-growing team. Innovation & Software Development: Drive innovation while iteratively building and shipping software at scale, delivering incremental impact. Problem-Solving & Debugging: Diagnose technical problems, debug in production environments, and automate routine tasks. Essential Qualifications: Education: BA/BS Degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline, or related practical experience. Industry Experience: 4+ years of industry experience in software design, development, and algorithm-related solutions. Programming Languages: 4+ years of experience programming in object-oriented languages such as Java, C++, Python, Go, Rust, C#, and/or Functional languages such as Scala or other relevant coding languages. Distributed Systems Experience: Hands-on experience developing distributed systems, large-scale systems, databases, and/or Backend APIs. Preferred Qualifications: Advanced Education & Experience: BS and 8+ years of relevant work experience, MS and 7+ years of relevant work experience, or PhD and 4+ years of relevant work experience. Distributed Systems Expertise: Experience in architecting, building, and running large-scale distributed systems. Industry & Open-Source Experience: Experience with industry, open-source, and/or academic research in technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Kubernetes, Feather, GraphQL, GRPC, Apache Kafka, Pinot, Samza, or Venice. Open-Source Project Management: Experience with open-source project management and governance. Skills & Competencies: Distributed Systems: Expertise in designing, building, and operating large-scale distributed systems. Golang: Proficiency in Golang programming language. Technical Leadership: Ability to provide technical leadership and guidance to teams. Career Growth Opportunities & Learning Benefits: At LinkedIn, we're committed to supporting the career growth and development of our employees. As a Staff Software Engineer - Compute Infrastructure, you'll have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, collaborate with experienced engineers, and develop your skills in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Work Environment & Company Culture: LinkedIn offers a hybrid and remote work environment, allowing you to work from home or commute to a LinkedIn office, depending on what's best for you and your team. We're committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful. Compensation, Perks, and Benefits: The pay range for this role is $156,000 to $255,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors, including skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. The total compensation package may also include annual performance bonus, stock, benefits, and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans. Join Our Team: Staff Software Engineer - Compute Infrastructure If you're a talented and experienced Staff Software Engineer looking to drive innovation and make a difference at LinkedIn, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and be part of a company that's shaping the future of career development and economic opportunity. Equal Opportunity Employer: LinkedIn is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class. Accommodations for Individuals with Disabilities: LinkedIn is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, please contact us at [email protected]. Apply for this job