Director, Software Engineering

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Director of Software Engineering to join their Trust Tools engineering team in Bengaluru, India. This is a hybrid role that combines remote work with office presence, focusing on building technology that ensures safe and trustworthy online spaces for over a billion members worldwide.

The role involves leading the development of cutting-edge moderation platforms, access governance tools, and decision quality systems that leverage AI-driven insights. The successful candidate will be responsible for empowering human reviewers and enabling proactive investigations to detect and mitigate emerging threats before they impact the platform.

As a Director, you'll lead a diverse team of engineers, driving technical excellence and innovation while partnering with product and senior management to shape the technology roadmap. The position requires a strategic mindset to evaluate complex challenges and make data-driven decisions, along with the ability to foster cross-functional collaboration across engineering, product, and design teams.

The ideal candidate brings 18+ years of industry experience in software design and development, combined with 7+ years of technical and people management experience. They should have a proven track record in designing high-performance, scalable web applications and guiding engineering teams to deliver quality projects on time.

LinkedIn offers a culture centered on trust and flexibility, with a strong emphasis on professional growth and development. The company provides comprehensive benefits including health and wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion.

This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on platform integrity and member trust at scale, while working with cutting-edge technologies at the intersection of AI, security, and trust. Join LinkedIn to challenge yourself with work that matters and be part of a team that's shaping the future of professional networking.