Principal Staff Software Engineer - Data Infrastructure & Data Quality

LinkedIn, a global leader in professional networking with over 5,000 employees, is seeking a Principal Staff Software Engineer to lead their Data Infrastructure & Data Quality initiatives. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of data management at scale within one of tech's most influential platforms.

The position combines deep technical leadership with strategic vision, requiring someone who can architect and implement sophisticated data systems while driving organizational change. Based in Mountain View, CA with a hybrid work arrangement, this role offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $207,000 to $340,000.

As a Principal Staff Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of building world-class solutions for data discovery, observability, and quality. The role demands expertise in large-scale data platforms, distributed systems, and metadata intelligence. You'll be responsible for defining the technical vision for data discovery and quality across LinkedIn, designing scalable systems for metadata management, and leading critical infrastructure initiatives.

Key responsibilities include architecting systems that unify structured and unstructured metadata, developing mechanisms for automated data quality assessment, and driving improvements in system observability. You'll also play a crucial role in mentoring other engineers and setting engineering standards across the organization.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of software design experience, with at least 5 years in technical leadership. You should have deep expertise in data platforms, quality, and observability, plus a proven track record of leading high-impact initiatives in large, complex organizations.

This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on LinkedIn's data infrastructure while working with cutting-edge technologies and talented engineers. You'll be part of a company that values innovation, professional growth, and work-life balance, with comprehensive benefits including equity compensation and performance bonuses.