Principal Staff Software Engineer, Developer Productivity

LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network, built to help members achieve more in their careers.
$203,000 - $333,000
DevOps
Principal Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Principal Staff Software Engineer, Developer Productivity

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Principal Staff Software Engineer to join their Dev Platforms and Experiences (DPX) organization. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of developer productivity at LinkedIn, focusing on creating and maintaining the core developer infrastructure for Build, Test, and Deploy operations.

The position offers a unique opportunity to influence and transform the developer experience at LinkedIn, working within the DPX Quality team. You'll be responsible for envisioning and implementing next-generation testing and quality infrastructure, making significant improvements to the developer workflow and productivity. The role combines technical leadership with strategic thinking, requiring both deep technical expertise and the ability to mentor and guide other engineers.

As a Principal Staff Software Engineer, you'll be working in a hybrid environment, splitting time between remote work and LinkedIn's office in Mountain View, CA. The compensation range of $203,000 - $333,000 reflects the senior level and impact of this position. You'll be part of an organization that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

Key aspects of the role include leading strategic investments in developer productivity, engaging with the industry-wide developer community, and contributing to open-source software. You'll need 8+ years of experience in programming and building large-scale distributed systems, along with excellent communication skills and a proven track record of shipping complex projects.

LinkedIn offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness programs, flexible work arrangements, and competitive compensation. The company's commitment to creating economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce makes this an exciting opportunity to work on infrastructure that powers one of the world's largest professional networks.

The ideal candidate will be a thought leader in the developer productivity space, capable of driving technical strategy while maintaining a hands-on approach to solving complex engineering challenges. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on how LinkedIn's engineering teams work and contribute to the company's continued growth and success.

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Responsibilities For Principal Staff Software Engineer, Developer Productivity

  • Grow, develop, and mentor a team that provides engineering systems
  • Work across Engineering to build relationships with other teams
  • Own the design, development, testing, deployment and craft of your team's infrastructure and systems
  • Leverage technical expertise to mentor engineers and provide leadership on resolving complex technology issues
  • Build operational excellence roadmaps and drive adoption of best practices

Requirements For Principal Staff Software Engineer, Developer Productivity

Java
  • BA/BS Degree or higher in Computer Science or related technical discipline, or related practical experience
  • 8+ years of programming experience in Java, C++, C# or similar programming languages
  • 8+ years of experience building large-scale distributed systems, applications
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Deep understanding of the Software development Life Cycle and related build and test systems

Benefits For Principal Staff Software Engineer, Developer Productivity

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Time away benefits

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