Staff Software Engineer - Compute Infrastructure

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Compute Infrastructure team. This role presents a unique opportunity to work on high-impact projects that will shape the future of LinkedIn's engineering infrastructure.

The position focuses on the LinkedIn Kubernetes Infrastructure team, which provides an on-premises Kubernetes platform serving the entire company. You'll be responsible for creating solutions that enable LinkedIn to scale its Compute Infrastructure to meet the demands of its rapidly growing user base. This includes developing capabilities for efficient cluster creation, multi-cluster solutions, automated upgrades, and intelligent health monitoring and remediation.

As a Staff Engineer, you'll work with experienced engineers to develop and operate robust, scalable, and efficient solutions. The role requires strong technical leadership, with responsibilities including owning technical strategy for complex requirements, designing and implementing large-scale distributed systems, and improving system observability with a focus on developer productivity.

The ideal candidate should have extensive experience with Kubernetes ecosystem, distributed systems, and Golang programming. You'll be expected to mentor other engineers, contribute to technical culture, and drive innovation while maintaining high standards of software delivery at scale.

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing flexibility between remote work and office presence in Mountain View, San Francisco, or Bellevue locations. LinkedIn provides a comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness programs, time-off benefits, annual performance bonuses, and equity compensation.

The position requires minimum 4 years of industry experience, though candidates with 8+ years are preferred. You'll be joining a company that values diversity, inclusion, and creating economic opportunities for every member of the global workforce. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior technologist looking to make a significant impact on infrastructure that powers one of the world's largest professional networks.