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 influence LinkedIn's entire engineering organization.

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 Kubernetes clusters on-demand, developing multi-cluster solutions, automating upgrades, and implementing intelligent health detection and remediation systems.

As a Staff Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in designing and implementing solutions that enable LinkedIn to scale its Compute Infrastructure to meet the demands of its growing user base. You'll work alongside experienced engineers in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, focusing on building robust, scalable, and efficient solutions.

Key responsibilities include owning technical strategy for complex requirements, designing and optimizing large-scale distributed systems, improving system observability, and mentoring other engineers. You'll be expected to drive innovation while maintaining a focus on practical, incremental delivery of software at scale.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing you to work both remotely and from LinkedIn offices in Mountain View, San Francisco, or Bellevue. LinkedIn provides comprehensive benefits including health and wellness programs, competitive compensation, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

This position is ideal for experienced engineers with a strong background in distributed systems, Kubernetes, and Go programming. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology while contributing to the infrastructure that powers one of the world's largest professional networks.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $156,000 to $255,000, along with additional benefits and potential performance bonuses. Join LinkedIn to challenge yourself with work that matters while being part of a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.