Staff Software Engineer - Frontend

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their team in Mountain View, CA. This hybrid role offers an exciting opportunity to work on critical internal tooling that powers LinkedIn's infrastructure capacity planning and utilization.

The position combines frontend expertise with full-stack development capabilities, focusing on building user-friendly interfaces and robust backend systems. You'll be developing and managing internal tools (UI/CLI/API) that help teams plan hardware investments, monitor capacity utilization, and optimize infrastructure usage across LinkedIn's vast network.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll work at the intersection of user experience and system architecture, creating solutions that directly impact LinkedIn's operational efficiency. The role requires expertise in modern frontend technologies (JavaScript, TypeScript, React), API development, and distributed systems, with opportunities to influence architectural decisions and technical direction.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $147,000 to $240,000, complemented by comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k, and parental leave. LinkedIn offers a flexible hybrid work environment, balancing remote work with in-office collaboration.

Key responsibilities include architecting distributed systems, developing scalable applications, creating reusable UI components, and providing technical leadership. You'll also mentor junior engineers and contribute to maintaining high-quality, production-grade systems.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of full-stack development experience, strong frontend expertise, and a track record of building scalable applications. You should be comfortable with modern development practices, have experience with distributed systems, and possess excellent collaborative and leadership skills.

This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving complex technical challenges at scale. You'll be part of a company culture built on trust, care, inclusion, and fun, with significant opportunities for professional growth and impact.

If you're passionate about frontend development, enjoy architectural challenges, and want to contribute to tools that power one of the world's largest professional networks, this position offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career while making a meaningful impact.