Staff Software Engineer, Multi-Language Infrastructure (Python Expertise)

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Multi-Language Infrastructure team with a focus on Python expertise. This role represents an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of infrastructure development and artificial intelligence, supporting LinkedIn's mission to create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce.

The position is based in Mountain View, CA, with a hybrid work arrangement that combines remote work with in-office collaboration. As a key member of the Python Team, you'll hold a unique and crucial position within LinkedIn's ecosystem, managing Python language infrastructure and setting industry-leading standards for both developer experience and service efficiency.

Your responsibilities will span across modernizing Python implementations, improving performance, and enhancing Python craftsmanship throughout LinkedIn. You'll collaborate closely with various system infrastructure domain teams and GenAI Platform teams to achieve ambitious goals in the AI Era. The role involves owning and evolving internal Python tooling to improve service performance at scale.

The ideal candidate will bring 8+ years of relevant experience, with deep expertise in Python programming, distributed systems, and performance engineering. You'll need strong skills in system design, implementation, and optimization of large-scale distributed systems, with a focus on security and compliance. Experience with Python interoperability with C/C++, including Foreign Function Interface (FFI), is crucial.

The compensation package is highly competitive, ranging from $156,000 to $288,000, complemented by comprehensive benefits including health and wellness programs, annual performance bonuses, and stock options. LinkedIn offers a collaborative and supportive culture that emphasizes continuous learning and growth opportunities.

This role offers the unique opportunity to work with top-tier engineers, deliver high-impact results across the tech stack, and influence cutting-edge open-source projects. You'll be at the forefront of developing next-generation infrastructure and platforms, including advanced application and service delivery platforms, massively scalable data storage systems, and AI-driven platforms.

Join LinkedIn's world-class software engineering team to challenge yourself with work that matters, while contributing to a platform that helps millions of professionals achieve their career goals.