Staff Software Engineer - Network

LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their Network team in Mountain View, CA. This is a hybrid role that combines remote work with in-office collaboration at LinkedIn's Mountain View campus.

The Network team is responsible for designing, implementing, and operating critical network software that powers LinkedIn's economic graph. This includes work on network operating systems (SONiC), traffic engineering, intent-based configuration management, telemetry, and various systems for network packet forwarding, translation, monitoring, and operations.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll be a key technical leader and role model within the team. The role requires someone who can design and develop technology to serve business and technical objectives, understand state-of-the-art networking research, align perspectives across teams, and make intelligent trade-offs. Strong technical skills in both software engineering and networking are essential.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $147,000 to $240,000, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), parental leave, and educational assistance. LinkedIn's culture emphasizes trust, care, inclusion, and fun, with a strong focus on employee growth and development.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who wants to work on large-scale distributed systems, network infrastructure, and cutting-edge networking technologies while providing technical leadership and mentorship. The role combines hands-on development with strategic technical decision-making, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both technical depth and leadership responsibilities.