Head of Distributed Systems Engineering — UK

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

LinkedIn is a leading professional networking platform with over 20 years of experience connecting millions of professionals worldwide. Founded in 2002, we're committed to making the world a more connected and productive place through the free exchange of information, ideas, and opportunities. We're a global company with offices in multiple countries, including the UK, and we're proud to have been named one of the best places to work by various publications. Our mission is to connect the world's professionals to make them more productive and successful. We believe in a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and collaboration, and we're always looking for talented individuals to join our team.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

As a key member of our engineering team, the Head of Distributed Systems Engineering will be responsible for leading the design, development, and deployment of our distributed systems infrastructure. This includes our cloud-based architecture, containerization, and microservices. You will work closely with our product management team to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications. You will also lead a team of engineers to achieve these goals and collaborate with other teams to ensure seamless integration.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

. Design and implement scalable and highly available distributed systems architecture.

. Lead a team of engineers to develop, test, and deploy cloud-based infrastructure and applications.

. Collaborate with product management to gather business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.

. Ensure adherence to industry best practices and compliance with security and regulatory standards.

. Develop and maintain technical documentation and training materials for engineers.

. Identify areas for process improvements and implement changes to increase efficiency and productivity.

. Collaborate with other teams to ensure seamless integration with existing systems.

. Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends and propose innovative solutions.

. Develop and manage the team's technical vision and strategy.

. Represent the team in cross-functional meetings and communicate with stakeholders.

. Ensure that all engineering activities are aligned with company goals and objectives.

. Lead the team in planning, prioritization, and execution of projects.

. Coach and mentor engineers to improve their skills and knowledge.

. Foster a culture of innovation, creativity, and experimentation.

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

. 10+ years of experience in distributed systems engineering, cloud architecture, and infrastructure design.

. 5+ years of experience in leadership or management roles.

. Strong technical skills in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), containerization (Docker), and microservices.

. Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.

. Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

. Strong understanding of industry best practices and compliance with security and regulatory standards.

. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

. Experience with agile methodologies and version control systems (Git).

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

. Experience with Kubernetes, service mesh, and API gateways.

. Strong knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Python, or Go.

. Experience with cloud-based CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.

. Strong understanding of DevOps practices and principles.

. Experience with container orchestration and management tools.

. Strong knowledge of network protocols and security.

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a highly competitive salary range of £50,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.

. Health insurance and a comprehensive benefits package.

. A generous retirement plan and stock options program.

. 25 days of annual leave and 8 bank holidays.

. Opportunity for professional growth and development through our learning and development budget.

. Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options.

. A dynamic and inclusive team culture with regular social events and team-building activities.

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

Our engineering team is a collaborative and innovative group of professionals who are passionate about building and delivering high-quality software products. We're a distributed team working on multiple projects simultaneously, and we're always looking for talented individuals to join our ranks. We believe in a culture of experimentation, iteration, and learning, and we're committed to making the world a better place through our work.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please send your resume and a cover letter to [insert email address]. We're looking for talented and motivated individuals who share our passion for distributed systems engineering and want to make a real impact. We'll be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so don't wait to apply!

📋 Job Details

Job Type	🌐 Remote
Location	Remote, GB
Address	135 Old Street, London EC1V 9BD, EC1V 9BD
Salary	GBP 50,000 – 80,000 / year
Industry	General
Company	LinkedIn
Valid Until	2026-10-13

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to LinkedIn. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.