Director, Workplace Technology

Company Description

LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network, built to create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce. Our products help people make powerful connections, discover exciting opportunities, build necessary skills, and gain valuable insights every day. We’re also committed to providing transformational opportunities for our own employees by investing in their growth. We aspire to create a culture that’s built on trust, care, inclusion, and fun – where everyone can succeed.

Join us to transform the way the world works.

Job Description

At LinkedIn, our approach to flexible work is centered on trust and optimized for culture, connection, clarity, and the evolving needs of our business. The work location of this role is hybrid, meaning it will be performed both from home and from a LinkedIn office on select days, as determined by the business needs of the team.  

This role will be based in Sunnyvale or Mountain View, CA.

LinkedIn was built to help professionals achieve more in their careers and everyday millions of people use our products to make connections, discover opportunities and gain insights. Our global reach means we make a direct impact on the world’s workforce in ways no other company can. We’re much more than a digital resume – we transform lives through innovative products and technology. 

We are seeking a Director of Workplace Technology to lead and oversee workplace-related projects, specifically focused on AV/IT integrations and all technology associated with the physical workplace, including our workplace mobile app. This role combines hands-on project management with direct team leadership, ensuring both the successful execution of workplace technology initiatives and the growth and development of a high-performing team. This role is critical in shaping our workplace strategy, ensuring our employees have access to cutting-edge technology that works seamlessly, scales with the organization, and delivers measurable value to the business. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of workplace technology professionals, providing guidance, performance feedback, and career development opportunities.  
• Set clear goals and expectations for the team, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.  
• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of AV/IT integration projects all build-outs.  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop the technology strategy as well as the technological solutions that meet organizational needs and enhance the employee experience.  
• Ensure all technology, including AV systems, IT infrastructure, IOT sensors and workplace mobile apps, are integrated seamlessly and function effectively.  
• Proactively evaluating and piloting emerging technologies including GAI.  
• Manage relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure project success.  
• Conduct risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve issues proactively.  
• Ensure compliance with data privacy and security standards for all workplace technologies.  

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: 

• 10+ years in project management, focusing on workplace technology.  
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.  
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, deliver results on time, and within budget, using project management tools and methodologies. 
• Tenure leading and managing direct reports. 
• Demonstrated understanding of AV systems, IT infrastructure, and workplace technology solutions. 
• Excellent communicator with a collaborative mindset, able to work effectively with diverse teams.  
• Ability to develop and track measures of success for projects and programs.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Demonstrated expertise with mobile app development and corporate deployment.  
• Knowledge of data-driven workplace solutions using sensors and analytics.  
• PMP or similar project management certification. 

Suggested Skills 

• Agility 
• Change Management 
• Communication 
• Creativity 
• Critical Thinking 
• Cross-Team Collaboration 
• Data Analysis 
• Execution 
• Financial Acumen 
• Leadership 
• Problem Solving 
• Project Management 
• Relationship Building 
• Stakeholder Management 
• Strategic Thinking 
• Vendor Management 

LinkedIn is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.    

The pay range for this role is $182,000 to $299,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including bu