Staff Software Engineer, Compute Services

CoreWeave is the AI Hyperscaler™, delivering a cloud platform of cutting edge services powering the next wave of AI. Our technology provides enterprises and leading AI labs with the most performant, efficient and resilient solutions for accelerated computing. Since 2017, CoreWeave has operated a growing footprint of data centers covering every region of the US and across Europe. CoreWeave was ranked as one of the TIME100 most influential companies of 2024.

As the leader in the industry, we thrive in an environment where adaptability and resilience are key. Our culture offers career-defining opportunities for those who excel amid change and challenge. If you’re someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and is eager to make a significant impact, CoreWeave is the place for you. Join us, and be part of a team solving some of the most exciting challenges in the industry.  

CoreWeave powers the creation and delivery of the intelligence that drives innovation. 

About the Role:
We are seeking a highly experienced Staff Software Engineer to lead our efforts in building, maintaining, and optimizing highly scalable, reliable, and secure systems.

The Compute Services Organization is responsible for deploying and maintaining critical infrastructure at CoreWeave which includes internal production Infrastructure, CoreWeave Kubernetes Service (CKS), and Bare Metal Node Management.

We are building the next generation of workload orchestration for AI Workloads, and investing in expanding capabilities in Kubernetes, Node Lifecycle Management, and Compute Orchestration.  You’ll be working in some of the largest Kubernetes clusters and data centers running high performance compute ensuring their uptime, reliability, and performance. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Design, implement, and maintain highly available, scalable, and secure computing environments in Kubernetes.
• Develop and refine monitoring, alerting, and observability solutions to enhance system reliability and performance.
• Manage Production Clusters and ensure development teams follow best practices for deployments and lifecycle of applications. 
• Develop Applications and Kubernetes Operators in Go
• Implement and Promote proper GitOps management for applications. 
• Support the deployment and operations of CoreWeave’s Compute Infrastructure layer
• Develop tooling and systems which bridge the gap between Linux, Networking, and Kubernetes.
• Develop software applications in GoLang

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in Software Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering, DevOps, or a related field.
• Strong expertise in Kubernetes, containerization, and microservices architectures.
• Expertise in monitoring and observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, or Splunk.
• Strong scripting and automation skills using Python, Go, Bash, or similar languages.
• Strong Understanding of Linux fundamentals and principals. 
• Deep understanding of networking, security best practices, and compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, etc.).
• Proven track record of leading incident management and post-mortem analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of distributed systems, databases, and caching strategies.
• Experience working with large scale computing clusters

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $230,000-$275,000. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

What We Offer

The range we’ve posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation, we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of factors. These include qualifications, experience, interview performance, and location.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
• Company-paid Life Insurance 
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance 
• Short and long-term disability insurance 
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health 
• Family-Forming support provided by Carrot
• Paid Parental Leave 
• Flexible, full-s