Software Engineer - data engineering

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’re looking for a highly motivated Software Engineer I to join the Data Engineering team at CoreWeave. You’ll be a key contributor to major internal AI initiatives and will help build the intelligent agents and copilots that will power the next generation of internal services at the company.

This is a high-growth opportunity for an early-career engineer to gain deep experience in AI-native software development, while collaborating closely with senior engineers and cross-functional partners. You’ll work on projects like text-to-sql, workflow automation agents, and enterprise assistants that integrate deeply into CoreWeave’s infrastructure.

We’re looking for someone excited to learn, build, and iterate fast—someone who can take ownership of impactful features and grow into a strong engineer capable of delivering reliable, scalable AI-powered systems. If you’re excited about AI and have a strong grasp of software engineering fundamentals, this role is for you!

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development of AI-native applications, including text-to-sql services, data engineering copilots, and business process automation agents.
• Build full-stack services that integrate LLMs and AI services into existing infrastructure for IT, Data, and Analytics.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to implement production-grade, secure, and observable AI features.
• Write high-quality, well-tested code, and participate in code reviews to maintain technical excellence.
• Support the operationalization of AI capabilities with logging, monitoring, and safety checks.
• Partner with stakeholders across finance, operations, and engineering.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2+ years of professional experience programming in at least one of the following programming languages: Python, TypeScript, Go, Java, C#, or C++.
• Eagerness to learn new tools, write clean code, and work in a collaborative team environment.
• Understanding of software engineering fundamentals including testing, version control, continuous integration, data structures and algorithms.
• Interest in LLMs (Meta Llama, Open AI GPT, Anthropic Claude, etc.), AI agents, and automation technologies; some exposure to these via coursework, internships, or personal projects is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with vector databases like Chroma or Pinecone to build RAG pipelines.
• Experience developing with popular AI frameworks like Guidance, LangChain, and LlamaIndex.
• Familiarity with modern web frameworks and APIs (e.g., FastAPI, Flask, React, Next.js).

The base pay and target total cash for this position range from $ 101,000- $135,000 and $111,000- $149,000 accordingly. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position includes a discretionary bonus, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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 
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