Senior Platform Engineer II, Compute Services

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Platform Engineer to join our Kubernetes Infrastructure team. This role involves administering our critical multi-tenant Kubernetes platforms and collaborating with development teams to establish proper deployment architectures.

Responsibilities

• Champion reliability initiatives for Kubernetes application deployments: Advocate for best practices to ensure high availability, scalability, and resilience of applications in Kubernetes, focusing on robust testing, secure pipelines, and efficient resource use.
• Administer multi-tenant Kubernetes platforms: Manage complex multi-tenant Kubernetes clusters, configuring access, quotas, and security for isolation and optimal resource allocation while upholding SLAs.
• Perform lifecycle and day 2 operations on clusters: Execute Kubernetes cluster lifecycle, including provisioning, patching, monitoring, backup, disaster recovery, and troubleshooting.
• Deep dive into reliability issues: Conduct in-depth analysis and root cause identification for complex reliability incidents in Kubernetes, utilizing advanced debugging and monitoring tools to propose preventative measures.
• Perform on-call duties: Respond to critical alerts and incidents outside business hours, providing timely resolution to minimize disruptions, collaborating with teams, and communicating clearly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in CS, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience preferred.
• CKA or similar certifications is highly desired.
• 5+ years administering multi-tenant SaaS Kubernetes (EKS, AKS, GKS).
• Strong Gitops/DevOps with ArgoCD or similar helm chart management.
• Proven Docker and containerization experience.
• Strong Linux OS experience.
• Proficient in Go.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Preferred Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with performance profiling and optimization of distributed systems.
• Knowledge of network protocols and distributed consensus algorithms.

Skills

• Resilient kubernetes application architecture and deployment.
• Administration of multi-tenant Kubernetes platforms.
• Performance profiling and optimization of distributed systems.
• Knowledge of network protocols and distributed consensus algorithms.

Benefits

• The base salary range for this role is $165,000 to $242,000.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Equity awards.
• A comprehensive benefits program including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid by CoreWeave.
• Company-paid Life Insurance.
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Mental wellness benefits through Spring Health.
• Family-forming support provided by Carrot.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible, full-service childcare support with Kinside.
• 401(k) with a generous employer match.
• Catered lunch each day in our office and data center locations.
• A casual work environment.
• A work culture focused on innovative disruption.

Pay

The starting salary will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. We strive for both market alignment and internal equity when determining compensation.

Schedule

CoreWeave offers a flexible schedule to accommodate the diverse needs of its employees.