Solutions Architect- Networking

About the Role:

Are you ready to embark on an exhilarating journey of shaping the future of cloud computing? At CoreWeave, we're not just another cloud provider - we're pioneers revolutionizing the industry by putting bleeding edge GPU technology on top of the industry's fastest and most adaptable infrastructure. We are on the hunt for remarkable Solutions Architects who share our passion and possess deep subject matter expertise in one or more of the following domains: Kubernetes, Machine Learning Operations,  Distributed Training/Inference , or Networking Engineering.

Why these domains, you ask? Well, Kubernetes and secure & high performance network connectivity lie at the very heart of the CoreWeave platform. On top of this foundation, our customers are building AI/ML and High Performance Computing workloads oftentimes running on the Slurm workload manager that are changing the world.

As a Solutions Architect at CoreWeave, you will play a vital and dynamic role. You will have the opportunity to demonstrate thought leadership and engage hands-on throughout our customers' entire lifecycle. From establishing their Kubernetes environment to developing proofs of concept, onboarding, and optimizing workloads, you will lead innovation at every turn.

Your role will not only be to engage our customers, but you will also align closely with our engineering team. You will offer valuable insights from the field and have the chance to contribute directly to our product roadmap and development.

If you're driven by innovation, thrilled by the possibilities of what specialized compute can enable, and eager to be part of a team that's shaping the future, then CoreWeave is the place for you. Join us and let's embark on this adventure together!

What You'll Do:

• Serve as the primary technical point-of-contact for customers, establishing strong technical relationships and ensuring their success with CoreWeave's cloud infrastructure offerings.
• Collaborate closely with customers to understand their unique business needs and create, prototype, and deploy tailored solutions that align with their requirements.
• Lead proof of concept initiatives to showcase the value and viability of CoreWeave's solutions within specific environments.
• Take charge of technical leadership during customer meetings, presentations, and workshops, addressing any technical queries or concerns that arise.
• Act as a virtual member of CoreWeave's networking and HPC networking product and engineering teams by identifying opportunities for product enhancement and collaborating with engineers to implement your suggestions.
• Offer valuable insights on product features, functionality, and performance, contributing regularly to discussions about product strategy and architecture.
• Conduct periodic technical reviews and assessments of customer workloads, pinpointing opportunities for workload optimization and suggesting suitable solutions.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments and trends in cloud computing and infrastructure, sharing your thought leadership with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Lead the prototyping and initiation of research and development efforts for emerging products and solutions, delivering prototypes and key insights for internal consumption.
• Represent CoreWeave at conferences and industry events, with occasional travel as required.

Wondering if you’re a good fit? We believe in investing in our people, and value candidates who can bring their own diversified experiences to our teams – even if you aren't a 100% skill or experience match. Here are a few qualities we’ve found compatible with our team. If some of this describes you, we’d love to talk. 

• You’ve got some of this under your belt. You have  proven experience as a solutions architect or a technical account manager in cloud infrastructure or related industry.
• You’re familiar with a broad range of networking technologies and topics. You are familiar with enterprise needs and use cases as it relates to secure and high performance networking environments.
• You’re familiar with the NVIDIA GPUs typically used in AI/ML applications and associated technologies such as Infiniband and NVIDIA Collective Communications Library (NCCL).  
• You’re an expert in networking. You have strong technical expertise in cloud computing concepts, architecture, and technologies, and some hands-on experience in designing and implementing cloud solutions.
• You have a practical, hands on understanding of managing infrastructure networking, Kubernetes CSI management, and private networking concepts.
• You can break it down for customers. You communicate clearly and with empathy, and have a knack for talking about complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• You’re a relationship builder. Customer relationships are important to you, and you take the time to understand their requirements and find the optimal solutions to meet their needs.
• You like tackling a gnarly problem. You can analyze complex situations and develop creative and effective solutions.
• You get it done. You’re self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• You’re curious about what we do. You’re familiar with or interested in Coreweave's cloud infrastructure offerings, or that of a similar cloud platform.

The base salary range for this role is $165,000 to $220,000. 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. In addition to base salary, our total rewards package includes a discretionary bonus, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits program (all based on eligibility).