Solutions Architect - Security

Core Weave 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, Core Weave has operated a growing footprint of data centers covering every region of the US and across Europe.

Core Weave 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, Core Weave is the place for you.

Join us, and be part of a team solving some of the most exciting challenges in the industry.

Core Weave powers the creation and delivery of the intelligence that drives innovation.

About the Role

Are you ready to embark on an exhilarating journey of shaping the future of cloud computing?

At Core Weave, 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 Core Weave 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 Core Weave, 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 Core Weave 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 Core Weave’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 Core Weave’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 Core Weave’s security engineering team 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 storage technologies, educating the rest of the team, and providing valuable feedback to product and GTM teams.
• Lead the prototyping and initiation of research and development efforts for emerging products and solutions, delivering prototypes and key insights for internal consumption.
• Represent Core Weave 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 an expert in storage.

You have strong technical expertise in cloud computing concepts, architecture, and technologies, and some hands‑on experience in designing and implementing cloud solutions.

• You can clearly describe security concepts, best practices and have an understanding of the security tooling landscape in Kubernetes.
• You have a deep understanding of administrating Kubernetes clusters including controls such as RBAC, admission controllers, container security, etc..
• 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.
• You’re familiar with the NVIDIA GPUs typically used in AI/ML applications and associated technologies including networking

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

The base pay for this position ranges from $175,000-$225,000.

Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

This position also 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 Core Weave
• 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‑service childcare support with Kinside
• 401(k) with a generous employer match
• Flexible PTO
• Catered lunch each day in our office and data center locations
• A casual work environment
• A work culture focused on innovative disruption
• Our Workplace

While we prioritize a hybrid work environment, remote work may be considered for candidates located more than 30 miles from an office, based on role requirements for specialized skill sets.

New hires will be invited to attend onboarding at one of our hubs within their first month.

Teams also gather quarterly to support collaboration.

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Core Weave is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.

All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

As part of this commitment and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Core Weave will ensure that qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.

If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact: careers@coreweave. com.

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