Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer, Network Datapath MonitoringSunnyvale, CA CoreWeave is The Essential Cloud for AI™. Built for pioneers by pioneers, CoreWeave delivers a platform of technology, tools, and teams that enables innovators to build and scale AI with confidence. Trusted by leading AI labs, startups, and global enterprises, CoreWeave combines superior infrastructure performance with deep technical expertise to accelerate breakthroughs and turn compute into capability. Founded in 2017, CoreWeave became a publicly traded company (Nasdaq: CRWV) in March 2025. Learn more at You'll Do:We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our Network Datapath Team. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining the networking software/hardware that underpins our GPU cloud services. As a Datapath Monitoring/Observability Engineer, you will focus on developing solutions and systems to provide high fidelity visibility into our services performance and fault detection through real time network telemetry and data analytic pipelines. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to optimize network performance, enhance security, and ensure the overall scalability and reliability of our cloud platform.About the Role:Design, develop, and maintain the network datapath monitoring and observability infrastructure for our GPU cloud services, including host networking, smart NICs, and overlay/underlay networks.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, Production and Data Platform Engineers, to ensure seamless integration of network datapath solutions.Participate in an on-call rotation, troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues, and provide timely support to the operations team.Stay up-to-date with the latest network telemetry and monitoring technologies, industry trends, and best practices to continually improve our networking infrastructure.Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and architecture decisions to ensure high-quality software development practices.Who You Are:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.Proven experience (5+ years) as a Software Engineer, with a focus on networking and network observability.Expertise in network protocols, routing, and security (TCP/IP, BGP, kernel networking, etc.) with a preference on cloud solutions.Proficiency in programming languages such as Golang or Python for automation and scripting.Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) and network virtualization technologies.Experience in troubleshooting k8s networking and cloud infrastructure.Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards troubleshooting and issue resolution.Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.A passion for staying updated on emerging technologies and a commitment to continuous learning.Preferred:Experience with k8s operators and controllers.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.Why CoreWeave?At CoreWeave, we work hard, have fun, and move fast! We're in an exciting stage of hyper-growth that you will not want to miss out on. We're not afraid of a little chaos, and we're constantly learning. Our team cares deeply about how we build our product and how we work together, which is represented through our core values:Be Curious at Your CoreAct Like an OwnerEmpower EmployeesDeliver Best-in-Class Client ExperiencesAchieve More TogetherWe support and encourage an entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and enables the development of innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for takeoff, the organization's growth opportunities are constantly expanding. You will be surrounded by some of the best talent in the industry, who will want to learn from you, too. Come join us!The base salary range for this role is $153,000 to $204,000. 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).In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs. The benefits below reflect our US-based offerings for full-time employees; for roles in other locations, benefits vary and are shared during the hiring process. These include:Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeaveCompany-paid Life InsuranceVoluntary supplemental life insuranceShort and long-term disability insuranceFlexible Spending AccountHealth Savings AccountTuition ReimbursementAbility to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring HealthFamily-Forming support provided by CarrotPaid Parental LeaveFlexible, full-service childcare support with Kinside401(k) with a generous employer matchFlexible PTOCatered lunch each day in our office and data center locationsA casual work environmentA work culture focused on innovative disruptionCalifornia ApplicantsCalifornia Consumer Privacy ActEqual Opportunity & AccommodationsCoreWeave 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), CoreWeave 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: View email address on click.appcast.io Control ComplianceThis position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. CoreWeave may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.