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Senior Performance Engineer: Linux Kernel & AI Infra

Crusoe

Crusoe is seeking a highly skilled Senior level performance engineer to own deep technical challenges across Linux kernel, benchmarking, and optimization for cutting-edge AI workloads. You will perform direct performance benchmarking, kernel optimizations, and hands-on development in Go, C, C++, or Rust to elevate Crusoe’s compute operations. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with Software Infrastructure and Product teams, strong problem-solving, and a commitment to operational #J-18808-Ljbffr Crusoe

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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