Hardware Engineer - Liquid Cooling

Core Weave is The Essential Cloud for AI. Built for pioneers by pioneers, Core Weave 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, Core Weave combines superior infrastructure performance with deep technical expertise to accelerate breakthroughs and turn compute into capability.

Founded in 2017, Core Weave became a publicly traded company (Nasdaq: CRWV) in March 2025. Learn more at

What You'll Do:

Core Weave is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Infrastructure/Hardware Engineer to join our Hardware Engineering team, reporting to the Hardware Engineering Manager. In this role, you will play a crucial part in the design, development, and optimization of our liquid cooling hardware infrastructure. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, external vendors, and stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of highly performant and reliable hardware solutions.

About the role:

Responsibilities:

* Develop and maintain hardware/firmware management services.

* Automate all aspects of the liquid cooling hardware lifecycle.

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define liquid cooling hardware requirements, specifications, and system architecture.

* Create and maintain accurate documentation of liquid cooling hardware designs, specifications, test procedures, and results.

* Analyze and optimize the performance of liquid cooling hardware systems, identify bottlenecks, and propose improvements for enhanced efficiency.

* Establish processes for internal liquid cooling hardware testing, deployment, and performance optimization.

* Optimize,test, and support rack-level liquid cooling solutions, including in-rack CDU (Coolant Distribution Unit) configurations.

* Work with liquid-to-air sidecars and remote CDUs to manage heat rejection and optimize thermal performance.

* Collaborate with data center facilities teams to integrate liquid cooling systems into broader infrastructure designs.

* Develop and implement monitoring, alerting, and control systems for liquid cooling components (e.g., pumps, valves, flow sensors).

* Interface with server vendors and OEMs to validate compatibility of hardware with liquid-cooled chassis and configurations.

Who You Are:

Must have at least 4 years professional experience:

* Hands-on experience with in-rack CDUs, liquid-to-air heat exchangers, or end-of-row cooling units.

* In-depth knowledge of server hardware, components, and management technologies.

* Strong understanding of data center thermal design principles, including air and liquid cooling fundamentals.

* Familiarity with coolant types, thermal transfer mechanisms, and leak detection/mitigation techniques.

* Proficiency in ansible/python and experience with programmatically interacting with hardware using IPMI, SSH, or Redfish (preferably Redfish).

* Proven ability to collaborate with hardware and facility engineering teams to deliver integrated cooling solutions.

* Strong passion for automation and infrastructure scalability, with a commitment to continuous improvement.

* Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

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 Core Weave?

At Core Weave, 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 Core

* Act Like an Owner

* Empower Employees

* Deliver Best-in-Class Client Experiences

* Achieve More Together

We support and encourage an entrepreneurial outlook and independent thinking. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration and provides the opportunity to develop innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for take off, the growth opportunities within the organization 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 $120,000 to $242,000. 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).

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…