Capacity Planner, CPU

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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.

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Core Weave’s Capacity Planning team drives the strategy and execution of compute and storage supply across our rapidly scaling data center network. This team enables Core Weave’s customers to power their workloads efficiently through data‑driven forecasting, supply optimization, and partnership with cross‑functional teams across Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations.

As a CPU Capacity Planner II
, you will manage end-to-end CPU capacity planning—from forecasting and modeling demand to coordinating supply and deployment execution. You’ll ensure Core Weave’s compute infrastructure scales in lockstep with customer growth, while balancing cost, performance, and operational efficiency. This role offers a chance to shape one of the world’s fastest‑growing compute infrastructures and directly influence Core Weave’s ability to deliver at scale.

• 5–7 years of experience in capacity planning, hardware planning, or supply/demand forecasting—ideally with CPU, server, or semiconductor products.
• Understanding of CPU architectures and performance metrics (cores, TDP, cache, clock speed) and their impact on data center planning.
• Skilled in large dataset management and analysis using Excel, SQL, or Python; data visualization experience in Tableau, Looker, or Power BI.
• Proven experience coordinating with Data Center Operations on large‑scale deployments.
• Strong analytical skills with scenario‑based forecasting and what‑if modeling experience.
• Demonstrated success working cross‑functionally with Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations.
• Excellent communication and organization skills, translating data into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Experience in cloud infrastructure, hyperscale, or data center environments is a strong plus.

• Experience with CPU SKU planning, silicon lifecycle management, or supplier coordination.
• Familiarity with compute resource management and planning automation tools.

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 love using data to solve infrastructure scalability challenges.
• You’re curious about the relationship between hardware availability and AI performance at scale.
• You’re an expert in forecasting models that support high‑impact business decisions.

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!

Base salary range: $122,000 to $163,000. The starting salary will be determined based on job‑related knowledge, skills, experience,…