Hardware Engineer; Metal Classic

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 is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Engineer to join our Hardware Engineering team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in the design, development, and optimization of our server hardware infrastructure. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, external vendors, and key stakeholders to deliver highly performant, reliable, and scalable hardware solutions that power Core Weave’s rapidly growing infrastructure.

• Design, develop, and optimize server hardware infrastructure to support Core Weave’s high-performance workloads.
• Develop and maintain hardware/firmware management services that ensure reliability at scale.
• Automate all aspects of the server hardware lifecycle, from provisioning and configuration to monitoring and decommissioning.
• Serve as the senior point of contact for hardware escalations and troubleshooting, driving root-cause analysis and long-term fixes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define hardware requirements, specifications, and system architecture.
• Create and maintain accurate documentation of hardware designs, specifications, test procedures, and results.
• Analyze and optimize hardware system performance, identify bottlenecks, and propose improvements to enhance efficiency and resilience.
• Establish and continuously refine processes for internal hardware testing, deployment, and performance optimization.

• Proficient in Ansible and Python, with experience programmatically interacting with server BMCs using IPMI or Redfish.
• Deep understanding of server hardware, components, and management technologies.
• Proven ability to stay current with industry technologies and trends in server and data center hardware.
• Previous experience collaborating with hardware vendors to evaluate, qualify, and deploy solutions.
• Strong passion for automation, with a commitment to automating processes comprehensively and reliably.
• Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with a bias toward systematic, data‑driven decisions.

The base salary range for this role is $109,000 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).

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
• Ability to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• 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…