Senior Network Engineer, Data Center

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 looking for an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our rapidly growing Data Center Network Engineering Team. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in designing, deploying, and managing the data center network that powers Core Weave’s AI, Hyperscale GPU cloud.

• Quickly adapt to a rapidly changing environment and learn new emerging networking technologies
• Design and deploy consistent large scale networks rapidly, leveraging automation
• Participate in peer reviews, design discussions, and architectural decisions
• Troubleshoot complex problems and support internal and external customers
• Share your knowledge and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
• Effectively collaborate across teams and areas of expertise

• 7+ years of experience as a Network Engineer
• Experience managing Hyperscale Clos fabrics
• Networking OS Experience - Cumulus Linux, Sonic, Arista EOS, Junos, Cisco NX-OS
• Expertise with major routing protocols (BGP, ISIS, OSPF)
• Experience with encapsulation protocols (EVPN/VXLAN or Geneve)
• Experience automating configuration management (Ansible, Salt Stack, home‑grown)
• Familiarity with scripting/programming (Shell, Python)
• Operational experience with Git
• Large scale network design, maintenance, and operations
• Experience leading complex projects as part of a team
• Deep understanding of TCP/IP
• Strong Linux skills

• College education in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering
• Certifications like CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA
• Experience with Kubernetes and CNIs (Calico, Cilium)

The base salary range for this role is $139,000 to $242,000. The starting salary will be determined based on job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. In addition to base salary, our total rewards package includes a discretionary bonus, equity awards, and a comprehensive benefits program (all based on eligibility).

• 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
• Participation 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

While we prioritize a hybrid work environment, remote work may be considered for candidates located more than 30 miles from an office, based on role requirements for specialized skill sets. New hires will be invited to attend onboarding at one of our hubs within their first month. Teams also gather quarterly to support collaboration.

Core Weave 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), Core Weave 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: