Senior Software Engineer, Network Datapath Monitoring/Observability

CoreWeave; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 153,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

ESPP

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) with match

Flexible PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Catered lunch in offices

Job summary

CoreWeave is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Network Datapath Team, shaping the telemetry, monitoring, and observability of our GPU cloud networking stack.

You will design, build, and maintain end-to-end network datapath visibility, collaborate across DevOps, Production, and Data Platform teams, and participate in on-call rotations to keep services reliable and scalable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years as a Software Engineer with a focus on networking and observability.
• Expertise in network protocols, routing, and security (TCP/IP, BGP, kernel networking).
• Proficiency in Golang or Python for automation and scripting.
• Experience with SDN and network virtualization.
• Experience in troubleshooting Kubernetes networking and cloud infrastructure.
• Strong problem-solving and proactive attitude.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain the network datapath monitoring and observability infrastructure for our GPU cloud services, including host networking, smart NICs, and overlay/underlay networks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of network datapath solutions.
• Participate in an on-call rotation, troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues, and provide timely support to the operations team.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest network telemetry and monitoring technologies to continually improve our networking infrastructure.
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and architecture decisions to ensure high-quality software development practices.

Skills

Networking

Golang

Python

SDN

Kubernetes

BGP

TCP/IP

Kernel networking

Cloud infrastructure

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/CE

Tools

SDN controllers

Cloud platforms

Job description

CoreWeave is The Essential Cloud for AI™. Built for pioneers by pioneers, CoreWeave 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, CoreWeave combines superior infrastructure performance with deep technical expertise to accelerate breakthroughs and turn compute into capability. Founded in 2017, CoreWeave became a publicly traded company (Nasdaq: CRWV) in March 2025. Learn more at www.coreweave.com.

What You'll Do

We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our Network Datapath Team. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining the networking software/hardware that underpins our GPU cloud services. As a Datapath Monitoring/Observability Engineer, you will focus on developing solutions and systems to provide high fidelity visibility into our services performance and fault detection through real time network telemetry and data analytic pipelines. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to optimize network performance, enhance security, and ensure the overall scalability and reliability of our cloud platform.

About The Role

• Design, develop, and maintain the network datapath monitoring and observability infrastructure for our GPU cloud services, including host networking, smart NICs, and overlay/underlay networks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, Production and Data Platform Engineers, to ensure seamless integration of network datapath solutions.
• Participate in an on-call rotation, troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues, and provide timely support to the operations team.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest network telemetry and monitoring technologies, industry trends, and best practices to continually improve our networking infrastructure.
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and architecture decisions to ensure high-quality software development practices.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Software Engineer, with a focus on networking and network observability.
• Expertise in network protocols, routing, and security (TCP/IP, BGP, kernel networking, etc.) with a preference on cloud solutions.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Golang or Python for automation and scripting.
• Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) and network virtualization technologies.
• Experience in troubleshooting k8s networking and cloud infrastructure.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude towards troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• A passion for staying updated on emerging technologies and a commitment to continuous learning.

Preferred

• Experience with k8s operators and controllers.

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 CoreWeave?

At CoreWeave, 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:

About

• 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 enables the development of innovative solutions to complex problems. As we get set for takeoff, the organization's growth opportunities 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 $153,000 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. The benefits below reflect our US-based offerings for full-time employees; for roles in other locations, benefits vary and are shared during the hiring process. These include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave
• 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

California Applicants

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Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CoreWeave 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), CoreWeave 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: [e-mail].

Export Control Compliance

This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157 or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. CoreWeave may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.

• 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C.
• 1158, (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization, or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency. CoreWeave may, for legitimate business reasons, decline to pursue any export licensing process.