Senior Software Engineer, Cloud Platform API

CoreWeave is the AI Hyperscaler, delivering a cloud platform of cutting edge services powering the next wave of AI. Our technology provides enterprises and leading AI labs with the most performant, efficient and resilient solutions for accelerated computing. Since 2017, CoreWeave has operated a growing footprint of data centers covering every region of the US and across Europe. CoreWeave was ranked as one of the TIME100 most influential companies of 2024.As the leader in the industry, we thrive in an environment where adaptability and resilience are key. Our culture offers career-defining opportunities for those who excel amid change and challenge. If you’re someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and is eager to make a significant impact, CoreWeave is the place for you. Join us, and be part of a team solving some of the most exciting challenges in the industry.  CoreWeave powers the creation and delivery of the intelligence that drives innovation. About the RoleThe API Platform team builds and maintains CoreWeave's central API platform, enabling teams across the organization to expose their services through a unified, secure gateway. They are responsible for the developer experience, security, and scalability of all public-facing APIs at CoreWeave. As a Senior Engineer on the team, you'll focus on creating robust, developer-friendly APIs and tools that make it easy for teams to onboard their services while ensuring performance and reliability. You'll work at the intersection of API design, developer experience, and platform architecture to help scale CoreWeave's growing API ecosystem.Design and develop CoreWeave's central API platform that enables teams to expose their services through a unified, secure, and monitored gatewaySupport infrastructure-as-code integrations to enable programmatic resource management, including contributions to our Terraform providerDrive architectural decisions around API authentication, rate limiting, caching strategies, and other platform-wide concernsBuild observability solutions for the API platform, including detailed metrics, logging, and tracing capabilities to help teams monitor their API performance and usageBuild and maintain comprehensive API governance tools and processes, including OpenAPI specification validation, versioning strategies, and backwards compatibility checksWork closely with our security engineering team to implement best practices for API security, performance, and reliability, ensuring our platform meets the highest industry standards.Create developer tooling and documentation that help other teams onboard their services to the API platform efficientlyMentor other engineers on API design best practices and help establish standards for APIs across the organizationInvesting in our people is one of our top priorities, and we value candidates who can bring their diversified experiences to our teams. Here are some qualities we’ve found compatible with our team. We'd love to talk about whether this aligns with your experience and interests and what you’re excited to work on next.Who You AreMinimum Qualifications7+ years of experience building and maintaining production-grade APIsStrong experience with Go programming language and its ecosystemStrong understanding of API gateway patterns, microservices architecture, and distributed systemsExperience implementing authentication, authorization, and security best practices for APIsFamiliarity with observability practices including metrics, logging, and distributed tracingExperience with KubernetesExcellent communication skills and experience collaborating with cross-functional teamsPreferred QualificationsExperience with the Kubernetes Operator pattern and building Kubernetes controllersExperience with gRPC and protocol buffer designExperience building and maintaining Terraform providersExperience with alternative IaC platforms like Pulumi or CrossplaneExperience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, etc.)Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $185K-$200K. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.What We OfferThe 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 CoreWeaveCompany-paid Life Insurance Voluntary supplemental life insurance Short and long-term disability insurance Flexible Spending AccountHealth Savings AccountTuition Reimbursement Mental Wellness Benefits through Spring Health Family-Forming support provided by CarrotPaid Parental Leave Flexible, full-service childcare support with Kinside401(k) with a generous employer matchFlexible PTOCatered lunch each day in our office and data center locationsA casual work environmentA work culture focused on innovative disruptionOur WorkplaceAt CoreWeave, we are committed to operating as a hybrid workplace, offering employees flexibility in how they structure their time between in-office and remote work. We recognize the significance of fostering connections, collaboration, and creativity within our office culture and its positive impact on our business. Our philosophy operating as a hybrid workplace underscores our dedication to enabling employees to tailor work-life balance to their individual preferences.For those who do not live within 30 miles of one of our offices, we are open to considering remote work for candidates whose skills and experience strongly align with the role. While we prioritize a hybrid work environment for most roles, we understand the importance of flexibility and are open to remote work for specific positions and specialized skill sets. Onboarding is essential to your success. New employees not based out of an office will be invited to attend onboarding training at one of our hubs within their first month of employment. We continue to foster a collaborative environment by bringing teams together quarterly.California Consumer Privacy Act - California applicants onlyCoreWeave 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: careers@coreweave.com.