Role overview

Data Center Network Engineer

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  • Cluster fabric design — Define InfiniBand or Ethernet-based architectures for GPU clusters.
  • Network deployment — Design spine-leaf topologies and rack-level connectivity.
  • Performance optimization — Tune network performance for distributed workloads.
  • Own end-to-end network architecture for data center clusters.
  • Define topology, redundancy, and performance characteristics.
  • Select switches, optics, and cabling systems.
  • Lead network bring-up, validation, and performance testing.
  • Partner with hardware and platform teams on system-level performance.
  • Define standards for deploying networks across sites.
  • Mentor and support future team members.
  • Experience designing and operating data center or HPC networks.
  • Strong familiarity with InfiniBand, RDMA, or high-performance Ethernet.
  • Strong hands-on skills in network configuration, debugging, and performance tuning.
  • Experience owning complex systems end-to-end at a senior level.
  • Experience leading technical projects or cross-functional efforts.
  • Prior leadership or mentoring experience is a plus.
  • Competitive compensation, including meaningful equity.
  • 100% coverage of medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee and dependents
  • Flexible PTO policy including company wide Winter Break (our offices are closed from Christmas Eve to New Year's Day!)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Fertility and family-building stipend through Carrot
  • Company-facilitated 401(k)
  • Exposure to a variety of ML startups, offering unparalleled learning and networking opportunities.
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