Cerebras Systems

Cerebras Systems

Cluster Operations Software Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 23 days ago
PythonGoDistributed SystemsAWSGCPAzureDockerLinuxMachine LearningIncident ResponseComplianceTCP/IPCommunicationCollaboration

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About the role

  • These clusters would provide the candidate with an opportunity to work with the world's largest computer chip, the Wafer-Scale Engine (WSE), and the systems that harness its unparalleled power.
  • You will play a critical role in ensuring the health, performance, and availability of our infrastructure, maximizing compute capacity, and supporting our growing AI initiatives.
  • The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with expertise in large-scale compute infrastructure, dependable and an advocate for customer success.

Responsibilities

  • Build and own software solutions that power cluster operations, including monitoring platforms, workflow automation systems, operational dashboards, and reliability tooling.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate operational requirements into scalable O&M products and platform capabilities.
  • Develop APIs, automation services, and integrations that improve operational visibility, incident response, and fleet management across global AI infrastructure.
  • Manage and operate multiple advanced AI compute infrastructure clusters.
  • Provide 24/7 monitoring and support, leveraging automated tools and performing hands-on troubleshooting as needed.
  • Handle engineering escalations and collaborate with other teams to resolve complex technical challenges.
  • Proficient in Python and Go, with experience building operational platforms, workflow automation systems, and reliability tooling for large-scale infrastructure environments.

Requirements

  • Experience and Expertise in distributed systems is a must.
  • Extensive knowledge of Docker containers and container orchestration platforms like k8s.
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Experience with monitoring and alerting systems.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of technologies like Ethernet, RoCE, TCP/IP, etc. is desired.
  • Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).

Skills

  • Cerebras works with the leading model labs, global enterprises, and cutting-edge AI-native startups.

Benefits

  • Monitor and oversee cluster health, proactively identifying and resolving potential issues.
  • 6-8 years of relevant experience in managing and operating complex compute infrastructure, preferably in the context of machine learning or high-performance computing.

Company info

  • Build a breakthrough AI platform beyond the constraints of the GPU.
  • Publish and open source their cutting-edge AI research.
  • Work on one of the fastest AI supercomputers in the world.
  • Enjoy job stability with startup vitality.
  • Our simple, non-corporate work culture that respects individual beliefs.

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