Systems Engineer (VDI Platform)

TL;DR

Systems Engineer (VDI Platform): Designing and building a next-generation cloud-based VDI platform for internal engineering and operations teams with an accent on infrastructure-as-code, security, and OS lifecycle management. Focus on integrating Teleport, Okta, and automated image pipelines to deliver a secure, self-service remote compute environment.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from Livingston, NJ; New York, NY; Sunnyvale, CA; San Francisco, CA; or Bellevue, WA

Salary: $207,000–$275,000

Company

CoreWeave is a specialized cloud provider delivering high-performance infrastructure for AI and machine learning workloads.

What you will do

• Design and deliver the end-to-end VDI platform architecture including cloud infrastructure, access controls, and network topology.
• Integrate cloud infrastructure with Teleport and Okta SSO for secure identity and access management.
• Build and maintain Ubuntu LTS and Windows 11 base image pipelines using code-defined builds.
• Implement cost governance, idle detection, and self-service portals for instance lifecycle management.
• Manage security agent stacks and audit logging pipelines to ensure compliance and platform health.
• Sustain steady-state operations including patching, incident response, and configuration management.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. person (citizen, permanent resident, or asylee) to comply with U.S. export regulations.
• Demonstrated experience operating and automating cloud infrastructure on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Proficiency with Linux system administration and Windows 11 endpoint management.
• Hands-on experience with infrastructure-as-code and configuration management tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Chef.
• Experience building and operating OS image pipelines and integrating enterprise identity solutions.
• Strong scripting skills in Python or Bash for automation and internal tooling.

Nice to have

• Experience with Windows 11 image management and MDM/Intune enrollment.
• Familiarity with PCoIP/HP Anyware or other streaming display protocols.
• Experience with cost attribution and chargeback reporting in multi-tenant environments.
• Exposure to BlastShield or other zero-trust network access solutions.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a generous employer match.
• Flexible PTO and casual work environment.
• Comprehensive family-forming support and paid parental leave.
• Mental wellness benefits and flexible childcare support.
• Catered lunches in office locations.