Senior Manager, Solutions Architecture

Summary

Join CoreWeave, a leading AI hyperscaler, as a Sr. Manager, Solutions Architect – HPC & Generative AI. Lead a team of Solutions Architects in designing and delivering next-generation HPC environments, focusing on Slurm, advanced networking, and GPU-based distributed workloads. Collaborate with Sales, Product, and Engineering to position CoreWeave's solutions as market-leading. Serve as an executive sponsor for strategic customers, guiding them from concept to production. Drive customer-focused innovation by partnering with clients to understand their complex requirements and translating them into effective solutions. Oversee large-scale architectural designs and ensure customer success. Continuously gather feedback to influence product enhancements and roadmap priorities. Collaborate across the organization to align capacity management and meet the unique needs of HPC and AI/ML workloads. Measure and optimize results by defining and monitoring KPIs. CoreWeave offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

• B.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field; an advanced degree is a plus
• 8+ years in solutions architecture, HPC/AI engineering, or cloud infrastructure, with a minimum of 4 years in a leadership role
• Proven track record designing, deploying, and optimizing large-scale HPC environments—particularly Slurm—and familiarity with GPU-based computing, InfiniBand, and NCCL
• Expertise in HPC frameworks, workload managers, performance tuning, and large-scale distributed computing
• Familiarity with Kubernetes
• Hands-on familiarity with AI/ML workflows, including Generative AI model training, fine-tuning, and deployment at scale
• Exceptional ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing teams, establishing an environment of trust and excellence
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with a strong capacity to frame complex technical insights for diverse stakeholders, from engineers to executives
• Proven success driving consensus in cross-functional settings, balancing multiple priorities in a hyper-growth environment

Responsibilities

• Build and Lead a High-Performing Team
• Recruit, coach, and develop a top-tier Solutions Architecture team focused on HPC (Slurm), Generative AI, and distributed AI/ML workloads
• Champion a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, ensuring each team member achieves their fullest potential
• Shape the Technical GTM Strategy
• Define and execute the technical go-to-market (GTM) vision for HPC and GenAI on CoreWeave’s cutting-edge GPU infrastructure
• Collaborate with Sales, Product, and Engineering to position our HPC and AI solutions as the market-leading choice for performance, flexibility, and scalability
• Serve as an executive sponsor for strategic customers, guiding them from concept to production deployments
• Drive Customer-Focused Innovation
• Partner with strategic clients to understand their complex HPC and AI/ML requirements—especially those leveraging Slurm, InfiniBand, and NCCL—and translate these insights into solutions that drive tangible results
• Oversee large-scale architectural designs, proof-of-concept projects, and production rollouts to ensure customer success and satisfaction
• Continuously gather feedback from the field to influence future product enhancements, feature development, and roadmap priorities
• Collaborate Across the Organization
• Align capacity management, data center operations, and fleet operations to meet the unique needs of HPC and AI/ML workloads
• Work closely with Marketing to showcase CoreWeave’s HPC capabilities and success stories, driving awareness and demand
• Coordinate with Support to optimize resolution paths for complex technical challenges, creating a seamless customer experience
• Measure and Optimize Results
• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), ensuring timely and measurable outcomes for both CoreWeave and its customers
• Identify and mitigate risks, proactively streamlining workflows and processes for maximum efficiency
• Maintain a relentless focus on continuous improvement, ensuring best-in-class experiences for customers in high-growth, high-stakes environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Passionate about pushing the boundaries of HPC and AI/ML, staying abreast of evolving technologies and industry best practices
• Eager to leave your mark on a rapidly expanding organization, driving strategies that deliver transformative value to global clients
• Willing to travel up to 30% to engage with customers, attend industry events, and nurture cross-functional collaboration

Benefits

• 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
• 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