Senior Performance Engineer

• We are seeking a highly skilled, hands-on Senior level performance engineer who thrives on deep technical challenges
• This is a full-time position where you will roll up your sleeves to perform direct performance benchmarking and system tuning, making a tangible impact on Crusoe’s global compute operations
• System Performance Benchmarking: Design and execute rigorous benchmarks to analyze system behavior, identifying bottlenecks and opportunities for performance enhancement
• Kernel Optimization: Develop and implement low-level optimizations within the Linux kernel to maximize efficiency and system throughput
• Hands-on Development: Write and maintain high-performance code using Go, C, C++, or Rust to drive infrastructure improvements
• Data Plane Tuning: Focus on data plane performance, ensuring our cloud architecture meets the high-speed requirements of modern AI workloads
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Software Infrastructure, Product, and other engineering teams to align performance initiatives with broader organizational goals
• Technical Problem-Solving: Actively troubleshoot complex system issues, applying an analytical approach to ensure reliability and scalability
• Strategic Knowledge Sharing: Contribute to team documentation and best practices, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Health & wellbeing: Comprehensive health benefits designed to support your overall wellness
• Time away: Paid time off for vacations, family bonding, and unexpected needs
• 401(k) match: Build your financial future with our 401(k) matching program
• Mental wellness: Resources and support for your emotional wellbeing and navigating life’s challenges- The ideal candidate possesses a mastery of Linux kernel systems and low-level optimization, with a collaborative mindset to drive cross-functional projects
• AI Ecosystem Familiarity: Experience or exposure to the Artificial Intelligence/Cloud ecosystem and standard industry tooling
• Linux Kernel Mastery: Deep expertise in Linux system internals and kernel-level programming is essential for this role
• Programming Proficiency: Expert-level skills in Go, C, and C++ (Rust is also a strong asset)
• Systems Performance Mindset: A proven track record of hands-on performance tuning, benchmarking, and optimization in complex environments
• Educational Foundation: A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams, communicating complex technical concepts clearly to stakeholders
• Hands-on experience with Rust development
• Prior experience working in high-scale cloud or infrastructure engineering environments
• Deep familiarity with performance-critical infrastructure components beyond the kernel layer
• Experience with specific low-level performance analysis and tracing tools