Staff Thermal Engineer

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Staff Thermal Engineer

Staff Thermal Engineer

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4 Locations
In-Office
188K-275K Annually
Senior level
Cloud • Information Technology • Machine Learning
We empower creators and innovators with access to GPU resources they need to work more efficiently.
The Role
Design validate and optimize power delivery systems and collaborate with teams to enhance hardware designs for AI data centers.
Summary Generated by Built In
CoreWeave is The Essential Cloud for AI™. Built for pioneers by pioneers CoreWeave delivers a platform of technology tools and teams that enables innovators to build and scale AI with confidence. Trusted by leading AI labs startups and global enterprises CoreWeave combines superior infrastructure performance with deep technical expertise to accelerate breakthroughs and turn compute into capability. Founded in 2017 CoreWeave became a publicly traded company (Nasdaq: CRWV) in March 2025. Learn more at www.coreweave.com.

NÜ Metal is CoreWeave’s Hardware New Product Introduction (NPI) team a multidisciplinary group of mechanical thermal electrical and power engineers that takes new GPU and server platforms from early concept through validation integration and large-scale production across our data centers. The team bridges hardware design manufacturing partners and data center operations to de-risk new platforms early and ensure each new generation of high-density often liquid-cooled hardware lands in the fleet reliably efficiently and at scale. 

What You’ll Do

  • Own the architecture design and evolution of thermals for high-density GPU-accelerated data centers.
  • Design validate and optimize rack-level and server-level thermal solutions.
  • Partner closely with data center teams to define end-to-end thermal architecture—from building infrastructure through the rack.
  • Collaborate with world-class engineers developing next-generation AI/ML hardware platforms.
  • Advise on data center secondary loop layout commissioning and operation
  • Review and evaluate JDM/ODM thermal designs including thermal simulations; independently run simulations as needed.
  • Debug complex thermal and system-level issues incorporating learnings into future designs.
  • Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to manage heterogeneous deployments ensuring a cohesive thermal strategy across varying CDUs server platforms and facilities. 
  • Drive thermal designs from early concept through mass production.
  • Ensure designs meet high standards for efficiency safety reliability and scalability.
  • Partner with manufacturing teams to support production readiness and ramp.
  • Actively contribute to architectural discussions providing strong hardware design guidance and tradeoff analysis.
  • Mentor and support the growth of junior engineers.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of thermal management experience 
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering or a related technical field
  • Experience in heatsinks thermal interface materials liquid cooling heat exchangers and fans

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of experience designing complex thermal systems for hyperscale data centers
  • Experience in liquid cooled data center architectures including cold plates wetted material compatibility and CDUs
  • Strong thermal design expertise
  • Experience leading cross-functional design efforts in fast-paced environments
  • Strong documentation and design review practices
  • Excellent negotiation and stakeholder-management skills
  • Understanding of rack-level thermal requirements and their impact on upstream infrastructure including CDUs facility piping and chillers

The base salary range for this role is $188000 to $275000. The starting salary will be determined based on job-related knowledge skills experience and market location. We strive for both market alignment and internal equity when determining compensation. In addition to base salary our total rewards package includes a discretionary bonus equity awards and a comprehensive benefits program (all based on eligibility). 

What We Offer

The range we’ve posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of factors. These include qualifications experience interview performance and location.

In addition to a competitive salary we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs including:

  • 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 
  • Ability to Participate in Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
  • 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

Our Workplace

While we prioritize a hybrid work environment remote work may be considered for candidates located more than 30 miles from an office based on role requirements for specialized skill sets. New hires will be invited to attend onboarding at one of our hubs within their first month. Teams also gather quarterly to support collaboration.

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CoreWeave is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants and candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status or genetic information.

As part of this commitment and consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) CoreWeave will ensure that qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact: [email protected].


Export Control Compliance

This position requires access to export controlled information.  To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information applicant must either be (A) a U.S. person defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157 or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158 (B) eligible to access the export controlled information without a required export authorization or (C) eligible and reasonably likely to obtain the required export authorization from the applicable U.S. government agency.  CoreWeave may for legitimate business reasons decline to pursue any export licensing process.

Skills Required

  • 5+ years of hands-on internal power design experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or a related technical field
  • Strong expertise in power delivery and power system design
  • Experience with server platforms including power thermal mechanical and signal integrity considerations
  • Deep understanding of PCB PCBA and system-level manufacturing processes including test and validation
  • Excellent debugging skills across complex cross-disciplinary issues
  • Solid knowledge of design for manufacturability reliability and scale
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

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CoreWeave Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare StrengthHealth coverage is described as comprehensive with fully covered employee premiums for medical dental and vision plus mental‑health support via Spring Health and access to Calm. Additional protections include FSAs life insurance short‑ and long‑term disability and coverage that includes gender‑affirming care.
  • Equity Value & AccessibilityAn Employee Stock Purchase Plan offers a discounted share purchase with a look‑back feature to enhance ownership potential. This program adds meaningful long‑term value alongside base pay and bonuses.
  • Retirement SupportA 401(k) plan provides a company match to support retirement savings. This complements equity programs and other financial benefits to strengthen long‑term security.

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The Company
HQ: Livingston NJ
1450 Employees
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

CoreWeave the AI Hyperscaler™ delivers a cloud platform of cutting-edge software powering the next wave of AI. The company's technology provides enterprises and leading AI labs with cloud solutions for accelerated computing. Since 2017 CoreWeave has operated a growing footprint of data centers across the US and Europe. CoreWeave was ranked as one of the TIME100 most influential companies and featured on Forbes Cloud 100 ranking in 2024. Learn more at www.coreweave.com.

Why Work With Us

At CoreWeave we work hard have fun and move fast! Today we are a small growing team of intelligent genuine people that value different perspectives and approaches to solving complex problems. We foster an environment that champions collaboration and prioritizes innovative solutions. Here you are surrounded by the best.

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