Senior Infrasctucture Engineer

The Senior Infrastructure Engineer at Crusoe is primarily responsible for managing day-to-day operations of the company’s cloud infrastructure. This includes developing automation tools for server provisioning, troubleshooting hardware issues, and transitioning to Kubernetes. You’ll also be scaling the infrastructure for mass deployments, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.

To thrive as a Senior Infrastructure Engineer at Crusoe, candidates should have solid hardware experience, especially with GPU troubleshooting, along with a strong Linux background. Proficiency in Kubernetes, Docker, and familiarity with server provisioning tools like PXE is essential. Candidates should also demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and effective communication abilities.

As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer at Crusoe, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, including automation tools for server provisioning, Kubernetes, Docker, and various enterprise-grade server management systems. You'll also work with Python or Golang for scripting and automation purposes.

Working at Crusoe provides a unique chance to be part of a company that is not only focusing on innovative AI-first cloud infrastructure but also committed to environmental sustainability. You’ll collaborate with a world-class team, engage in meaningful projects, and play an integral role in how technology meets climate responsibility.

Employees at Crusoe, including Senior Infrastructure Engineers, enjoy a hybrid work schedule, competitive pay with restricted stock options, comprehensive health insurance packages, generous PTO, and multiple other benefits like tuition reimbursement and contributions to HSA accounts. These packages are designed to support both your personal and professional growth.

When troubleshooting hardware issues, particularly with GPUs, I follow a systematic approach starting with identifying the symptoms, checking logs, and running diagnostics. I prioritize resolving issues that could impact workflow and collaborate with vendors if external support is needed.

I have actively utilized Infrastructure as Code to automate server provisioning using tools like Terraform and Ansible. This approach allows for consistent deployments and enhances collaboration within cross-functional teams, minimizing manual errors and improving efficiency.

To scale cloud infrastructure effectively, I rely on monitoring metrics to anticipate growth, implementing automation tools for rapid server provisioning, and ensuring efficient resource allocation. For large deployments, I develop scripts that facilitate mass server management while maintaining high availability.

Transitioning to Kubernetes involves several key steps: assessing workloads to identify containerization opportunities, creating a robust plan for migration, utilizing CI/CD pipelines for deployment automation, and conducting thorough testing to ensure reliability post-migration.

I prioritize security by implementing best practices such as regular vulnerability assessments, utilizing role-based access controls, and applying automated updates to ensure all systems run on the latest security patches. This creates layers of defense against potential threats.

One challenging project involved migrating legacy systems to a cloud-native architecture without downtime. Through careful planning, extensive testing, and by leveraging Kubernetes for orchestration, we successfully completed the migration, increasing performance while ensuring data integrity.

I have a strong background in utilizing automation tools like Ansible and Terraform to create scalable, repeatable processes within cloud infrastructure management. This experience has significantly reduced our SLA times and improved operational efficiency across deployments.

I stay updated with new technologies by actively participating in webinars, following relevant tech blogs, engaging in online forums, and attending industry conferences. This continuous learning ensures I can bring the latest innovations to our projects.

I have hands-on experience with containerization technologies such as Docker. I have built, deployed, and managed containers to streamline applications and enhance resource efficiency, which is crucial in a microservices architecture.

Collaboration is critical in cloud infrastructure projects. I believe in fostering open communication across teams to share insights and overcome challenges collectively, which leads to more effective solutions and faster project delivery.