WEKA is architecting a new approach to the enterprise data stack built for the AI era. The WEKA® Data Platform sets the standard for AI infrastructure with a cloud and AI-native software solution that can be deployed anywhere. It transforms legacy data silos into data pipelines that make GPUs, AI, and other performance-intensive workloads run faster, work more efficiently, and consume less energy. WEKA is a pre-IPO, growth-stage company on a hyper-growth trajectory. We’ve raised $375M in capital with dozens of world-class venture capital and strategic investors. We help the world’s most innovative enterprises and research organizations, including 12 of the Fortune 50, reach discoveries, insights, and outcomes faster and more sustainably. We’re passionate about helping our customers overcome complex data challenges to accelerate their innovation and help grow their businesses. If you share our passion, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.

Weka is looking for a motivated and experienced Infrastructure Engineer. You'll be part of the automation and infrastructure group that contains highly skilled Python programmers who develop and maintain our internal frameworks, libraries, services, and tools.

As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will be:

• Develop and maintain in-house Python libraries and frameworks for the file system platform.
• Build and enhance Python-based internal tools to streamline development processes.
• Collaborate with Engineering and DevOps teams to align development with project needs and gather requirements from stakeholders.
• Be part of the growing Infrastructure group, which stands at a critical point in all R&D processes.
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions and design decisions to improve software quality.
• Provide mentorship and technical support to engineers using in-house Python tools.
• Identify performance bottlenecks and implement optimizations in Python tools, particularly those used in high-demand file system development.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong programming skills with a focus on Python
• At least 4 years of experience in software development.
• Strong ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex coding issues
• Proven experience working with Linux system environments.
• Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with database management and optimization
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
  
  
  

Concerned that you don’t meet every qualification above?

Studies have shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every qualification specified. At WEKA, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this position but are concerned that your past work experience doesn’t match up perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway – you may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at WEKA.

WEKA is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.