HPC Storage Engineer - West Coast

Storage for AI/ML workloads: checkpointing, dataset streaming, model weight distribution, GPU-adjacent data locality, GPUDirect Storage.

Kubernetes storage internals: CSI drivers, PV/PVC lifecycle, StatefulSets, local persistent volumes.

Bare-metal and colocation experience: hardware selection, vendor management, firmware, physical failure domains.

Multi-tenant environments where isolation, fairness, and QoS are hard requirements.

Experience in a fast-growing cloud or infrastructure provider.

The competitive base pay for this position ranges from ($180,000 - $260,000). This salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at Runpod and will be narrowed during the interview process based on a number of factors, including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and location

Meaningful equity in a fast-growing company- everyone on the team receives stock options — your impact drives our growth, and you share in the upside.

Generous medical, dental & vision plans

Flexible PTO- take the time you need to recharge

Most roles are remote work first with an inclusive, collaborative teams utilizing slack as the main form of internal communication

Join a passionate team on the cutting edge of AI infrastructure — where culture, learning, and ownership are at the heart of how we scale.

• $1,200 Home Office & Equipment Stipend- We set you up for success from day one with gear and support to create your ideal workspace

Runpod is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and upholding the principles of equality and respect for all individuals. We believe that diversity in all its forms enhances our team. As an equal opportunity employer, Runpod is committed to creating an inclusive workforce at every level. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We welcome every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States; however, we are currently unable to sponsor employment visas.

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