Vast.ai · 3 weeks ago
C++ Software Engineer — Systems
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $180K/yrVast.ai is a company focused on democratizing and decentralizing AI computing. They are seeking a Systems Software Engineer to improve the performance, reliability, and capability of their infrastructure and containerization technologies.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingSemiconductorAI InfrastructureGPUMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Expand and extend our GPU cloud daemon
Design and deploy market-based resource management systems
Harden code and infrastructure to meet zero‑trust standards
Benchmark, profile, and eliminate bottlenecks across hypervisor, container, and network layers
Qualification
Required
Strong programming skills in at least one language, ideally C++
Extensive knowledge of Linux kernel internals, containerization technologies, and virtualization
Deep understanding of workload and network isolation techniques in multi-tenant environments
Experience in securing and hardening cloud infrastructure, particularly in environments with untrusted workloads
Strong background in workload and network isolation, network security, and cloud-native security practices
Experience with GPU programming and an understanding of GPU-specific security concerns
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) with company match
Meaningful early-stage equity
Onsite meals, snacks, and close collaboration with founders/tech leaders
Ambitious, fast-paced startup culture where initiative is rewarded
Company
Vast.ai
Vast is the infrastructure layer where AI agents autonomously design, procure, and optimize their own compute.
Founded in 2016
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$4MKey Investors
DRW Venture Capital
2024-07-12Seed· $4M
Leadership Team
Travis Cannell
CMO
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