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This architecture allows Cerebras to deliver industry-leading training and inference speeds; over 10 times faster than GPU-based hyperscale cloud inference services. \nThis order of magnitude increase in speed is transforming the user experience of AI applications, unlocking real-time iteration and increasing intelligence via additional agentic computation.\nCerebras works with the leading model labs, global enterprises, and cutting-edge AI-native startups. OpenAI recently announced a multi-year partnership with Cerebras, to deploy 750 megawatts of scale, transforming key workloads with ultra high-speed inference.\nAbout The Role\nWe are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Linux / Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain robust IT and network infrastructure across our manufacturing facilities. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Linux systems administration (Red Hat / Rocky Linux), network security (Palo Alto firewalls), storage infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins), and infrastructure automation (Ansible). This role sits at the intersection of enterprise IT and plant-floor operations, and is critical to delivering the high availability, security, and performance that modern manufacturing environments demand.\nResponsibilities\nDesign, deploy, and maintain LAN/WAN network infrastructure spanning manufacturing plants, warehouses, cloud providers, and corporate sites.\n\nImplement and manage high-speed core switching at 10G and 100G using Arista, Juniper, and other enterprise switching platforms; ensure scalable, resilient fabric design.\n\nConfigure, troubleshoot, and optimize Layer 2/3 networking (LACP, VLANs, BGP) and security controls (Palo Alto firewalls, VPNs, NAC, IDS/IPS); manage ISP link failover and path redundancy.\n\nDeploy, configure, and maintain Linux servers (Red Hat / Rocky Linux) using automation tools including Ansible, MAAS, Foreman, and custom scripting to ensure consistent, repeatable provisioning.\n\nMonitor network and system performance - uptime, latency, bandwidth utilization, and capacity - across all sites; proactively detect and resolve issues before they impact\n\nDesign and maintain redundancy, failover, QoS, and traffic engineering strategies to support 24/7 manufacturing operations and minimize unplanned downtime.\n\nManage structured cabling, Wi-Fi 6/6E wireless infrastructure, and ruggedized networking hardware suited for plant-floor environments.\n\nPartner with engineering, automation, OT, and IT security teams to ensure secure and reliable connectivity for production and operational systems.\n\nLead and contribute to greenfield and brownfield IT/OT modernization projects, including network redesigns for new equipment rollouts and facility expansions.\n\nOwn network documentation including topology diagrams, IP address management (IPAM), and standard operating procedures; keep them current as infrastructure evolves.\n\nProvide Tier 2/3 support for network and Linux system incidents at manufacturing sites; participate in on-call rotation for production-critical issues.\n\nRequirements\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.\n\n4+ years of experience in network and Linux infrastructure engineering, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.\n\nDeep Linux expertise with Rocky Linux / RHEL, including administration of core infrastructure services: DNS, DHCP, and network storage (NFS).\n\nHands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks firewalls, including policy management, threat prevention, and configuration of active/standby ISP failover links.\n\nDemonstrated ability to automate infrastructure at scale; proven track record applying Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices using Ansible, Terraform, or equivalent tooling.\n\nStrong knowledge of networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), switching, and network security.\n\nExperience with enterprise network vendors including Cisco, Arista, and Juniper; familiarity with ruggedized industrial switches (Hirschmann, Cisco IE series, or similar).\n\nKnowledge of cybersecurity best practices aligned with NIST frameworks.\n\nExperience with wireless networking (Wi-Fi 6, cellular/private LTE) in industrial or plant-floor settings.\n\nExperience with network monitoring and observability platforms (Grafana, Zabbix, or similar) and on-call alerting integrations such as PagerDuty.\n\nAbility to review data center and plant-floor physical designs; experience collaborating with cabling vendors and server rack build teams to implement structured cabling best practices.\n\nComfortable working on the plant floor alongside cross-functional teams including maintenance, engineering, and operations.\n\nStrong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.\n\nAble to participate in on-call rotation and respond to after-hours production-critical incidents.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with Python scripting for network automation, configuration management, and compliance reporting.\n\nExperience with cloud connectivity and hybrid network architectures (AWS, Azure, or GCP) in manufacturing contexts.\n\nFamiliarity with MES platforms and their integration with enterprise IT systems.\n\nKnowledge of structured cabling standards (TIA-568, IEC 11801) and data center operations within manufacturing environments.\n\nExperience with SD-WAN solutions for multi-site manufacturing connectivity.\n\nWhy Join Cerebras\nPeople who are serious about software make their own hardware. At Cerebras, we have built a breakthrough architecture that is unlocking new opportunities for the AI industry. With dozens of model releases and rapid growth, we’ve reached an inflection point in our business. Members of our team tell us there are five main reasons they joined Cerebras:\nBuild a breakthrough AI platform beyond the constraints of the GPU.\n\nPublish and open source their cutting-edge AI research.\n\nWork on one of the fastest AI supercomputers in the world.\n\nEnjoy job stability with startup vitality.\n\nOur simple, non-corporate work culture that respects individual beliefs.\n\nFind out more about what it's like to work at Cerebras here!\nApply today and become part of the forefront of groundbreaking advancements in AI!\nCerebras Systems is committed to creating an equal and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate different backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe inclusive teams build better products and companies. We try every day to build a work environment that empowers people to do their best work through continuous learning, growth and support of those around them.\nThis website or its third-party tools process personal data. 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