Blaize provides a full-stack programmable processor architecture suite and low-code/no-code software platform that enables AI processing solutions for high-performance computing at the network’s edge and in the data center. Blaize solutions deliver real-time insights and decision-making capabilities at low power consumption, high efficiency, minimal size and low cost. Blaize has raised over $330 million from strategic investors such as DENSO, Mercedes-Benz AG, Magna, and Samsung and financial investors such as Franklin Templeton, Temasek, GGV, Bess Ventures, BurTech LP LLC, Rizvi Traverse, and Ava Investors. Headquartered in El Dorado Hills (Calif.), Blaize has more than 200 employees worldwide with teams in San Jose (Calif.) and Cary (N.C.), and subsidiaries in Hyderabad (India), Leeds and Kings Langley (UK), and Abu Dhabi (UAE).

OVERVIEW:

Blaize is seeking a Senior Linux Engineer to design, build, and secure the next generation of our Linux infrastructure across both on-premises and cloud environments. This is a hands-on, highly technical role, working closely with IT, Security, and Engineering teams to deliver scalable, high-performance systems that support our rapid growth. You will lead infrastructure decisions with visibility at the executive level, ensuring your work directly influences company-wide outcomes.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

8+ years in Linux systems engineering/administration
Proven success building infrastructure from the ground up
Expertise with AWS, Azure, or hybrid environments
Strong skills in automation (Ansible, Terraform) and scripting (Bash, Python)
Solid background in system security, patching, and compliance
Excellent collaboration and communication skills

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:

At Blaize, infrastructure is the backbone of everything we do. This role is critical to transforming our legacy systems into a secure, scalable, and modern environment. Your work will directly drive innovation, operational efficiency, and resilience. Whether automating core services or helping deploy a high-performance compute cluster, you’ll act as a force multiplier for engineering teams and the company.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design, deploy, and manage Linux infrastructure (cloud & on-prem)
Automate systems using Ansible, Terraform, and CI/CD pipelines
Enforce infrastructure security best practices
Partner with engineers to support high demand, evolving workloads
Troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, and improve system reliability
Mentor junior team members and maintain thorough documentation