Edge Compute and Data Center Architect

EDGE COMPUTE AND DATA CENTER ARCHITECT Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits. In this role, you will architect and build the compute infrastructure and connectivity backbone for a new class of AI-native metal 3D printing factories. Each node in the factory integrates dense GPU clusters and generates massive, high-frequency data streams that must be processed in real time on the edge. You will design systems spanning heterogeneous compute (CPU/GPU), high-bandwidth interconnects (e.g., NVLink, InfiniBand), and distributed data platforms to support both real-time control loops and large-scale data processing. You will oversee both on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security. This is a unique opportunity to build advanced compute systems and scale them from a single deployment into a globally distributed platform. Responsibilities: Architect and scale state-of-the-art edge compute and storage systems for a big-data infrastructure, enabling Freeform to perform real-time machine learning on the edge as well as store petabytes of physics-based data for inference Lead the design, deployment, and maintenance of on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure, ensuring high availability, scalability, and security of IT systems Optimize and manage virtualization and containerization technologies Design, implement, and manage the company's networking infrastructure, ensuring robust connectivity, performance optimization, and security across all network layers Implement and manage comprehensive security protocols to protect data, systems, and infrastructure. Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to ensure the highest levels of protection Ensure infrastructure is built and scaled with cost and resource efficiency in mind Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations for network security operations such as NIST and ITAR Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or network engineering 5+ years of enterprise level data center engineering experience Heterogenous compute/data center infrastructure experience (CPUs, GPUs, traditional servers and storage) Strong knowledge of both on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure Nice to Have: 10+ years of overall industry experience Experience with high-speed data Experience with Infiniband or similar high-bandwidth communication systems Experience scaling infrastructure for a startup environment Experience developing and implementing edge-compute capabilities such as data center infrastructure for ground stations, IoT, or similar hardware-centric operations Excellent leadership and team management skills Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Understanding of security protocols and compliance standards, such as NIST 800-171 and ITAR Location: Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, RD, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA’s deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country. Why Freeform? We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology Benefits Significant stock option packages 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options) Life insurance Traditional and Roth 401(k) Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays ... (truncated, view full listing at source)