About xAI

xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge.

Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity.

We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important.

All engineers and researchers are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

About the Role

Join a dynamic team at xAI committed to shaping the personality and personalization features of Grok, our innovative AI companion. Our mission is to create an engaging, intuitive, and highly valuable experience that resonates with every user, setting a new standard for AI interaction.

As an AI Engineer specializing in Grok Personalization, you will architect and deploy cutting-edge data systems to enhance personality-driven training and personalization algorithms. You will spearhead novel approaches to advance AI capabilities, delivering a seamless and exceptional user experience that both delights and empowers. This role offers the opportunity to push the boundaries of AI technology while directly impacting the evolution of a transformative product.

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement scalable data systems to support personality and personalization training for Grok.
• Develop and refine machine learning models to elevate user engagement and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate advanced AI solutions into production environments.
• Innovate new methodologies to enhance multimodal AI functionalities and user-centric features.

Who You Are

• Expert in ML and post-training large language models.
• Proven track record building scalable ML systems to drive product growth.
• Experience in building multimodal applications is a bonus.
• Passion for making delightful consumer products with cutting edge technology.

Tech Stack

• Python
• JAX
• Rust

Interview Process

After submitting your application, the team reviews your CV and statement of exceptional work. If your application passes this stage, you will be invited to a 15 minute interview (“phone interview”) during which a member of our team will ask some basic questions. If you clear the initial phone interview, you will enter the main process, which consists of four technical interviews:

1. Coding assessment in a language of your choice.
2. Systems hands-on: Demonstrate practical skills in a live problem-solving session.
3. Project deep-dive: Present your past exceptional work to a small audience.
4. Meet and greet with the wider team.

Our goal is to finish the main process within one week. All interviews will be conducted via Google Meet.

Annual Salary Range

$180,000 - $440,000 USD

xAI is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, medical conditions, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act. 

For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:

xAI reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: 

• Access to information technology systems and confidential information, including proprietary and trade secret information, and/or user data;
• Interacting with internal and/or external clients and colleagues; and
• Exercising sound judgment.

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