Software Engineering Specialist, xAI
Human Data
The pay for this role may range from $55/hour - $65/hour
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Building artificial intelligence
Open for applications
Building artificial intelligence
1001+ employees
Open for applications
The pay for this role may range from $55/hour - $65/hour
More information about location
1001+ employees
Company mission
To build AI systems that can help humanity understand the world better.
Role
Who you are
- Advanced proficiency in English, both verbal and written
- Strong experience in either Python or JavaScript, with a solid foundation in software development practices. Please note that for those with experience in only JavaScript, experience with ReactJS is preferred but not required. Knowledge of other languages is a strong plus.Strong grasp of computer science fundamentals like data structures, algorithms, and debugging skills
- A minimum of 2 years of hands-on industry experience with a proven track record in software development and/or public proof of work (such as on GitHub)
- Extensive experience with a wide array of tools and systems such as Databases, SQL, Kubernetes, Spark, Kafka, gRPC, and AWS
- Demonstrates a strong capacity to quickly adapt by learning new skills and unlearning outdated ones, thriving in dynamic and changing environments
- For those who will be working from a personal device, please note your computer must be capable of running Windows 10 or macOS BigSur 11.0 or later
- You must own and have reliable access to a smartphone
Desirable
- The ideal candidate for this role is adaptable, possesses strong logical reasoning skills, is detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced work environment
- Evidence of meaningful contributions to open source projects or high reputation on platforms like Stack Overflow or evidence of strong performance in programming competitions
- Enthusiasm to collaboratively build the best truth-seeking AI out there!
What the job involves
- As a Software Engineering Specialist on the Human Data team, you will be responsible for creating cutting-edge data to facilitate the training of large language models
- Collaborating closely with technical staff, you will contribute to datasets for model training, benchmarking, and overall advancement
- AI model training initiatives by curating code examples, offering precise solutions, and meticulous corrections in Python, JavaScript (including ReactJS), C/C++, and Java
- Evaluate and refine AI-generated code, ensuring it adheres to industry standards for efficiency, scalability, and reliability
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance AI-driven coding solutions, ensuring they meet enterprise-level quality and performance benchmarks
- The Software Engineering Specialist - Human Data role is a full-time remote position. Part-time may be offered on a case-by-case basis but full-time is strongly preferred
- Full-Time (40 hours per week): Full-time schedules are 9-5:30pm in your local time zone. The first week will be 9-5:30pm PST for onboarding
- Part-Time (20-29 hours per week): While hours are flexible around your schedule, you must be committed to working at least 20 hours per week (with at least 10 of these hours worked on weekdays) and no more than 29 hours per week
Application process
- Please indicate your interest in either full-time, part-time, or either in the application
Our take
xAI is Elon Musk's venture into the world of artificial intelligence, and like all things Musk, it's going big. Its setting out to build AI that helps humanity understand the universe and its starting with Grok, its conversational AI chatbot already integrated into X (formerly Twitter). With access to real-time data and a powerful ecosystem of Musk-led companies, xAI is certainly pushing towards artificial general intelligence at serious scale.
Like all bold ventures, xAI has faced its share of controversy, from questions about regulation to the overlap across Musk's businesses. But fans are still seeing the bigger picture: an interconnected tech ecosystem where AI, social media, and space exploration feed into one another.
Recently, the company made headlines with its massive "Colossus" supercomputer project, powered by tens of thousands of Nvidia GPUs. While the data center's temporary power setup has faced environmental scrutiny, the scale of ambition is certainly undeniable. From launching tap-to-pay features on X to building one of the most powerful AI training systems on Earth, xAI is moving fast.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)
Dec 2024
$6bn
SERIES C
May 2024
$6bn
SERIES B
Total funding: $12.1bn
Company benefits
- Health and wellness: Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage
- Life and family: Life and AD&D insurance and fertility benefits to ensure our team’s well-being and peace of mind
- Flexible vacation: We work hard but avoid burn out. Take time off when you need it
- Visa sponsorship: We support international talent with visa sponsorship to join our team
- 401(k) plan: Retirement savings plan to secure your financial future
Company HQ
Downtown, Burlingame, CA
Leadership
Elon Musk
(Founder)Founder, Chairman, CEO, and CTO of SpaceX. CEO and Product Architect of Tesla. Chairman and CTO of X Corp, founder of the Boring Company, co-founder of Neuralink and OpenAI, and president of the Musk Foundation.
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