xAI .
About the Role
At xAI, we’re shaping the future of AI by ensuring our products are safe, dependable, and exceptional for users globally. As an AI Engineer & Researcher on our Product Safety team, you’ll pioneer research and develop advanced AI solutions to uphold trust and integrity at scale. This role offers an opportunity to push the boundaries of AI safety through innovative multimodal research and state-of-the-art modeling.
What You’ll Do
Spearhead research to advance multimodal AI capabilities with a focus on safety.
Innovate algorithms to optimize neural network performance while embedding robust safety measures.
Establish evaluation frameworks and benchmarks to assess and improve AI safety outcomes.
Partner with experts to integrate safety-focused AI features into high-impact, user-centric products.
Tackle complex challenges to proactively mitigate risks and maintain AI trustworthiness.
Who You Are
Experienced with safety and moderation AI models.
Experienced with large-scale machine learning systems and multimodal AI development.
Adept at designing experiments and analyzing results to refine models iteratively.
Hands-on experience with distributed training.
Proficient in Python, Jax, and Rust.
Interview Process
After submitting your application, the team reviews your CV and statement of exceptional work. If successful, you’ll be invited to a 15-minute phone interview, followed by four technical interviews: a coding assessment, a systems hands-on session, a project deep-dive presentation, and a meet-and-greet with the team. The entire process aims to be completed within one week via Google Meet.
Salary Range
$180,000 - $440,000 USD annually.
xAI is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws regarding fair employment practices.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) candidates, criminal history may be considered in relation to specific job duties, including access to confidential information, interaction with clients and colleagues, and exercising judgment.
Additional Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Technology, Information and Internet