Member of Technical Staff

xAI is an ambitious AI company focused on creating artificial intelligence systems that can understand the universe and advance human knowledge. As a Member of Technical Staff, you'll join a small, highly motivated team operating with a flat organizational structure where excellence and initiative are rewarded with leadership opportunities.

The role involves working on cutting-edge data processing systems at a massive scale, managing cloud compute clusters, and preparing datasets for AI training. You'll be part of a team that values engineering excellence and encourages cross-functional work across multiple areas of the company.

The ideal candidate will bring strong engineering skills and demonstrated exceptional work in data processing and distributed systems. You'll be working with technologies like Python, JAX, Rust, and Spark to build petabyte-scale systems. The role requires both technical expertise and strong communication skills, as you'll be expected to share knowledge effectively with teammates.

The position is based in the Bay Area, offering a competitive salary range of $180,000 - $440,000 USD. The interview process is thorough but efficient, typically completed within a week, and includes coding assessments, systems hands-on sessions, and project presentations. Unlike other companies, xAI doesn't use recruiters - all applications are reviewed directly by technical team members, ensuring a focus on genuine technical capability and exceptional work.

Join xAI if you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of AI technology, thrive in a flat organizational structure, and want to contribute directly to understanding the universe through advanced AI systems. The role offers the unique opportunity to work on challenging problems with a team that values initiative, excellence, and direct contribution to the company's ambitious mission.