Hardcore Engineer - Infrastructure/Supercomputing @ XAI
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About xAI
xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity. Our small, highly motivated team values engineering excellence and hands-on contribution in a flat organizational structure.
About the Role
Join our cutting-edge team at xAI as a Hardcore Engineer - Infrastructure & Supercomputing. You will design and build the backbone of next-generation AI infrastructure, tackling complex challenges in large-scale distributed systems, GPU optimization, and machine learning frameworks to accelerate human scientific discovery.
Location
This role is based in the Bay Area (San Francisco and Palo Alto). Candidates should be local or open to relocation.
What You’ll Do
- Design and implement a large-scale distributed system for a supercomputing cluster.
- Profile, debug, and optimize performance across GPUs, Linux kernel, networking, and filesystems.
- Collaborate on hardware, software, and algorithm co-design for AI training.
- Maintain and innovate the codebase for scalability and reliability.
- Develop tools to boost team productivity and streamline workflows.
Tech Stack
Languages: Rust, C++, Golang
Ideal Experiences
- Experience with scalable containerized applications in Rust.
- Managing compute fleets using Pulumi, Terraform, Ansible, or similar automation tools.
- Collaboration in a fast-paced, open environment to design and ship features.
Interview Process
- Application Review: Submit your CV and statement of exceptional work.
- Phone Interview (45 minutes): Discuss background, accomplishments, and motivation.
- Main Interview Process including coding assessments, a systems hands-on session, and a project deep-dive.
Salary & Benefits
Annual Salary Range: $180,000 - $440,000 USD. Benefits include equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, disability and life insurance, plus various discounts and perks.
Equal Opportunity
xAI is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
Key skills/competency
Hardcore Engineer - Infrastructure & Supercomputing: distributed, Rust, C++, Golang, optimization, supercomputing, containerization, automation, debugging, scalability
How to Get Hired at XAI
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research xAI's culture: Understand their mission and team dynamics.
- Customize your resume: Highlight distributed systems and Rust experience.
- Showcase coding skills: Prepare samples in C++, Rust, or Golang.
- Practice technical interviews: Focus on debugging and optimization problems.