Software Engineering Specialist - Human Data

Job Description

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

About the Role and Scope

As a Software Engineering Specialist on the Human Data team, you will create 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. This is a full-time remote position.

Team members will provide services including labeling and annotating data in text, voice, and video formats to support AI model training. This may involve actively participating in gathering or providing data, such as recording audio or video sessions. Comfort and eagerness to engage in these activities are fundamental to the role, ensuring strong alignment with xAI's goals to innovate. All work is done for hire and owned by xAI.

Human Data Team's Role in Advancing xAI's Mission

As a member of the Human Data team, you will play an essential role in advancing xAI's mission by supporting the training and refinement of its AI models. The team teaches AI models about human interactions, reactions, and approaches to issues and discussions.

Responsibilities

• AI model training initiatives by curating code examples, offering precise solutions, and meticulous corrections in Python, JavaScript (including ReactJS), C/C++, Java, Rust and Go.
• 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.

Key Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in English, both verbal and written.
• Strong experience in either Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, C++, Java, Rust or Go, with a solid foundation in software development practices.
• 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).
• Demonstrates a strong capacity to quickly adapt by learning new skills and unlearning outdated ones, thriving in dynamic and changing environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.
• Extensive experience with a wide array of tools and systems such as Databases, SQL, Kubernetes, Spark, Kafka, gRPC, and AWS.
• Enthusiasm to collaboratively build the best truth-seeking AI out there!

Location, Hourly, and Other Expectations

• This position is fully remote.
• We are unable to provide visa sponsorship.
• If you are based in the US, please note we are unable to hire in the states of Wyoming and Illinois at this time.
• Team members are expected to work from 9:00 am - 5:30 pm PST for the first two weeks of training and 9:00am - 5:30pm in their own timezone thereafter.
• You must own and have reliable access to a smartphone.

Interview Process

1. You'll be invited to complete a one-hour long coding assessment in your preferred language from Python, JavaScript, ReactJS, TypeScript, Java, C++, Rust, or Go. The team will review your assessment, CV, and statement of exceptional work. Our aim is to receive your completed assessment within one week.
2. If successful, you'll proceed to two technical interviews in the same programming language as you chose in the coding assessment.

Compensation and Benefits

• The pay for this role may range from USD $50/hour - $80/hour.
• Your actual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

xAI is an equal opportunity employer.

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