Perplexity AI

AI Systems Engineer (SF or Palo Alto)

San Francisco, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Artificial Intelligence, Software EngineeringIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have experience with ML systems and some deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or ONNX, as well as a high-level familiarity with LLM architecture and its key components. Prior experience deploying reliable, distributed, real-time systems at scale is also required.

Responsibilities

The AI Inference Engineer will develop APIs for AI inference for both internal and external customers, help set up and deploy infrastructure efficiently and reliably, benchmark and reduce bottlenecks within the inference stack, and improve the reliability and observability of systems while responding to system outages.

Skills

PyTorch
TensorFlow
ONNX
ML Systems
Deep Learning
API Development
Distributed Systems
Real-time Systems
Inference Stack
Observability

Perplexity AI

Advanced answer engine providing reliable information

About Perplexity AI

Perplexity AI provides an advanced answer engine that delivers accurate and reliable responses to user queries. The platform uses current sources to ensure the information is both precise and relevant. It caters to a wide audience, including individuals looking for quick answers and businesses needing detailed information. Unlike many competitors, Perplexity AI emphasizes high-quality, source-backed answers, making it a valuable resource for users seeking trustworthy data. The company's goal is to meet the increasing demand for immediate access to reliable information, generating revenue through subscription fees, advertising, and partnerships.

Key Metrics

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
$890MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Consumer SoftwareIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Company Equity

Risks

Pending copyright infringement class action poses legal and financial challenges.
Competition from Google's AI Mode could impact user retention and market share.
Otterly.AI's brand visibility tool may pressure Perplexity to maintain high performance.

Differentiation

Perplexity AI integrates large language models with search engines for precise responses.
The platform offers an open-source environment, enhancing public access to AI tools.
Perplexity's strategic acquisition of Carbon boosts its data connectivity capabilities.

Upsides

Partnership with Tripadvisor enhances travel planning with personalized recommendations.
$500M funding round increases valuation to $9 billion, supporting growth and innovation.
Integration with FactSet attracts financial clients with enhanced data accessibility.

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