Browser C++ Engineer at Perplexity AI

San Francisco, California, United States

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$200,000 – $300,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AI, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

4+ years of industry experience
Strong programming skills with expertise in C++ and the Chromium codebase (Desktop or Mobile)
Interest in AI and large language models
Passion for delivering a great user experience, including building nice UI, creating good UX, and writing reusable code
Understands how to manage performance and speed
Comfortable working with a small, fast-moving team and willing to take ownership
Passion for shipping

Responsibilities

Develop a performant Chromium-based browser enjoyed by millions worldwide
Collaborate with product teams to implement novel Desktop and mobile experiences
Work with design teams to design fast and intuitive UI
Collaborate with data science and machine learning teams to instrument, analyze, and improve the end-to-end experience
Work with infrastructure and QA teams on deployment processes, including testing, release, and monitoring

Skills

C++

Chromium

UI Development

UX Design

Performance Optimization

Desktop Development

Mobile Development

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.

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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