Build Infrastructure Engineer at Anthropic

Seattle, Washington, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AI, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Expert-level proficiency with build/packaging systems (Nix, pip, uv, CMake, Bazel, Make, etc.); Nix experience is a huge plus
  • Experience managing complex builds and interacting in non-trivial ways with CI
  • Skilled in diagnosing and resolving linking issues, symbol resolution problems, and toolchain/ABI incompatibilities
  • Strong C/C++ debugging skills, especially in embedded systems or dealing with cross compiling/linking
  • Comfortable with system calls, POSIX APIs, and kernel interfaces
  • Experience with toolchain debugging tools like readelf, bloaty, c++filt, nm, etc
  • Basic knowledge of compilers (understanding passes, multiple levels of IR, operations on it, etc.)
  • Experience with cross-compilers (compiling code for target devices)
  • Experience with detailed compiler flags optimization and custom toolchain configuration
  • Understanding of linking processes, object file formats (ELF, DWARF), and ABI compatibility
  • 5+ years of experience in systems programming or infrastructure roles
  • Backgrounds in HPC, game engine development, embedded systems, OS, or compiler teams preferred
  • Strong debugging mindset with patience for complex, multi-layered issues
  • Self-directed problem solver who can navigate large, legacy codebases
  • At least a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and improve non-trivial C/C++ builds and other host-level systems
  • Specialize in build infrastructure and low-level systems optimization
  • Leverage deep technical knowledge of compilation processes, hardware-software interfaces, and build systems
  • Debug and optimize at the system level

Skills

Nix
pip
uv
CMake
Bazel
Make
C/C++
POSIX APIs
readelf
bloaty
c++filt
nm
ELF
DWARF
PyTorch
Jax

Anthropic

Develops reliable and interpretable AI systems

About Anthropic

Anthropic focuses on creating reliable and interpretable AI systems. Its main product, Claude, serves as an AI assistant that can manage tasks for clients across various industries. Claude utilizes advanced techniques in natural language processing, reinforcement learning, and code generation to perform its functions effectively. What sets Anthropic apart from its competitors is its emphasis on making AI systems that are not only powerful but also understandable and controllable by users. The company's goal is to enhance operational efficiency and improve decision-making for its clients through the deployment and licensing of its AI technologies.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$11,482.1MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Paid Vacation
Parental Leave
Hybrid Work Options
Company Equity

Risks

Ongoing lawsuit with Concord Music Group could lead to financial liabilities.
Technological lag behind competitors like OpenAI may impact market position.
Reliance on substantial funding rounds may indicate financial instability.

Differentiation

Anthropic focuses on AI safety, contrasting with competitors' commercial priorities.
Claude, Anthropic's AI assistant, is designed for tasks of any scale.
Partnerships with tech giants like Panasonic and Amazon enhance Anthropic's strategic positioning.

Upsides

Anthropic's $60 billion valuation reflects strong investor confidence and growth potential.
Collaborations like the Umi app with Panasonic tap into the growing wellness AI market.
Focus on AI safety aligns with increasing industry emphasis on ethical AI development.

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