Director of IT at Perplexity AI

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Information TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum 10+ years of IT experience, including 5+ years at director or similar level
  • At least 3 years’ experience in fast-growth technology or startup environments
  • Significant experience leading remote teams and managing large office buildouts
  • Strong leadership, project management, and business communication skills
  • Strong proficiency in macOS & GSuite environments

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute IT strategy that removes obstacles and rapidly equips teams with the tools and resources needed to achieve business goals
  • Oversee major office buildouts and implement robust IT infrastructure for new site launches and expansions
  • Lead IT roadmaps and overall management of hardware, software, tools and vendors
  • Manage vendor relationships and conduct risk assessments for technology providers, SaaS, and AI tools
  • Build, lead, and scale high-performing IT teams across local and remote offices
  • Provide effective technical support and resolve complex IT issues quickly

Skills

IT Strategy
Infrastructure Management
Vendor Management
Risk Assessment
Team Leadership
Hardware
Software
SaaS
AI Tools
Technical Support

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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