KoBold Metals

Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Remote

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Mining, Biotechnology, Artificial IntelligenceIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have 5+ years of experience as an Infrastructure Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer, or in a similar role. Strong scripting and programming skills in Python, Go, Java, or JavaScript/Node.js are required, along with experience in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, container orchestration tools like Kubernetes and Docker, and cloud platforms such as AWS. Experience operating or administering JupyterHub in a multi-user environment and an understanding of MLOps workflows are also necessary qualifications.

Responsibilities

The Senior Infrastructure Engineer will design, build, and operate scalable and reliable compute infrastructure, embedding observability, reliability, and security into the software development process. Responsibilities include creating and maintaining automation for monitoring, deployments, and incident response, leading capacity planning and performance reviews, and participating in an on-call rotation for incident response. The role also involves developing and refining monitoring and alerting systems, establishing disaster recovery and business continuity practices, improving tools and processes for system visibility, investigating system fragility, and learning about mineral exploration through reading, discussions, and field time.

Skills

Infrastructure
Scalability
Observability
ML pipelines
Data pipelines
Cloud infrastructure
Kubernetes
Terraform
Python
Go

KoBold Metals

AI-driven mineral exploration for clean energy

About KoBold Metals

KoBold Metals focuses on discovering new deposits of essential minerals like lithium, cobalt, copper, and nickel, which are crucial for clean energy technologies. The company employs artificial intelligence to enhance the mineral exploration process, making it more efficient and predictable. Their proprietary AI tool utilizes a concept known as Efficacy of Information (EOI) to guide data collection during exploration, helping to reduce uncertainty. KoBold invests over $60 million annually in more than 60 projects across three continents, leading extensive research and development efforts in the field. Unlike traditional exploration methods, KoBold aggregates comprehensive data about the Earth's crust's physics and chemistry, allowing for a more scientific approach to mineral discovery. The company's goal is to locate and sell mineral deposits to clean energy companies, providing them with the necessary resources while maintaining a competitive advantage in the market.

Berkeley, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$909MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Energy, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition from Chinese producers may impact market share.
Aggressive expansion in Zambia exposes KoBold to geopolitical risks.
Reliance on AI technology could face challenges from technological failures.

Differentiation

KoBold Metals uses AI to discover lithium, cobalt, copper, and nickel deposits.
Their proprietary AI tool, Efficacy of Information, reduces exploration uncertainty.
KoBold aggregates comprehensive data on Earth's crust for precise mineral exploration.

Upsides

KoBold raised $537M, planning to convert projects into mining sites.
Partnerships with tech giants enhance AI capabilities in mineral exploration.
Growing demand for AI-driven tools aligns with sustainable mining practices.

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