Staff Engineer, Communications
TrueMLFull Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates must possess deep experience collaborating with network engineers, demonstrating extensive knowledge of network topologies and protocols. Expertise in designing scalable and reliable software from the ground up, capable of orchestrating tens of thousands of network devices at high speeds, is essential. The ability to thrive in ambiguity and create metrics for team and personal focus is also required. Proficiency in Python, Go, TCP/IP, BGP, and RDMA is necessary.
The Software Engineer will build cutting-edge software, services, and frameworks for network management, including metric collection, configuration, zero-touch provisioning, monitoring, and auto-remediation. They will develop extensible tools, streamline complex processes, and ensure reliability for xAI's production and ancillary networks. Responsibilities include building software with extensive metrics coverage for large GPU supercomputing network fabrics and implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices to enhance deployment pipelines and ensure secure service delivery.
AI tools for research and information retrieval
x.ai develops AI tools aimed at enhancing research and information retrieval. Their main product, Grok, is designed to answer a variety of questions, including unconventional ones that other AI systems might not handle. Grok provides real-time knowledge, making it a useful resource for researchers, academics, and professionals who need quick access to relevant information. Unlike competitors, Grok stands out for its ability to suggest questions and provide nuanced answers, catering to a diverse range of inquiries. The goal of x.ai is to empower users by streamlining their research processes and fostering innovation through reliable information access.