Search & Retrieval Engineer

xAI is on a mission to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. As a member of the Search & Retrieval team, you'll be at the forefront of building systems that provide AI systems and end users with instantaneous access to relevant, accurate, and up-to-date information.

The role involves developing and optimizing search indexing and retrieval algorithms, advancing retrieval augmented generation, and working closely with web crawling and data teams. You'll be deploying search systems into production and collaborating across teams to integrate search capabilities into AI models and products.

The team operates with a flat organizational structure where all employees are hands-on contributors. Leadership opportunities are merit-based, awarded to those showing initiative and delivering excellence. Strong communication skills are essential, as is the ability to concisely share knowledge with teammates.

The interview process is thorough yet efficient, typically completed within a week. It includes an initial phone screening followed by four technical interviews: a coding assessment, systems hands-on session, project deep-dive presentation, and team meet-and-greet.

The company culture values engineering excellence, curiosity, and strong prioritization skills. You'll be joining a small, highly motivated team working on cutting-edge AI technology. The role offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on challenging problems that directly impact the future of AI systems.

Working at xAI means being part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of AI technology while maintaining a commitment to equal opportunity employment and inclusive practices. The company maintains a strong stance on non-discrimination and considers candidates fairly regardless of background.