xAI · 1 day ago
Software Engineer - Networking Software and Services
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$180K/yr - $440K/yrxAI is on a mission to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. As part of the Network Software and Services for AI team, you'll be responsible for building software that supports network management and drives automation solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Foundational AIGenerative AIInformation TechnologyMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Build cutting-edge software, services, and frameworks to empower Network Development Engineers
Tackle all facets of network management—metric collection, configuration, zero-touch provisioning, monitoring, and auto-remediation
Drive automation-first solutions for xAI’s production and ancillary networks
Develop extensible tools and streamline complex processes to ensure rock-solid reliability
Implement IaC best practices, enhancing deployment pipelines, and ensuring robust, secure service delivery across production environments
Qualification
Required
Strong communication skills
Strong work ethic and prioritization skills
Hands-on experience in building software and tools with extensive metrics coverage
Experience implementing IaC best practices and enhancing deployment pipelines
Experience ensuring robust, secure service delivery across production environments
Proficiency in Python
Proficiency in Go
Knowledge of TCP/IP
Knowledge of BGP
Knowledge of RDMA
Preferred
Deep experience collaborating with network engineers daily using extensive knowledge of network topologies, physical and logical, and network protocols
Expert knowledge and proven history with designing scalable and reliable software from the ground up that can build and orchestrate tens of thousands of network devices at lightning speeds
Ability to thrive in ambiguity, creating metrics that will help prioritize the focus of the team and your own
Benefits
Equity
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short & long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Various other discounts and perks
Company
xAI
XAI is an artificial intelligence startup that develops AI solutions and tools to enhance reasoning and search capabilities.
Founded in 2023
11-50 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$42.73BKey Investors
Neptune Digital AssetsSpaceXMorgan Stanley
2026-01-06Series E· $20B
2025-12-11Secondary Market· $0.3M
2025-07-13Corporate Round· $5.32B
Leadership Team
Toby Pohlen
Founding Member
Recent News
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