xAI · 2 weeks ago
Member of Technical Staff, World Model
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$180K/yr - $440K/yrxAI is dedicated to creating AI systems that enhance understanding of the universe. The role of Member of Technical Staff, World Model involves developing real-time video and multimodal world models, focusing on data quality, evaluation frameworks, and state-of-the-art algorithms.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Foundational AIGenerative AIInformation TechnologyMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Creating and driving agendas to advance real-time world simulation capabilities
Improving data quality, developing data filtering/generation techniques, and performing data study
Creating evaluation frameworks and internal benchmarks
Designing and implementing effective and efficient algorithms for achieving state-of-the-art model performance
Qualification
Required
Strong communication skills
Ability to concisely and accurately share knowledge with teammates
Track record in leading studies that significantly improves the capability and performance of neural networks
Experience in data-driven experiment designs and systematic analysis for iterative model debugging
Experience in developing or working with large-scale distributed machine learning systems
Ability to do whatever is necessary to deliver the best end-to-end user experience
Experience in graphics engines and rendering techniques is considered an advantage
Creating and driving agendas to advance real-time world simulation capabilities
Improving data quality, developing data filtering/generation techniques, and performing data study
Creating evaluation frameworks and internal benchmarks
Designing and implementing effective and efficient algorithms for achieving state-of-the-art model performance
Proficiency in Python
Experience with Jax
Experience with Rust
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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