xAI is seeking a Member of Technical Staff for its X Search team, focusing on building and operating a sophisticated search engine. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with search systems, machine learning, and relevant programming languages, while the role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package
Job Summary
The X Search team builds the core search engine powering discovery on X with full end-to-end ownership of the stack.
The role involves combining state-of-the-art information retrieval systems with Grok's reasoning capabilities to create intelligent search experiences.
Employees are expected to be hands-on, take full ownership of problems, and contribute directly to the company's mission in a flat organizational structure.
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xAI is seeking a Member of Technical Staff for its X Search team, focusing on building and operating a sophisticated search engine. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with search systems, machine learning, and relevant programming languages, while the role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
Salary
Base: $180,000 - $440,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Equity included in total rewards package; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, vision, dental, 401(k), disability, life insurance
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Python Go Rust programming languages
Vector databases and search indices experience
Large-scale search system development
Production machine learning systems expertise
Nice-to-have
Hands-on engineering excellence mindset
Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment
Strong communication and knowledge sharing skills
Initiative and ownership of problems
Key Requirements
Deep experience building production ML systems
Experience working with large-scale search systems