Software Engineering Specialist - Human Data

xAI; Calgary; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company, xAI, is seeking a Software Engineering Specialist to join its Human Data team. This remote position involves creating data for training large language models while collaborating with technical experts. Successful candidates will have a solid background in software development, strong communication skills, and a passion for AI innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on software development experience.
• Proven track record in published work (e.g., GitHub).
• Strong logical reasoning and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and refine AI-generated code for efficiency & reliability.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance AI driven solutions.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in English

Industry experience in software development

Adaptability

Tools

Databases

SQL

Kubernetes

Spark

Kafka

gRPC

AWS

Job description

Software Engineering Specialist - Human Data

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About xAI

xAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge.

Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity.

We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company's mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important.

All engineers and researchers are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

About the Role

As a Software Engineering Specialist on the Human Data team, you will be responsible for creating cutting-edge data to facilitate the training of large language models. Collaborating closely with technical staff, you will contribute to datasets for model training, benchmarking, and overall advancement.

This role is a full-time remote position. Part-time may be offered on a case-by-case basis but full-time is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and refine AI-generated code, ensuring it adheres to industry standards for efficiency, scalability, and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance AI-driven coding solutions, ensuring they meet enterprise-level quality and performance benchmarks.

Key Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in English, both verbal and written.
• A minimum of 2 years of hands-on industry experience with a proven track record in software development and / or public proof of work (e.g., GitHub).
• Extensive experience with tools and systems such as Databases, SQL, Kubernetes, Spark, Kafka, gRPC, and AWS.

Preferred Qualifications

• Adaptability, strong logical reasoning, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Contributions to open source projects or high reputation on platforms like Stack Overflow, or strong programming competition performance.
• Enthusiasm for building advanced AI systems.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to learn new skills quickly and adapt to changing environments.
• For remote work, a computer capable of running Windows 10 or macOS BigSur 11.0 or later.
• This is a fully remote position.
• We cannot provide visa sponsorship.
• If in the US, hiring is not available in Wyoming and Illinois.
• You must own a smartphone with reliable access.
• Indicate your preferred work schedule (full-time or part-time). Full-time is 40 hours / week, typically 9-5 : 30pm in your timezone, with onboarding in PST. Part-time involves 20-29 hours / week, with at least 10 hours on weekdays.
• Pay ranges from $55 / hour to $65 / hour, determined case-by-case based on experience, skills, and education.
• Benefits vary by country; medical benefits may be available for full-time roles depending on residence. No benefits are offered for part-time roles.

xAI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background or criminal history, in compliance with applicable laws.

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