Backend API Engineer for Scalable Inference

xAI; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

xAI is seeking a skilled software engineer to build their API that serves AI models to developers globally. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of Rust or C++, experience in designing reliable distributed systems, and familiarity with databases like PostgreSQL and MongoDB. The role entails owning the entire system for high-throughput inference and contributing to innovative AI solutions within a motivated team. xAI values communication and initiative, offering a flat structure and opportunities for personal growth.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of either Rust or C++.
• Experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining reliable and horizontally scalable distributed systems.
• Knowledge of service observability and reliability best practices.
• Experience in operating commonly used databases such as PostgreSQL, Clickhouse, and MongoDB.

Responsibilities

• Build the xAI API that serves models to developers worldwide.
• Own the end-to-end system responsible for high-throughput inference.

Job description

xAI is seeking a skilled software engineer to build their API that serves AI models to developers globally. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of Rust or C++, experience in designing reliable distributed systems, and familiarity with databases like PostgreSQL and MongoDB. The role entails owning the entire system for high-throughput inference and contributing to innovative AI solutions within a motivated team. xAI values communication and initiative, offering a flat structure and opportunities for personal growth.