Exceptional Software Engineer

SpaceXAI; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 440,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Medical insurance

Vision and dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

SpaceXAI is a lean, high‑ownership team in Palo Alto seeking exceptional software engineers who thrive on curiosity and meritocracy. You will tackle the most critical product or technical challenge at any given time, delivering tangible impact through hands‑on contributions.

Before an offer, you will gain clarity on your first project and demonstrate the ability to prioritize effectively while communicating concisely with teammates.

Qualifications

• Belief in truth-seeking AI as the most important and challenging problem.
• Pride in work and meritocratic environment.
• Exceptional software engineer.

Responsibilities

• You will work on the most critical product or technical challenge at any given time.
• You will get clarity on your first project before an offer.

Skills

Exceptional software engineer

Job description

SpaceXAI’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 employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• You will work on the most critical product or technical challenge at any given time.
• You will get clarity on your first project before an offer.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• You believe truth-seeking AI is the most important and challenging problem.
• You take pride in your work and thrive in meritocratic environments.
• You are an exceptional software engineer.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

$180,000 - $440,000 USD

Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at SpaceXAI, which also includes equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks.

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