xAI
xAI is currently hiring for 8 data science, machine learning and AI roles, mostly for data engineers, machine learning engineers and analytics engineers. Openings are based in Palo Alto. The skills xAI asks for most often are AI, Python, Kafka and Spark. Hiring teams include Engineering, Information Technology and Infrastructure. Across 8 listings that published pay, the median advertised base salary is $310k a year. We've listed 9 roles at xAI since May 2026.
At a glance
- Website
- x.ai
- Teams
- Engineering (5) · Information Technology (1) · Infrastructure (1) · Product (1)
- Seniority
- Mid (3) · Senior (2)
- Locations
- Palo Alto (8)USA (8)
- Remote
- 0 of 8 open roles
- Advertised pay
- $310k median · $248k–$310k typical (8 listings, annual USD)
- On the board since
- May 2026 · 9 roles listed
8 roles at xAI
Past roles at xAI
Positions we’ve listed that are now closed — kept for reference.
Working at xAI: common questions
Is xAI hiring data scientists right now?
Yes — xAI has 8 open data science, machine learning or AI roles on the board. The most recent was posted on September 8, 2026.
What kind of data roles does xAI hire for?
Current openings break down as Data Engineer (2), Machine Learning Engineer (2) and Analytics Engineer (1). They sit in teams such as Engineering, Information Technology, Infrastructure and Product.
What skills does xAI look for?
The most requested skills are AI, Python, Kafka, Spark, Data Pipelines and Distributed Systems. AI appears in 8 of 8 listings.
Does xAI offer remote data jobs?
None of xAI's current data roles are marked remote — they are based in Palo Alto.
Where is xAI hiring?
Open roles are based in Palo Alto.
What seniority levels does xAI hire at?
By seniority, openings are mid (3) and senior (2).
How much does xAI pay data scientists?
Across 8 listings that published a salary, the median advertised base pay is $310k a year, with most falling between $248k and $310k. Figures are converted to annual US dollars and reflect advertised ranges, not confirmed offers.