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x.ai

Lead Engineer

x.ai

. Lead a team of AI Tutors responsible for delivering training data and evaluations for SpaceXAI’s models .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $104,000 - $170,400 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead a team of AI Tutors responsible for delivering training data and evaluations for SpaceXAI’s models
  • Own end-to-end quality and delivery for assigned Human Data projects
  • Personally review work for accuracy, consistency, guideline adherence, and high-quality data production
  • Lead, coach, and performance-manage AI Tutors, including performance reviews, records, action plans, shadow sessions, and continuous improvement
  • Oversee and participate in labeling and reviewing tasks
  • Manage taxonomies and quality assurance processes
  • Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks and implement process improvements
  • Track performance through KPI dashboards, including quality metrics, throughput, and send-back rates
  • Build, update, and deliver training materials, practice tasks, and certification benchmarks
  • Manage certifications and workforce adjustments
  • Collaborate with Human Data Managers, Team Leads, and Engineering to translate model needs into labeling strategies and requirements
  • Coach and develop talent while supporting accountability and disciplinary actions as needed
  • Document outcomes and report project status, risks, and results
  • Represent tutors and foster collaboration across the Human Data organization

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Civil, Environmental, or a closely related engineering field
  • 2+ years of professional experience in engineering practice, such as design, analysis, testing, R&D, or systems integration, OR a Master's degree or higher in an engineering or engineering-related field
  • Basic understanding of AI and machine learning concepts and how high-quality training data impacts model performance
  • Candidates must be based in one of the listed countries where SpaceXAI has a physical office; remote work is also possible
  • Preferred: advanced degree or professional licensure (PE or FE/EIT)
  • Preferred: experience with data quality metrics, annotation processes, and guideline-driven workflows
  • Preferred: breadth across multiple engineering disciplines
  • Preferred: experience with performance management, coaching, training program development, and certification frameworks
  • Preferred: 1+ years of hands-on experience in data labeling, annotation, AI training/evaluation, content quality, or similar operational domains
  • Preferred: professional experience building scalable, high-performance technology applications
  • Preferred: previous experience leading small teams in data labeling, annotation, or related operations
  • Preferred: ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and prioritize effectively
  • Preferred: strong track record of reviewing domain work, ensuring data quality, and improving operational processes
  • Preferred: proficiency in data analysis and associated tools; SQL is a plus
  • Preferred: experience managing mixed employment types or distributed teams
  • Preferred: excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Preferred: strong organizational skills, attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and continuous improvement mindset
  • Preferred: strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution
  • Preferred: specialty or strong domain expertise in Finance, STEM, Coding/Software Engineering, or other technical fields
  • Preferred: passion for building high-performing teams and scaling Human Data operations

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Equity
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Various other discounts and perks
  • Health insurance for eligible U.S.-based positions
  • Paid sick leave for eligible U.S.-based positions