Business Expert - Human Resources & Talent
As a Business Expert - Human Resources & Talent on the Human Data Team at xAI, you will contribute to creating cutting-edge datasets to advance Grok's capabilities. Collaborating closely with technical staff, you'll support xAI's mission through labeling and annotating data in multiple formats. You will leverage your expertise in talent management, organizational development, and employee experience to support the training of advanced AI systems. This fast-paced role requires adaptability, attention to detail, and the ability to follow evolving instructions to deliver impactful data.
Key responsibilities include working on human resources and talent problems from real-world business scenarios that align with your expertise, providing accurate solutions, detailed annotations, and model critiques where you can confidently evaluate responses. Examples include talent acquisition strategy, compensation benchmarking, performance management design, employee relations cases, and organizational design scenarios. You will utilize proprietary software to provide accurate input and labels to deliver high-quality data, collaborate with technical staff to improve the design of efficient annotation tools, and interpret, analyze, and execute tasks based on evolving instructions, maintaining precision and adaptability.
The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of practical HR or talent experience in hands-on roles such as talent acquisition, compensation, employee relations, or HR business partnering. Proficiency in HRIS and talent platforms (e.g., Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, BambooHR) and compensation tools (e.g., Radford, Payscale) is essential. Strong judgment in evaluating sensitive people issues, policy decisions, and organizational dynamics is required. Additionally, the candidate should have the ability to navigate HR resources such as employment laws, compensation benchmarks, employee handbooks, and engagement survey data. Proficiency in reading and writing informal and professional English, along with strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills, is necessary. Excellent reading comprehension and the ability to exercise autonomous judgment with limited data are also important. A passion for technological advancements and innovation in business is highly valued.
Compensation for US-based candidates ranges from $45/hour to $100/hour, depending on factors including relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, and qualifications. Benefits vary based on employment type, location, and jurisdiction. For eligible U.S.-based positions, benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave. Specific details and role-specific information will be provided during the interview process.
xAI operates with a flat organizational structure, where all employees are expected to be hands-on and contribute directly to the company's mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. The company values a strong work ethic, prioritization skills, and effective communication. Employees are encouraged to challenge themselves and thrive on curiosity, fostering an environment of continuous learning and growth.