Site Reliability Engineer, Data Center - Memphis
xAI · Southaven, MS; Memphis, TN · Memphis, TN · Southaven, MS
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At a glance
Highlights
- Lead hardware reliability for AI data center operations in Memphis.
- Validate firmware releases for compatibility, performance and safety.
- Build early-detection monitoring to minimize downtime across data center hardware.
Ideal candidate
Curious, hands-on engineer who thrives digging into ambiguous hardware failures and keeping critical AI infrastructure running. You are data-driven, collaborative, and energized by fast-paced ownership.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 2+ years of experience in hardware reliability engineering, preferably in high-performance computing or data center environments
- Proven expertise in firmware analysis, hardware specifications review, and release validation
- Strong experience with RMA processes, including filing claims, vendor negotiations, and pushing for resolutions outside standard protocols
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose and prove complex hardware failures, including grey or intermittent issues
- Familiarity with data center hardware components (e.g., servers, GPUs, networking equipment) and emerging technologies
- Proficiency in scripting (Python, Bash) for automation and analysis, plus general experience in at least one systems language (C, C++, Java, Rust, or similar)
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to reliability engineering
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including operations technicians
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About xAI
Builds AI systems to understand the universe and advance human knowledge.
Known for
- Engineering excellence focus
- Large-scale data center operations