Pure Math Tutor (AI)

TL;DR

Pure Math Tutor (AI): Enhancing AI technologies by providing high-quality inputs, labels, and annotations in advanced pure math topics using specialized software. Focus on selecting and solving complex problems in pure mathematics to improve AI model performance and collaborating closely with technical staff to refine annotation tools and training processes.

Location: Remote or Palo Alto, CA, USA. Must be based in the US except Wyoming and Illinois. No visa sponsorship available.

Salary: $45–$100 per hour

Company

xAI is focused on creating AI systems that understand the universe and support humanity's pursuit of knowledge, operating with a flat structure and emphasizing engineering excellence.

What you will do

• Provide input and labels on projects using proprietary software.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality curated data for AI training.
• Collaborate with technical staff to improve annotation tools and training tasks.
• Select and solve complex pure math problems from subdomains like abstract algebra, analysis, topology, and graph theory.
• Interpret and execute tasks based on instructions to support AI model development.

Requirements

• Must have a Master’s or PhD in pure mathematics or a medal in an International Math Olympiad.
• Proficiency in English reading and writing.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work autonomously with limited data.
• Must be located in the US (excluding Wyoming and Illinois) with no visa sponsorship.
• Availability to work 9:00am - 5:30pm PST during training and in own timezone thereafter.

Nice to have

• PhD with peer-reviewed pure math publications.
• Previous AI tutoring or college teaching experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Flat organizational structure with emphasis on initiative and excellence.
• Remote work option or in-office in Palo Alto, CA.
• Hourly pay with additional country-specific benefits for full-time roles.
• Strong focus on engineering excellence and communication.