xAI · 1 week ago
Finance Platform Engineer
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$115K/yr - $300K/yr
3+ years expxAI is on a mission to create AI systems that understand the universe and aid humanity. They are seeking a Finance Platform Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable systems for their Financial Planning & Analysis team, focusing on automating financial processes and enabling real-time insights for decision-making.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Foundational AIGenerative AIInformation TechnologyMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain FP&A platforms and tools, including data pipelines, dashboards, and automation workflows for financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Build and optimize data integration pipelines from multiple sources (ERP systems, BI tools, databases, and external APIs) to ensure accurate, real-time financial data availability
Collaborate closely with FP&A analysts, finance leaders, and cross-functional teams to understand requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions
Automate reporting processes, scenario modeling, and multi-currency/multi-entity financial planning to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort
Implement and maintain security, compliance, and performance standards for financial systems, including data governance and audit trails
Troubleshoot and resolve platform issues, monitor system performance, and drive continuous improvements to enhance reliability and scalability
Evaluate and integrate new technologies (e.g., cloud-based FP&A tools, AI-driven forecasting) to keep the platform modern and effective
Document technical designs, processes, and best practices to support knowledge sharing and onboarding
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, Engineering, or a related field
3+ years of experience in software engineering, systems engineering, or financial systems development
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, SQL, Java, or similar, with experience in data processing and automation
Strong knowledge of data integration, ETL processes, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and databases (SQL/NoSQL)
Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, or containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Background in fintech or high-growth companies
Certifications in relevant tools (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Anaplan Model Builder) are a plus
Hands-on experience with financial planning tools (Anaplan is a plus)
Familiarity with financial concepts (budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, multi-entity consolidation) and the ability to work effectively with finance stakeholders
Benefits
Equity
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short & long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Various other discounts and perks
Company
xAI
XAI is an artificial intelligence startup that develops AI solutions and tools to enhance reasoning and search capabilities.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$42.73BKey Investors
Neptune Digital AssetsSpaceXMorgan Stanley
2026-01-06Series E· $20B
2025-12-11Secondary Market· $0.3M
2025-07-13Corporate Round· $5.32B
Leadership Team
Toby Pohlen
Founding Member
Recent News
2026-01-12
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