
About Exa
Transforming AI queries with precise search infrastructure
Key Highlights
- Raised $112.2 million in Series A funding
- Headquartered in Lower Haight, San Francisco, CA
- 21-100 employees focused on AI search technology
- Unique embeddings-based search engine eliminating AI 'hallucinations'
Exa is revolutionizing AI search infrastructure with its embeddings-based search engine, designed to enhance the accuracy of AI model responses by filtering the internet for precise knowledge. Headquartered in Lower Haight, San Francisco, Exa has raised $112.2 million in funding through several succ...
🎁 Benefits
Exa offers competitive salaries, equity options, and a flexible remote work policy. Employees enjoy generous PTO, parental leave, and a budget for pro...
🌟 Culture
Exa fosters a culture focused on innovation and precision in AI search technology. The team values collaboration and is committed to building a unique...

Forward Deployed Engineer • Mid-Level
Exa • San Francisco - On-Site
Overview
Exa is hiring a Forward Deployed Engineer to bridge the gap between engineering and sales. You'll work closely with customers and engineering teams, utilizing skills in Node.js and Rust. This role requires several years of programming experience.
Job Description
Who you are
You have several years of programming experience — you could build a server in Node.js and understand the intricacies of web infrastructure. Your background may include roles where you interacted with customers, whether as a consultant or in a service position, showcasing your ability to communicate technical concepts effectively. You are excited to wear many hats, engaging in sales, marketing, and both backend and frontend development, recognizing the importance of high-quality knowledge in today's world. You are passionate about solving complex problems and understand how technology can enhance user experiences.
Desirable
Experience in building coding tutorials or similar projects would be a plus, as would familiarity with sales processes and customer interactions. If you've taken a company from initial outreach to closing deals, that experience will serve you well in this role.
What you'll do
As a Forward Deployed Engineer at Exa, you will play a crucial role in connecting our engineering capabilities with customer needs. You will take part in sales calls, analyzing user interactions to identify ways to improve our sales pipeline. Your technical skills will be put to use as you fix bugs in both the frontend and backend systems based on customer feedback. You will also have the opportunity to build coding tutorials that demonstrate the Exa API, helping to educate our customers and enhance their experience with our products. Your work will directly impact our ability to deliver high-performance solutions to our clients.
What we offer
We provide a dynamic work environment in San Francisco, where you will collaborate with a talented team dedicated to building a cutting-edge search engine for AI applications. We are committed to supporting your professional growth and are open to sponsoring international candidates. Join us to be part of a mission-driven company that values innovation and customer satisfaction.
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