xAI Hires Video Game Tutor for Up to $100/Hour to Train Grok in Game Mechanics and Design
Elon Musk’s xAI is hiring a full-time Video Games Tutor to help train its AI chatbot Grok. The role offers an hourly rate between $45 and $100, depending on experience. The tutor will focus on teaching Grok about video game concepts, mechanics, and design by labeling and annotating game-related content, including narratives, gameplay systems, and interactive elements. The position requires a strong background in game design, computer science, or a related field, along with hands-on experience in game development—especially in indie titles—and a portfolio showcasing relevant projects. Candidates must also demonstrate expertise in analyzing and critiquing games, with an ability to provide constructive feedback for iterative improvement. While technical qualifications are essential, xAI also values deep personal engagement with gaming. The job posting lists “dedicated a lot of time to playing video games” as a preferred qualification, reflecting Musk’s own long-standing interest in gaming. He has frequently shared livestreams of his gaming sessions, including recent ones recorded from his private jet. The role is based in Palo Alto, California, and requires in-office work five days a week, though remote work may be considered for highly self-motivated candidates. Musk has been a vocal critic of remote work, advocating for in-person collaboration. The hiring of a video game tutor is part of xAI’s broader push to enhance Grok’s understanding of complex, real-world systems. The company is currently recruiting for over 230 open positions across various fields, including AI engineers, fiber technicians, Japanese language tutors, and even a barista in Palo Alto.
