3D Tutor / 3D Specialist

About xAI

xAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure, where all employees are expected to be hands-on and contribute directly to the company's mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are essential. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills and the ability to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

About the Role

As a 3D Specialist, you will contribute to xAI's mission by creating high-quality 3D content that supports the development of Grok's visual understanding capabilities. This role requires expertise in 3D modeling, lighting, and animation, along with a proven track record of producing polished 3D work and refined aesthetic judgment in visual composition and technical execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Use industry-standard 3D software to create assets, characters, environments, and animations according to project specifications
• Deliver high-quality work that demonstrates strong technical fundamentals and artistic sensibility
• Collaborate with technical staff to understand project requirements and iterate on deliverables efficiently
• Contribute to the development of AI visual understanding capabilities through diverse 3D content creation

Basic Qualifications

• Portfolio displaying excellence in 3D work, such as game assets, animations, architectural visualizations, or VFX shots (portfolio website, ArtStation, Sketchfab, YouTube, Vimeo, etc.)
• Strong skills in modeling, texturing, lighting, rigging, and animation
• Experience setting up environments and animating cameras
• Ability to produce clean, render-ready outputs to specification
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Fluent written and verbal English communication

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Familiarity with PBR (Physically Based Rendering) workflows
• Experience with real-time rendering pipelines
• Knowledge of procedural generation techniques
• Python coding skills

Employment Type & Location

This role may be offered as full-time, part-time, or contractor positions, depending on role needs and candidate fit. The position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere globally.

💰 Compensation not publicly listed. Market estimate for similar roles: from $80K, varying by experience and location.