Sudarshan Kamath, the founder of Smallest AI, is stepping up to recruit talent from Meta’s recent layoffs. His company is situated in San Francisco and he is keen on hiring employees affected by the layoffs in Meta’s AI division. This decision comes as Meta announced the termination of approximately 600 positions, particularly from the Fundamental Artificial Intelligence Research unit (FAIR) and other product-related sectors.
Job Opportunities for Laid-Off Meta Employees
This morning, Kamath publicly invited laid-off workers to apply for roles at Smallest AI. The announcement coincided with Meta’s disclosure of the layoffs. Kamath stated, “Laid off from Meta? We are hiring in the speech team for Smallest AI in San Francisco!”
Compensation and Requirements
Kamath is offering competitive salaries, ranging from $200,000 to $600,000 as a base salary, plus equity options. A base salary at the higher end would mean earning significantly over half a million dollars annually.
- Salary Range: $200,000 – $600,000
- Equity: Available as part of the compensation package
However, Kamath has specified certain prerequisites for potential candidates. He seeks individuals with experience in:
- Speech evaluations
- Speech generation
- Full duplex speech-to-speech systems
Kamath emphasized that he is looking for candidates who are “f*ing smart and hungry.” Interested applicants are encouraged to contact him directly.
More Opportunities from Other Founders
Kamath is not alone in this initiative. Other tech entrepreneurs have also reached out to former Meta employees. Notable figures include:
- Ben Taylor (Founder of Spec): Invited laid-off employees to apply, emphasizing their impactful work in AI.
- Lucas Atkins (Arcee AI): Extended an offer to help build next-generation models.
- Carina Hong (Hiring for Axiom): Highlighted the caliber of recently contracted talent.
The tech community continues to shift as these founders open their doors to the talented professionals affected by the Meta cuts. These engagements not only provide employment but also opportunities for innovation in the AI field.
