Note: This role was previously titled 'Firestarter'
This is an Evergreen Position. We are continuously accepting applications to build a pipeline of talented individuals for the future. While we may not have an immediate vacancy, we review applications periodically and will reach out as specific needs arise throughout the year. Please expect a delay in response after submitting your application.
About the Team:
X is Alphabet’s moonshot factory with a mission of inventing and launching “moonshot” technologies that could someday make the world a radically better place. We are a diverse group of inventors and entrepreneurs who build and launch technologies that aim to improve the lives of millions, even billions, of people. Our goal: 10x impact on the world’s most intractable problems, not just 10% improvement. We approach projects that have the aspiration and riskiness of research with the speed and ambition of a startup. As an innovation engine, X focuses on repeatedly turning breakthrough-technology ideas into the foundations for large, sustainable businesses.
About the Role:
We are seeking leaders and entrepreneurs who are motivated by a passion to change the world for the better. In this role you will have access to resources including X and Alphabet’s extensive network and convening abilities, state-of-the-art prototyping facilities and laboratories, proprietary tools, ‘moonshot compost’, world-class technical and business expert collaborators, and unique innovation processes to help you explore and develop breakthrough technologies.
You will align with our earliest existing investigations and have the ability to develop ideas from inception at X.
How you will make 10x impact:
- Use a combination of critical thinking, networking, research, and prototyping to propose and assess potential breakthrough technology-enabled projects
- Collaborate with Xers to develop moonshot ideas. Progressively de-risk ideas both from technical and business perspectives
- Develop and refine your moonshot story and pitch as your advancements are made
- Leverage resources at X and Alphabet in your pursuit of creating moonshots
What you should have:
- 10 years experience as a leader or entrepreneur in a technical industry
- Experience playing a key role in successfully taking new tech from idea inception to product launch, in particular deep tech, while working in a startup environment. You are biased to action and will “roll up your sleeves”
- Demonstrated ability to create external partnerships around early-stage technology
- Ability to build an A+ team. You have a track record in spotting, attracting and retaining top talent across functions and levels
- Thrive in ambiguity and able to manage your own work with tenacity and a sense of urgency
It’d be great if you also had these:
- Demonstrated ability to de-risk a new product idea from both the technical and business perspectives.
- Able to effectively communicate both technical and non-technical information to mixed audiences
- Motivated by purpose and passion; you fall in love with problems, not solutions.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $221,000 - $328,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
Skills Required
- 10 years experience as a leader or entrepreneur in a technical industry
- Experience taking new tech from idea inception to product launch
- Demonstrated ability to create external partnerships
- Ability to build and retain top talent
- Ability to manage work with urgency and tenacity
X, The Moonshot Factory Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about X, The Moonshot Factory and has not been reviewed or approved by X, The Moonshot Factory.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive for core technical and senior roles, with employer-posted ranges and clear statements that total compensation includes base, bonus, equity, and benefits. Feedback suggests posted bands and explicit structure provide clarity on how pay is constructed.
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Parental & Family Support — Family support is described as generous, including paid parental leave, baby bonding, and transitional support for parents returning to work. Fertility treatments and maternity care are also covered, indicating depth in family-focused provisions.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with a notable company match and immediate vesting of matched funds. Additional financial supports such as student loan reimbursement and coaching strengthen long-term financial security.
X, The Moonshot Factory Insights
What We Do
We create breakthrough technologies to help solve some of the world’s biggest problems. Born at Google, we got our start creating self-driving cars and smart glasses. Since then, we’ve continued to bring sci-fi ideas into reality.
