Elastic is a free and open search company that powers enterprise search, observability, and security solutions built on one technology stack that can be deployed anywhere. From finding documents to monitoring infrastructure to hunting for threats, Elastic makes data usable in real-time and at scale. Thousands of organizations worldwide, including Barclays, Cisco, eBay, Fairfax, ING, Goldman Sachs, Microsoft, The Mayo Clinic, NASA, The New York Times, Wikipedia, and Verizon, use Elastic to power mission-critical systems. Founded in 2012, Elastic is a distributed company with Elasticians around the globe. Learn more at elastic.co.

At Elastic, we’re revolutionizing the search and data analytics space. We’re pioneers in the integration of Gen AI, powerful retrieval models like ELSER, and cutting-edge semantic search technologies like vector search, empowering businesses to unlock unprecedented insights and experiences.

As a Search Solutions Architect, you’ll be at the forefront of this transformative journey. You’ll play a pivotal role in designing and deploying innovative solutions that leverage the combined power of these technologies, helping organizations unlock the full potential of their data.

Your Responsibilities:

Architect next-generation search solutions: Design and implement cutting-edge solutions utilizing Elastic’s latest advancements in AI, semantic search, and vector search, including RAG, vector databases, and other emerging technologies.
Harness the power of ELSER: Enable organizations to achieve unparalleled accuracy and efficiency in their search queries and data retrieval processes, leveraging the capabilities of the Elastic Learned Sparse Encoder.
Unlock the potential of vector search: Implement powerful vector search algorithms and create high-dimensional vector representations of data, allowing users to find the information they need even with imprecise queries.
Deliver compelling proof-of-concept (POC) projects: Showcase the combined value of AI, semantic search, vector search, and ELSER through successful POCs, demonstrating the potential for improved search relevance, user experience, and decision-making.
Become a thought leader and evangelize our vision: Share your expertise through presentations, blog posts, and other channels, positioning Elastic as the leader in AI-powered search and semantic data exploration.
Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing: Cultivate a collaborative environment within the Solutions Architecture team and across departments, promoting knowledge sharing and driving continuous improvement.
Stay ahead of the curve: Continuously learn and explore the ever-evolving landscapes of AI, semantic search, vector search, and related technologies, ensuring your solutions are always at the forefront of innovation.

To Succeed in This Role, You’ll Need:

10+ years of experience in designing and architecting enterprise-level search solutions.
Deep understanding of AI and semantic search technologies, with a focus on RAG, vector search, and NLP.
Familiarity with emerging ecosystem technologies and how they interoperate like Hugging Face, Langchain, etc.
Solid knowledge of ELSER’s architecture and other models within the Hugging Face ecosystem.
Experience with vector databases and other emerging data storage solutions.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to engage both technical and non-technical audiences. We think of it like this, “ You may be speaking to a developer in the morning, an architect in the afternoon and an executive buyer in the evening.”
Collaborative spirit and a passion for sharing knowledge and expertise.
Unwavering commitment to continuous learning and staying ahead of the curve in technology and emerging trends.

Joining Elastic Means Joining a Company That:

Empowers you to make a real impact: Your work will directly influence the success of organizations worldwide, helping them unlock new opportunities and make insightful decisions.
Offers unparalleled growth opportunities: We cultivate a culture of learning and provide access to world-class training programs and cutting-edge technology.
Connects you with passionate individuals: Collaborate with a diverse team of engineers, data scientists, and industry experts who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of search and AI-powered solutions.
Rewards you for your contributions: Enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects your talent and dedication.

Are you ready to join the Elastic Revolution and be a pioneer in the next generation of Search powered AI?

Apply now and embark on this exciting journey with us!

We’re eager to welcome you to a team that’s shaping the future and helping organizations unlock the full potential of their data.

Learn More About Elastic:

- Our Mission: To help people understand their data.
- Our Values: Collaboration, Openness, Customer Obsession, and Innovation.
- Our Culture: We’re a diverse team of passionate individuals united by a common goal: to make the world a more informed place.

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Compensation for this role is in the form of base salary plus a variable component, that together comprise the On-Target Earnings (OTE). On-Target Earnings (OTE) are based on a 70/30 pay mix (base salary / target variable).

The typical starting OTE range for new hires in this role is listed below. This range represents the lowest to highest OTE we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future.

An employee’s position within the OTE range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Elastic believes that employees should have the opportunity to share in the value that we create together for our shareholders. Therefore, in addition to cash compensation, this role is currently eligible to participate in Elastic’s stock program. Our total rewards package also includes a company-matched 401k with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 6% of eligible earnings, along with a range of other benefits offered with a holistic emphasis on employee well-being.

The typical starting salary range for this role is:

$129,000—$182,000 USD

The typical starting Target Variable range for this role is:

$55,200—$78,000 USD

The typical starting On-Target Earnings (OTE) range for this role is:

$184,200—$260,000 USD

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As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do.

We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do.

Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary
Health coverage for you and your family in many locations
Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles
Generous number of vacation days each year
Increase your impact - We match up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) for financial donations and service
Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love
Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave

Different people approach problems differently. We need that. Elastic is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.

We welcome individuals with disabilities and strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all individuals. To request an accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email [email protected] We will reply to your request within 24 business hours of submission.

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