Black Forest Labs

About Black Forest Labs

Black Forest Labs is building the next generation of generative AI models for images and videos. You will contribute to technologies used by millions of creators and enterprises worldwide. Their FLUX models are among the most advanced, integrating into creative tools like Adobe and powering Elon Musk's Grok. They raised a $31 million seed round in 2024, followed by a $300 million Series B in 2025. This rapid growth validates their innovative approach and market impact. You can join a company shaping the future of digital content creation.

How We Work

Black Forest Labs fosters a culture grounded in four core values. They are Obsessed with frontier research and product beauty. They maintain Low Ego, ensuring the best idea always wins. The team is Bold, taking ambitious bets and shipping quickly. Most importantly, they are Kind, treating each other with genuine warmth and empathy. Collaboration is key, with in-person time valued for connection. You can join a team that balances scientific rigor with a supportive environment.

Engineering at Black Forest Labs

You will train large-scale diffusion models for image and video generation, working at scales where empirical evidence is paramount. Engineers rigorously ablate design choices, isolating variables to produce trustworthy insights. This role involves understanding speed-quality tradeoffs in neural network architectures for production. You will also fine-tune diffusion models for specialized applications, pushing the boundaries of generative AI. You can solve complex challenges in large-scale distributed training.

Why Join Us

• Pioneer the next generation of generative AI models, building on foundational technologies like Latent and Stable Diffusion.
• Contribute to tools used by millions, with integrations into major platforms like Adobe, Meta, and powered Grok AI.
• Work in a rapidly scaling company, backed by over $450 million in funding from leading investors like Andreessen Horowitz.
• Engage in frontier research, rigorously testing hypotheses and shaping the future of image and video creation.
• Collaborate with a low-ego, bold, and kind team that values scientific excellence and ships quickly.

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible paid time off.
• Receive a $600 annual learning stipend for professional development.
• Participate in regular team events and offsites at beautiful locations, held at least twice a year.
• Benefit from visa sponsorship and relocation bonuses and support for moves to Freiburg or San Francisco.
• Access parental leave (16 weeks for birthing parents, 8 weeks for non-birthing parents), baby bonuses, and childcare support.
• Get a welcome pack with sustainable branded merchandise, including organic sweatshirts and recycled tote bags.