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Peter Bailis, who joined Workday as chief technology officer in May 2025, departed the enterprise‑software firm last month to become a member of technical staff at AI startup Anthropic. The move trades a C‑suite title for a hands‑on role focused on reinforcement learning engineering, giving Bailis direct access to cutting‑edge model training while placing him inside a company that is now building the kind of HR software Workday sells. Anthropic’s rapid push into enterprise markets and its $30 billion revenue run rate make the hire a strategic signal for both firms. Weiterlesen

The AI field has become the planet’s hottest job market, drawing elite researchers to a handful of fast‑growing companies in the San Francisco Bay Area. While salaries are record‑high, many top engineers and scientists cite ideology, mission, and concerns about AI’s impact as stronger drivers of their career moves. Companies are shifting focus from fundraising to profitability, with potential public offerings adding new pressure for transparency and accountability. This evolving landscape fuels a revolving door of talent, sparking debates about the future of AI development and its societal implications. Weiterlesen