Elon Musk has once again set the tech world talking this time with just two words. Responding to a hiring post by Nikita Bier, Head of Product at X, Musk simply replied: “Agreed.” While brief, the response carried significant weight, instantly amplifying interest in xAI’s latest recruitment drive for top Android engineering talent.
The exchange took place on December 22, 2025, on X (formerly Twitter), and quickly went viral among developers, startup founders, and AI enthusiasts alike.
What Prompted Elon Musk’s Response?
The conversation began when Attila Blenesi, a software engineer at xAI, announced that the company was searching for “world-class Android engineers” to build next-generation mobile experiences for X and its rapidly evolving AI chatbot, Grok.
Nikita Bier then boosted the post with an unusually bold recruitment pitch, making two promises that immediately caught attention:
- Extraordinary compensation for senior Android engineers with more than 10 years of experience
- A role that would be “more fun than any job in your life”
Elon Musk’s concise endorsement “Agreed.” served as a public validation of both claims, signaling that xAI is serious about paying top dollar and offering a uniquely intense, high-impact work environment.
Who Is Nikita Bier and Why This Matters
Nikita Bier is no stranger to Silicon Valley success. He is the creator of viral social apps tbh (acquired by Meta) and Gas (acquired by Discord), both of which achieved massive Gen Z adoption.
Bier joined X as Head of Product in June 2025, completing a long-running narrative that began with a 2022 tweet where he openly asked Elon Musk for a job. Today, his focus is on deeply integrating Grok into X, building hyper-relevant timelines, and dramatically improving the platform’s mobile user experience.
His involvement adds credibility to the hiring push and signals a strong product-driven approach at xAI.
What xAI Is Looking For in Engineers
According to the thread, ideal candidates should bring:
- Strong Android expertise, particularly in Kotlin and Jetpack Compose
- Experience with modern Android architecture
- A fast-moving, product-first mindset, prioritizing intuition and impact over rigid processes
Roles are available in San Francisco, Palo Alto, London, and New York, with some flexibility for remote work.
Why This Hiring Moment Is Significant
Elon Musk’s public endorsement highlights how aggressively xAI is competing for elite talent as it scales Grok and strengthens X’s AI-first vision. For engineers, the message is clear: high pay, high pressure, and high impact—with direct backing from Musk himself.
