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What they do
Thinking Machines has launched Inkling-Small, a 276-billion-parameter AI model that offers similar performance to its larger predecessor, Inkling, which has 975 billion parameters. This model, priced at a 50% discount with API costs starting at $0.58 per million input tokens, significantly reduces compute requirements and costs, making it more accessible for enterprises with limited GPU resources.
Why it matters
Inkling-Small is a multimodal reasoning model that maintains high performance while using only 12 billion active parameters at a time, allowing for efficient processing of text, image, and audio inputs. This model is designed for enterprises needing advanced AI capabilities without the extensive infrastructure typically required for larger models.
Traction
Thinking Machines is targeting enterprises that require sophisticated AI solutions but lack extensive GPU resources. The launch of Inkling-Small positions the company as a key player in the AI hosting infrastructure sector, appealing to developers looking for cost-effective and powerful AI tools.
Where the market is going
Thinking Machines is challenging incumbents like OpenAI and Google by offering a more accessible AI model that retains high performance while significantly lowering operational costs. This shift towards smaller, efficient models could redefine enterprise AI deployment, making advanced capabilities available to a broader range of organizations.
Why Thinking Machines is hiring
Thinking Machines closed a funding round in July 2026. It currently has 36 open roles, with hiring concentrated in San Francisco and New York. Companies tend to grow headcount fastest in the months after a round, so now is a good time to apply.
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Thinking Machines jobs: common questions
Is Thinking Machines hiring?
Yes. Thinking Machines has 36 open roles on SuperAIJobs right now. The list is refreshed daily from Thinking Machines’s own careers site.
Where are Thinking Machines jobs located?
Most open roles at Thinking Machines are in San Francisco and New York.
Does Thinking Machines hire remotely?
None of Thinking Machines’s current roles are listed as remote, so expect to work from one of its offices.
How much has Thinking Machines raised?
The latest round we track is a funding round in July 2026 (amount not disclosed). See the full deal history on MapCo.
What does Thinking Machines do?
Inkling-Small is a multimodal reasoning model that maintains high performance while using only 12 billion active parameters at a time, allowing for efficient processing of text, image, and audio inputs.
How do I apply for a job at Thinking Machines?
Every role on this page links straight to Thinking Machines’s own application page, so you apply directly — SuperAIJobs never sits in between.