Question 1

Is Luma remote-friendly or do I need to work in-office?

Accepted Answer

We prioritize in-office hybrid work at our Redwood City headquarters, with upcoming offices in Seattle and London. In-person collaboration accelerates our work on cutting-edge AI. We fly remote team members in throughout the year for collaboration, and consider remote arrangements on a case-by-case basis for exceptional candidates.

Question 2

Does Luma sponsor work visas for international candidates?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we sponsor H-1B and other work visas for exceptional candidates. Our team includes people from all over the world. We hire the best talent regardless of location and handle the visa process to make relocation as smooth as possible.

Question 3

How long does the Luma interview process take?

Accepted Answer

We aim to complete the entire process within 2-3 weeks. It includes an application review, recruiter screen, hiring manager interview, and team/leadership conversations. We keep you informed at every step and respect your time throughout.

Question 4

How big is Luma and what are the team sizes?

Accepted Answer

We're a team of 250+ people and growing thoughtfully. Teams are intentionally small (3-6 people) with high autonomy. This means you'll have real ownership and outsized impact from day one: no bureaucracy, just building.

Question 5

Can I use Google or look things up during Luma technical interviews?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. We care about how you think and solve problems, not memorization. Use Google, documentation, or whatever tools you'd use in real work. We want to see the real you, not test your ability to recall syntax.

Question 6

What kind of AI technology does Luma work on?

Accepted Answer

We build multimodal AI that generates, understands, and operates in the physical world. Luma Dream Machine, our video generation platform, powers models like Ray3 (the world's first reasoning video model with native HDR support) and Ray3 Modify for hybrid AI-actor workflows. We work on foundation models, 3D vision, and real-world AI applications used by millions.

Question 7

What benefits does Luma offer employees?

Accepted Answer

We offer comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision), flexible unlimited PTO, premium equipment (latest MacBooks, studio headphones), learning stipends for conferences and courses, and competitive salary with meaningful equity.

Question 8

What's the culture like at Luma?

Accepted Answer

We're a high-talent-density team that ships fast and iterates faster. Every researcher ships code, every engineer engages with research. We default to transparency, think long-term, and stay lean. If you want to build technology that transforms how humans create, you'll fit right in.

Question 9

What growth opportunities are there at Luma?

Accepted Answer

As an early-stage company building foundational AI technology, growth opportunities are substantial. You'll work directly with leadership, take ownership of major projects, and shape the direction of products used by millions. We also provide learning stipends for continuous development.

Question 10

Where are Luma offices located?

Accepted Answer

Our headquarters is in Redwood City, California, with offices opening in Seattle and London. We also have team members in New York, Los Angeles, and Toronto. For roles that support remote work, we fly team members in throughout the year for in-person collaboration.

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