Software Engineering • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a strong background in software engineering with experience in building scalable systems — you've worked on distributed systems and understand the complexities involved in ensuring reliability and performance. Your expertise in privacy-preserving technologies is crucial as you will be developing monetization products that prioritize user trust and safety.

You thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with cross-functional teams including product, design, and research — your ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders helps bridge the gap between technical and non-technical team members. You are comfortable in a greenfield environment, where you can innovate and experiment to create impactful solutions.

Your experience includes architecting and implementing core infrastructure for large-scale operations — you have a proven track record of defining and executing on system architecture that meets both performance and privacy standards. You are passionate about building systems that not only function well but also align with user value and ethical considerations.

Desirable

Experience with monetization systems or ad technologies is a plus — you understand the nuances of creating user-first products that also drive economic opportunity. Familiarity with AI technologies and their implications for monetization will set you apart as you contribute to shaping the future of monetized AI experiences.

What you'll do

In this role, you will be responsible for building the core infrastructure behind OpenAI's monetization and ads systems — your work will involve architecting distributed systems that power the monetization stack, focusing on reliability, performance, and privacy. You will collaborate with product, design, and research teams to translate innovative ideas into real-world applications.

You will engage in prototyping and experimentation, iterating on solutions that enhance user experiences while ensuring compliance with privacy standards — your contributions will directly impact how OpenAI scales access to intelligence responsibly. You will also be involved in defining the technical direction of the monetization infrastructure, ensuring it aligns with the company's mission and values.

Your role will require you to stay updated on industry trends and best practices in software engineering and monetization — you will be expected to share insights and contribute to the team's knowledge base, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

What we offer

At OpenAI, you will be part of a mission-driven team that is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of AI capabilities — we believe in the potential of artificial intelligence to solve global challenges and want to ensure its benefits are widely shared. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values innovation and collaboration.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development — you will be encouraged to take on new challenges and expand your skill set as you contribute to impactful projects. Join us in shaping the future of technology and making a difference in the world.