Software Engineer - API Designer

OpenAI is seeking a Software Engineer - API Designer to join their Applied AI department, focusing on their developer platform - the OpenAI API. This role is crucial in shaping the future of OpenAI's API infrastructure, which serves millions of developers and enterprises worldwide. The position offers a competitive salary range of $310K-$385K plus equity and comprehensive benefits.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and building API products, managing the API review process, and collaborating with various teams to create world-class APIs. They should have a strong appreciation for API design principles and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

OpenAI's API powers the majority of AI applications used daily and has recently released significant features including o1, gpt-4o, realtime API, structured outputs, distillation, and prompt caching. The role requires someone who can balance technical expertise with product sensibility, treating API design with intentionality and care.

The company offers an impressive benefits package including comprehensive health coverage, mental health support, generous parental leave, unlimited PTO, and educational stipends. As part of OpenAI's mission to ensure AI benefits humanity, they maintain a strong commitment to diversity, equality, and safety in AI development.

This position represents an opportunity to work at the forefront of AI technology while helping shape how developers worldwide interact with OpenAI's powerful tools. The role combines technical expertise with product design, requiring someone who can both build and design excellent API experiences.