Software Engineer, Healthcare

AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity.
$245,000 - $385,000
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
2+ years of experience
Healthcare · AI

Description For Software Engineer, Healthcare

OpenAI's Health AI team is focused on enabling universal access to high-quality medical information, working at the intersection of healthcare applications and safety research. We're seeking skilled backend and fullstack software engineers passionate about building scalable, reliable systems to support AI applications in healthcare. As a member of the Applied team, you'll develop, maintain, and optimize infrastructure and tools ensuring product reliability, performance, and compliance.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on systems that directly impact global healthcare outcomes. You'll be designing and implementing scalable backend systems, managing compliant data pipelines, and collaborating with research scientists to integrate safety features. The position requires 2+ years of experience in backend or fullstack development, with a focus on writing maintainable, high-quality code.

OpenAI provides a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary ($245K-$385K), generous equity, and extensive health benefits. The company culture emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and mission-driven work, with a focus on ensuring AI benefits humanity. You'll be part of a team that values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating trustworthy AI models that can assist medical professionals and improve patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate will be excited about OpenAI's mission, demonstrate passion for improving global healthcare outcomes, and possess strong engineering capabilities. Experience with health-related systems, large-scale distributed systems, or a track record in open-source contributions would be advantageous. This role offers the unique opportunity to work at the forefront of AI technology while making a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Last updated 13 days ago

Responsibilities For Software Engineer, Healthcare

  • Design and build scalable backend and fullstack systems to support beneficial AI applications
  • Implement robust data management pipelines, ensuring compliance with external standards
  • Own end-to-end development of features, from specification through deployment and iteration
  • Collaborate with research scientists and engineers to integrate safety and reliability features
  • Debug and optimize systems to improve performance, maintainability, and scalability

Requirements For Software Engineer, Healthcare

Python
  • 2+ years of experience writing maintainable, high-quality backend or fullstack code
  • Strong engineering intuition and ability to write clean, scalable code
  • Experience with compliant enterprise product development or data handling
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Goal-oriented mindset
  • Ability to work independently and take ownership of problems
  • Enthusiasm for engaging with ambiguity and contributing to a growing team

Benefits For Software Engineer, Healthcare

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
401k
Parental Leave
Education Budget
Equity
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
  • Mental health and wellness support
  • 401(k) plan with 50% matching
  • Generous time off and company holidays
  • 24 weeks paid birth-parent leave & 20-week paid parental leave
  • Annual learning & development stipend ($1,500 per year)
  • Equity

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