Software Engineer, Services

OpenAI's Fleet team is seeking a Software Engineer, Services to join their mission of supporting the computing environment that powers cutting-edge AI research and product development. This role focuses on designing and maintaining software services that form the backbone of OpenAI's service-oriented architecture, enabling products like ChatGPT to operate seamlessly at scale.

The position offers an opportunity to work with large-scale systems spanning data centers, GPUs, and networking infrastructure, while prioritizing safety, reliability, and responsible AI deployment. Based in San Francisco with a hybrid work model (3 days in office), you'll be part of a team that oversees critical infrastructure ensuring high availability and performance.

As a Software Engineer, Services, you'll be responsible for building scalable APIs, integrating cloud services, and maintaining robust software services. The role requires strong expertise in service-oriented architectures, API design, and system reliability. You'll collaborate across teams to deliver efficient solutions while continuously improving system architecture and automation.

The ideal candidate brings strong software engineering skills, proficiency in microservices architecture, and a deep understanding of service reliability and security best practices. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys solving complex system challenges, values operational excellence, and wants to contribute to OpenAI's mission of ensuring AI benefits humanity.

Working at OpenAI means joining a company committed to pushing the boundaries of AI capabilities while maintaining a strong focus on safety and human needs. The position offers competitive compensation ($360K-$440K), generous equity, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to shape the future of technology in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.