About The Company
OpenAI is a leading artificial intelligence research and deployment organization dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose AI benefits all of humanity. Our mission is to push the boundaries of AI capabilities while prioritizing safety, ethical considerations, and societal impact. We develop advanced AI models and deploy them responsibly through innovative products and research initiatives. At OpenAI, we foster a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and groundbreaking ideas are encouraged to solve some of the world's most pressing challenges through AI technology.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer specializing in Security Observability to join our dedicated Security team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining secure, scalable systems that enhance OpenAI’s security observability infrastructure. Your expertise will enable the company to monitor, analyze, and respond to security threats effectively, ensuring the integrity of our technology, data, and operations. This role offers flexibility for remote work or the opportunity to relocate to our offices in San Francisco, Seattle, or New York City, with relocation assistance available.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software engineering, data pipelines, and cloud infrastructure, with a focus on security-related data management. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Detection & Response (D&R), to implement solutions that improve security visibility, forensic capabilities, and compliance efforts. Your contributions will directly support OpenAI’s mission to develop safe and beneficial AI systems by ensuring a robust security posture across all platforms and research initiatives.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Golang, or similar.
- Experience with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform.
- Hands-on experience working with cloud platforms such as Azure.
- Strong understanding of data pipeline architecture and maintenance, especially for security data.
- Background in security, SRE, or database management is preferred.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with security and engineering teams.
- Proactive problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Experience in forensic investigations and compliance support is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop scalable software systems that support security observability across OpenAI’s infrastructure.
- Build and maintain data pipelines that centralize and store security-relevant data from diverse sources.
- Enhance the resilience and reliability of data systems to ensure high platform availability.
- Collaborate with Detection & Response teams and other security units to reduce organizational security risks.
- Contribute to data engineering efforts supporting forensic investigations and compliance activities.
- Implement security best practices in software development and data management.
- Continuously monitor, analyze, and improve security data visibility and forensic capabilities.
- Stay updated on emerging security threats and integrate new tools and techniques accordingly.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package ranging from $325,000 to $405,000 annually.
- Flexible remote work options or relocation support to San Francisco, Seattle, or New York City.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Generous paid time off and holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
- Inclusive and diverse work environment that values innovation and collaboration.
- Access to cutting-edge AI research and technologies.
Equal Opportunity
OpenAI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. For further details, please review our Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement. We are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process upon request.
