Infrastructure Engineer, Public Sector
Description For Infrastructure Engineer, Public Sector
OpenAI is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer for their Public Sector team, focusing on deploying AI technology in government environments. This role combines technical expertise with public sector requirements, requiring 8+ years of engineering experience with 4+ years specifically in infrastructure. Based in Washington DC and San Francisco, the position offers a competitive salary range of $220.5K-$385K plus equity and comprehensive benefits.
The role involves designing and implementing scalable infrastructure solutions for public sector clients, working with technologies like Kubernetes, Python, and PostgreSQL. Key responsibilities include building reliable systems, improving engineering productivity, and ensuring compliance with government requirements. The ideal candidate should hold an active US security clearance and have experience with complex infrastructure deployments.
OpenAI offers an exceptional benefits package including comprehensive health coverage, mental health support, generous parental leave (24 weeks for birth parents), and a $1,500 annual learning stipend. The company's mission focuses on developing safe and beneficial AI technology, with a strong emphasis on responsible deployment and ethical considerations.
The position requires occasional travel to customer sites and includes on-call responsibilities. Working in a hybrid environment, you'll collaborate across multiple teams including engineering, security, and compliance. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, has strong problem-solving skills, and is passionate about implementing AI technology in the public sector safely and effectively.
Responsibilities For Infrastructure Engineer, Public Sector
- Design and build performant, reliable, and scalable infrastructure for public sector customers
- Accelerate engineering productivity through excellent tooling and systems
- Partner with product engineers to implement new features
- Guide teams on best practices for observable, scalable systems
- Work with on-site teams and customers to ensure system reliability
- Participate in on-call rotation for critical incidents
- Collaborate with engineering, security, and compliance teams
Requirements For Infrastructure Engineer, Public Sector
- Hold an active US security clearance
- 8+ years of experience in engineering, including 4+ years of experience in infrastructure
- Experience building, operating, and maintaining infrastructure in environments with unique constraints
- Ability to debug issues across the stack, inclusive of networking and performance
- Thrive in dynamic environments and navigate ambiguity
- Strong desire to learn and share knowledge
Benefits For Infrastructure Engineer, Public Sector
- 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
