OpenAI is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their ChatGPT for Work team, focusing on bringing OpenAI's technology to consumers and businesses. This role is central to developing and scaling the ChatGPT for Work product, which has shown to increase knowledge work productivity by up to 30%. The position combines technical leadership with product development, requiring expertise in building secure, scalable enterprise solutions.
The role demands a seasoned engineer who can balance three crucial aspects: creating a secure and scalable foundation that earns customer trust, effectively packaging OpenAI's technology for enterprise buyers, and developing innovative products that significantly enhance enterprise capabilities. You'll work across research, engineering, product, and design teams to implement new features and research capabilities.
As a Principal Engineer, you'll be responsible for accelerating engineering productivity through superior tooling and systems while maintaining system reliability through on-call rotations. The ideal candidate brings deep engineering expertise, experience with production systems at scale, and a proven track record of building products that solve real customer needs.
OpenAI offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $245K to $385K, plus generous equity and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, mental health support, 401(k) matching, and extensive parental leave. The company's mission focuses on ensuring AI benefits humanity, with a strong commitment to safety and ethical development.
This is an opportunity to shape the future of AI technology while working with a team dedicated to responsible innovation and inclusive culture. The role is based in San Francisco and requires a combination of technical excellence, leadership skills, and a collaborative mindset.