Software Engineer, Backend (Knowledge Innovation)

OpenAI is seeking a Backend Software Engineer to join their Knowledge Innovation team, focusing on building and scaling infrastructure for knowledge systems. This role combines deep technical expertise with cross-functional collaboration, working on systems that power how knowledge is created, accessed, and applied across OpenAI. The position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technologies while building robust backend services and APIs.

The Knowledge Innovation team is crucial in scaling OpenAI's operations, developing model-powered knowledge systems that evolve with their products and customers. They support both internal and external customers globally, from customer support to integrity and product insights. The team operates with rapid iteration cycles and direct customer feedback, focusing on creating simple yet powerful primitives that can be applied across multiple domains.

As a Backend Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for architecting and maintaining scalable systems that form the foundation of OpenAI's knowledge infrastructure. The role requires proficiency in Python, FastAPI, and PostgreSQL, with 4+ years of backend engineering experience. You'll work closely with product, research, and engineering teams to integrate OpenAI models into high-leverage workflows.

The position offers competitive compensation at $325K plus equity, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, mental health support, 401(k) matching, generous parental leave, and an annual learning stipend. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers interested in AI/ML who want to contribute to OpenAI's mission of ensuring general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits humanity.