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Software Engineer, Monetization Infrastructure (SF/Seattle)

OpenAISan Francisco
On-site Full-time

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Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Proven experience in software development, particularly in building scalable backend systems and distributed architectures. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Go. Strong understanding of APIs, microservices architecture, and cloud infrastructure. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Experience with monetization or advertising technology is a plus.

About the job

About Our Team

Join the innovative Monetization team at OpenAI, a dynamic cross-functional group dedicated to revolutionizing how we responsibly scale access to advanced intelligence. Our mission is to craft user-centric, privacy-focused monetization products, including cutting-edge advertising experiences that enhance user trust, create economic opportunities, and drive OpenAI’s long-term innovation.

The Monetization team is pivotal in empowering OpenAI to extend the frontiers of AI capabilities while ensuring the advantages of AGI are equitably distributed. We are committed to aligning monetization with user value, maintaining stringent privacy and safety standards, and fostering a thriving ecosystem for developers and businesses.

Operating in a greenfield environment, our team rapidly navigates through prototyping, experimentation, and iterative deployment. We collaborate closely with Product, Design, and Research to translate groundbreaking research into scalable real-world systems.

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned Software Engineer to play a crucial role in constructing the foundational infrastructure for OpenAI’s monetization and advertising systems. In this pivotal position, you will design and implement distributed systems that underpin our monetization stack, with a strong focus on reliability, performance, privacy, and large-scale operations.

Your expertise will span backend, systems, and platform layers, where you will develop and implement 0→1 infrastructure, working in tandem with Product, Design, and Research to shape the future of monetized AI experiences. Your contributions will empower both internal and external teams to leverage secure, scalable, and robust monetization frameworks.

This position is exclusively available at our San Francisco and Seattle locations, and we provide relocation assistance for new hires.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Design and construct the foundational backend and infrastructure for OpenAI’s monetization and advertising systems.
  • Architect large-scale distributed systems that adhere to rigorous requirements for reliability, privacy, security, and performance.
  • Develop APIs, infrastructure services, and internal platforms to facilitate ad creation, delivery, measurement, and optimization.
  • Collaborate closely with Product, Research, and Design teams to convert requirements into scalable technical solutions.
  • Lead the development of 0→1 infrastructure through rapid prototyping, experimentation, and iterative enhancements.
  • Engage in continuous improvement processes, driving innovation in monetization technology.

About OpenAI

OpenAI is a premier artificial intelligence research organization dedicated to ensuring that artificial general intelligence (AGI) benefits all of humanity. We are committed to responsible AI development, focusing on creating innovative technologies while prioritizing user privacy and security. Our culture fosters collaboration and creativity, empowering our talented teams to push the boundaries of what's possible in the realm of AI and monetization.

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