Full-Stack Software Engineer, Applied Foundations

About the Role

The role involves working across the full stack, from initial exploration through launch readiness, and participating in long-term architectural planning and technical design reviews. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design solutions that protect against and mitigate adversarial attacks without compromising user experience.

Openai's products, such as ChatGPT and Codex, are at the forefront of AI technology, and the company is committed to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. As a member of the Applied Foundations team, you will be part of a group that values safety, security, and scalability in the development of its products.

What You Will Do

• Architect, build, and improve frontend and backend systems for Openai's core products
• Work across the full stack to build products and systems from initial exploration through launch readiness
• Participate in long-term architectural planning and technical design reviews
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design solutions that protect against and mitigate adversarial attacks
• Design and implement safe services, systems, and infrastructure that power Openai's products
• Ensure the scalability and reliability of systems and infrastructure
• Work with the product engineering, infrastructure, and safety teams to deliver technology that is reliable, secure, and trusted at a global scale
• Own problems end-to-end and be willing to pick up whatever knowledge is missing to get the job done
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of the codebase
• Collaborate with the team to maintain and improve the overall quality of the products and services

What We Are Looking For

• Experience building and shipping full-stack apps or systems end-to-end in fast-moving environments
• Strong knowledge of frontend and backend development, including proficiency in relevant programming languages
• Experience working with large-scale systems and complexity
• A humble attitude, an eagerness to help colleagues, and a desire to do whatever it takes to make the team succeed
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to own problems end-to-end
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience with safety and security in software development
• Knowledge of cloud-based infrastructure and scalability

Nice to Have

• Experience working with AI or machine learning technologies
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration using tools like Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems like Git
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and continuous integration/continuous deployment pipelines

Benefits and Perks

• The opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI products and technologies
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a team of experienced professionals
• Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs
• Flexible working hours and remote work options
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Access to the latest tools and technologies
• Recognition and reward for outstanding performance and contributions
• A culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion
• A commitment to making a positive impact on society through the development of AI technologies

• Highlight your experience with full-stack development, including proficiency in relevant programming languages and frameworks.
• Emphasize your problem-solving skills and ability to own problems end-to-end, as these are key requirements for the role.
• Be prepared to talk about your experience with safety and security in software development, as this is a critical aspect of Openai's products and services.
• Showcase your ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Research Openai's products and technologies to demonstrate your understanding of the company's mission and values.
• Be prepared to provide examples of your experience with large-scale systems and complexity, and how you have handled these challenges in previous roles.
• Don't be afraid to ask about the company culture and values during the interview process, as this will demonstrate your interest in the role and the company.