OpenAI

Android Engineer, ChatGPT (Seattle)

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Location

Seattle

Type

Full Time

Salary

USD 185,000 – 405,000

Level

Senior

Role

Android Engineer

Posted

May 14, 2026

Full TimeSenior

The role

Summary

OpenAI is seeking a senior Android Engineer to drive innovative mobile experiences for the ChatGPT app in Seattle. The ideal candidate will develop cutting-edge AI-powered mobile features, optimize app performance, and collaborate across cross-functional teams to enhance the ChatGPT mobile user experience.

What you'll do

Android App Development: Build and ship innovative Android experiences that expand the boundaries of AI-powered mobile applications
App Performance Optimization: Drive foundational improvements including performance optimization, establishing robust testing frameworks, and refining app architecture
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product, design, research, and data science teams to achieve product goals and improve user experiences
User Experience Focus: Prioritize quality, performance, reliability, and responsiveness to ensure a delightful experience for ChatGPT Android users

What we look for

Technical

Android DevelopmentDeep expertise in Android development, platform capabilities, and mobile app architecture
Mobile PerformanceStrong skills in optimizing mobile app performance, responsiveness, and user experience

Education

Computer ScienceBachelor's or equivalent degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field

Experience

Mobile Development Track RecordProven history of developing impactful mobile features with a focus on quality and innovation
Cross-Functional CollaborationDemonstrated ability to work effectively in collaborative, multi-disciplinary engineering environments

Skills

Required skills

Android DevelopmentExpertise in Android SDK, Kotlin/Java, and modern Android development practices
Mobile ArchitectureStrong understanding of mobile app design patterns, MVVM/MVC architectures
Performance OptimizationSkills in app performance tuning, memory management, and responsive UI development

Nice to have

AI IntegrationExperience with integrating AI models and machine learning capabilities into mobile applications
Advanced Android FeaturesFamiliarity with modern Android platform capabilities and emerging mobile technologies

Compensation & benefits

Salary

USD 185,000 – 405,000 (annual)

Benefits

Health Insurance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Stock Options

Equity compensation in a cutting-edge AI company

Professional Development

Opportunities for continuous learning and growth in AI technology

Innovative Work Environment

Work at the forefront of AI research and development

Interview process

  1. 1
    Initial Screening — Phone or video call with recruiting team to discuss background and experience
  2. 2
    Technical Interview — In-depth technical assessment of Android development skills and problem-solving abilities
  3. 3
    System Design Interview — Evaluate candidate's approach to mobile app architecture and performance optimization
  4. 4
    Team Fit Interview — Meet with potential team members to assess collaborative capabilities
  5. 5
    Final Interview — Discussion with hiring manager about role expectations and candidate's alignment with team goals
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OpenAI is an American artificial intelligence research organization developing advanced AI models like GPT. Focused on ensuring AI benefits humanity, it creates tools for natural language processing and generative AI applications.

San Francisco, California, United StatesFounded 2015openai.com

Tech Stack

Languages
KotlinJava
Frameworks
Android JetpackCompose
Databases
Room
Tools
Android StudioGit
Other
CI/CD

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