OpenAI

Full Stack Software Engineer, Jobs Platform

OpenAI2 days ago
Location

San Francisco

Type

Full Time

Salary

USD 293,000 – 490,000

Level

Senior

Role

Full Stack Software Engineer

Posted

Apr 8, 2026

Full TimeSenior

The role

Summary

OpenAI is seeking an exceptional Full Stack Software Engineer to revolutionize the job market using AI-powered matching and career development technologies. The ideal candidate will build transformative systems that leverage AI to connect job seekers with opportunities, focusing on creating high-trust, scalable platforms that enhance economic mobility through intelligent matching and skills verification.

What you'll do

Product Development: Own end-to-end product surfaces for the next-generation AI-powered jobs platform, designing and implementing core systems for candidate matching and verification
Systems Engineering: Design and ship scalable systems supporting millions of job seekers and employers, focusing on speed, reliability, and security
AI Feature Integration: Collaborate with research teams to transform AI model and agent capabilities into production features that help users prove skills and find opportunities
User-Centric Experimentation: Conduct user experiments, gather insights, and rapidly iterate to drive meaningful outcomes beyond traditional metrics like clicks or resume submissions
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product, design, research, and operations teams to create human-centered AI-powered experiences

What we look for

Technical

Full Stack DevelopmentProven experience working across frontend and backend technologies, capable of owning features end-to-end
System ArchitectureAbility to design and implement highly-available, scalable user-facing products
AI IntegrationUnderstanding of AI-driven user experiences, workflow automation, and agent technologies

Education

Technical DegreeBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field preferred

Experience

Professional Experience5+ years of software engineering experience building user-facing products
Domain KnowledgeInterest or experience in marketplaces, matching systems, search, and personalization technologies

Skills

Required skills

Full Stack DevelopmentProficiency in both frontend and backend development technologies
System DesignAbility to architect scalable and reliable software systems
Agile MethodologyExperience with rapid iteration and user-centric product development

Nice to have

AI TechnologiesKnowledge of AI, machine learning, and agent-based systems
Marketplace Platform ExperienceBackground in building or working with matching and recommendation systems

Compensation & benefits

Salary

USD 293,000 – 490,000 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Equity Compensation

Stock options or equity package included in total compensation

Cutting-Edge Technology

Work at the forefront of AI innovation with global impact

Professional Growth

Opportunities to work on transformative AI technologies and expand technical skills


Interview process

  1. 1
    Initial Screening Resume and background review by hiring team
  2. 2
    Technical Phone Screen Discussion of technical skills and experience with engineering manager
  3. 3
    Coding Challenge Online assessment testing full stack development and system design skills
  4. 4
    Onsite/Virtual Interviews Multiple rounds of technical interviews, including system design, coding, and behavioral assessments
  5. 5
    Final Interview Meeting with senior leadership to assess cultural fit and alignment with OpenAI's mission

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