Full Stack Software Engineer, OpenAI Edu

Responsibilities

• Build and ship product experiences across the full stack for OpenAI’s education offerings
• Own projects end-to-end, from ideation and technical design through implementation, launch, and iteration
• Work closely with learning scientists and researchers to translate learning goals and evidence into product decisions
• Collaborate with design, data, and cross-functional partners to build thoughtful, high-quality user experiences
• Help define the engineering foundation for a growing education pod, including patterns, systems, and technical direction
• Contribute to products that may inform both consumer and B2B education experiences over time

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional engineering experience (excluding internships) in relevant roles at tech and product-driven companies
• Proficiency with TypeScript, React, and other web technologies
• Proficiency in one or more backend languages (Python, Go, Rust, TypeScript or similar) and distributed systems concepts
• Some experience with relational databases like Postgres/MySQL
• Care deeply about reliability, safety, and performance in production environments
• Interest in AI/ML (direct experience not required)
• Proven ability to thrive in fast-growing, product-driven companies by effectively navigating loosely defined tasks and managing competing priorities or deadlines

Nice-to-Haves

• Former founder, or early engineer at a startup who has built a product from scratch
• Experience building interactive educational tools or learning products
• Strong interest in improving access to education and expanding opportunities for learners worldwide