GrepJob
OpenAI

Backend Software Engineer, API Enterprise Controls

OpenAI
Apply
about 3 hours ago
San Francisco, CA, USASenior / Staff+
H1B Sponsor

Base Salary

$293k - $385k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Own backend product capabilities across authentication, identity, and operational workflows.
  • Collaborate with Product, security, and infrastructure teams to shape the roadmap.
  • Design developer-facing APIs and system behaviors with attention to detail.
  • Build and maintain reliable backend systems, ensuring strong operational ownership.

Requirements

  • 9+ years of professional engineering experience in backend or platform roles.
  • Exceptional backend engineering skills with a track record of shipping API capabilities.
  • Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing product direction.
  • Proficiency in backend languages such as Python, Go, Rust, or TypeScript.
  • Familiarity with distributed systems, databases, and enterprise platform controls.
  • Strong communication skills and developer empathy.