Software Engineer, Defensive Security Agent Engineering

OpenAI is seeking a Software Engineer to join the Defensive Security Agent Engineering team, focusing on building scalable autonomous security solutions. This role emphasizes backend and data engineering, integrating AI-driven technologies into security infrastructure. You will develop systems to protect OpenAI's infrastructure and data, working in a hybrid environment based in San Francisco or New York.

• Develop, deploy, and maintain backend systems and infrastructure to support security and data initiatives.
• Build scalable data pipelines and frameworks for processing large volumes of information securely and efficiently.
• Design and implement systems that integrate cutting-edge technologies to enhance operational and security outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align engineering efforts with organizational security goals.
• Troubleshoot and optimize existing systems to improve performance, reliability, and security.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and methodologies to help OpenAI maintain a proactive security posture.

• Proven experience in backend and data engineering, including designing and deploying large-scale systems.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, Go, or similar.
• Familiarity with distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and scalable data frameworks.