Full Stack Engineer, Intelligence Systems

at OpenAI

📍 San Francisco, United States

USD 230,000-325,000 per year

MIDDLE

✅ Hybrid

✅ Relocation

Tech Stack
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Details

The Intelligence and Investigations team works to rapidly detect and disrupt abuse in AI technologies, identify emerging abuse trends, analyze risks, and implement mitigation strategies that support the safe and responsible use of AI.

As an Intelligence Systems Engineer, you will prototype, develop, and maintain tools and processes that integrate OpenAI models and infrastructure to help internal teams analyze large, open-domain datasets, fight abuse, and inform high-stakes decisions. You will serve as a technical bridge between data scientists, subject matter experts, and teams such as Platform Integrity, Safety Systems, and Research.

This role is based in San Francisco, California, and follows a hybrid work model with three days in the office per week.

Responsibilities

Prototype, build, and maintain at-scale intelligence systems that detect, triage, and monitor targeted signals from open-source and internal data.
Analyze requirements and deliver end-to-end solutions for complex intelligence challenges while ensuring code quality and scalability.
Bridge intelligence needs with technical teams including Platform Integrity, Safety Systems, and Research.
Contribute to the team's technical strategy and design user interfaces for non-technical investigators and analysts.
Prototype applications that automate team workflows and route leads.
Report on scaled impact using advanced data analysis and visualization products.
Work closely with internal stakeholders to address their technical intelligence needs.

Requirements

Experience in engineering and project management, ideally focused on security, intelligence, or data analysis products.
Strong technical background and a proven track record of building and maintaining systems that help users understand large, open-domain datasets, fight abuse, and inform high-stakes decisions.
Proficiency in data analysis, SQL, and Python.
Experience applying novel AI techniques to solve problems.
Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams, manage complex product ecosystems, and deliver results in a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment.
Strong communication skills, commitment to continuous learning, and passion for the responsible use of AI.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary of $230,000–$325,000 per year.
Equity and performance-related bonuses for eligible employees.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts.
Pre-tax accounts for health, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
Paid parental, medical, and caregiver leave.
Paid time off, company holidays, office closures, and paid sick or safe time as required by applicable law.
Mental health and wellness support.
Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage.
Annual learning and development stipend.
Daily office meals and eligible meal delivery credits.
Relocation support for eligible employees.