Join OpenAI's innovative team to design and build robust identity infrastructure that ensures secure access to cutting-edge AI technologies. As a key contributor, you'll develop scalable systems to manage user identities and authentication at the forefront of AI advancement.

At OpenAI, we're at the forefront of artificial intelligence research and deployment, and our Identity Infrastructure Engineering team plays a crucial role in safeguarding user data and enabling seamless, secure interactions with our AI models. In this position, you'll architect and implement identity solutions that handle millions of authentications daily, ensuring reliability, scalability, and compliance with global security standards.

Your responsibilities will include designing authentication flows, integrating with third-party identity providers, optimizing performance for high-traffic scenarios, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to embed security into our product ecosystem. You'll tackle challenges like zero-trust architectures, multi-factor authentication enhancements, and privacy-preserving identity verification, all while contributing to the ethical development of AI.

This remote contract role offers the chance to work on groundbreaking projects that influence the future of technology, with the support of a world-class engineering team dedicated to pushing boundaries in AI safety and accessibility.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on backend systems and infrastructure
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Go, or Java
• Strong understanding of identity and access management (IAM) protocols, including OAuth, SAML, and OpenID Connect
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure for building scalable infrastructure
• Knowledge of security best practices and encryption technologies
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Familiarity with distributed systems and microservices architecture

• Competitive compensation with potential for bonuses
• Flexible remote work arrangements
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in AI technologies
• Access to state-of-the-art tools and resources
• Collaborative and innovative team environment
• Health insurance and wellness benefits (for eligible contractors)
• Generous paid time off and work-life balance support