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Principal Software Engineer, Infrastructure Security at OpenAI | Remote

Company/Recruiter: OpenAI

Published on: 11:02 PM | Sep 21, 2026 $401,000/year · Closes Oct 21, 2026
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OpenAI is seeking a Principal Software Engineer, Infrastructure Security to join our mission-driven team.

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OpenAI is seeking a Principal Software Engineer, Infrastructure Security to join our mission-driven team. As a leader in artificial general intelligence, OpenAI prioritizes security to safeguard our technology, people, and products, ensuring AGI benefits all of humanity. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the security posture of our cutting-edge infrastructure in a remote capacity.

Job Overview

The Principal Software Engineer, Infrastructure Security will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security solutions for OpenAI's advanced infrastructure. This position requires deep technical expertise in cloud security, network security, and secure software development practices, coupled with a strategic mindset to address complex security challenges.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and implement scalable security infrastructure and tools.
  • Develop and enforce security best practices across cloud environments and distributed systems.
  • Lead security reviews and threat modeling for new and existing infrastructure components.
  • Automate security processes and integrate security into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Respond to and investigate security incidents.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the growth of the security team.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience in infrastructure security engineering, with a focus on cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Go, C++).
  • Strong understanding of network protocols, cryptography, and security principles.
  • Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and their security implications.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

What We Offer

  • The opportunity to work on groundbreaking AI technology.
  • A collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits.
  • The chance to make a significant impact on the future of AI.

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