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Software Engineer, Web Layer

San Francisco (Remote)$255k–$405kfulltimemidAdded 1 month ago

About this role

OpenAI is seeking a Software Engineer to build web-based systems and features for the Codex desktop client application. You'll work across the full stack—from low-level OS integration to high-level UI—designing and implementing infrastructure for a hybrid agentic/interactive browser on macOS and Windows.

What you'll do

  • Design and build end-to-end features for Codex desktop browsing capabilities, primarily in C++ and Chromium
  • Partner with product and design teams to define and develop hybrid agentic/interactive web browser functionality
  • Develop high-performance APIs and infrastructure for client applications using C++, Python, and TypeScript
  • Ensure application stability, security, and performance across the platform
  • Collaborate with a small team of experienced engineers on a rapidly growing product
  • Identify and execute important technical work independently across the full stack

What they're looking for

  • C++ development with browser environment experience (Chromium, Electron)
  • End-to-end complex feature development
  • Full-stack development capabilities
  • TypeScript and web development knowledge
  • API design and implementation
  • Cross-functional communication
  • Self-directed problem solving
  • macOS and Windows platform experience

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model: 3 days per week in San Francisco office
  • Relocation assistance for new employees
  • Work with cutting-edge AI technology at OpenAI
  • Small, experienced engineering team environment
  • Opportunity to shape emerging agentic browser technology
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OpenAI

OpenAI builds AI infrastructure and products, including large-scale data center campuses for AI computing and generative AI applications for enterprise customers. The company is hiring civil engineers, project engineers, electrical design engineers, data center R&D engineers, and AI deployment engineers to expand its infrastructure capabilities and help customers deploy AI solutions.

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  • Walk us through your experience building features end-to-end in C++ for browser environments like Chromium or Electron. What was the most complex challenge you faced?
  • Describe your approach to designing APIs that bridge C++ backend layers with frontend code. How do you ensure they're maintainable as requirements evolve?
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