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Software Engineer, User Data Governance at OpenAI

Department: Security

Compensation

$230,000 – $325,000/yr

Setup
Hybrid
Location
San Francisco, California
Level
senior
Posted

Description

OpenAI is hiring a Software Engineer to lead the architecture and execution of user data governance across data mapping, classification, lineage, retention, deletion, access, and permitted usage. The role involves designing shared platforms and controls, establishing data inventories and ownership, translating policy and legal requirements into enforceable systems, and owning production governance systems through observability, migrations, incident response, and continuous improvement. The position is based in San Francisco, with relocation assistance available.

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