Senior Cryptography Engineer
SuccinctFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates should possess 10+ years of industry experience in hardware security or hardware-software co-design, with proven expertise in deploying cryptographic systems at scale and integrating secure hardware primitives. Strong coding skills in Rust and/or C/C++ are required, along with proficiency in Python. The ability to collaborate across teams, architect solutions, and debug complex production systems is essential, as is a proactive, ownership-driven mindset focused on end-to-end problem solving. An advanced degree in Computer Architecture, Electrical Engineering, or related fields, and familiarity with HPC, low-precision computing, and SIMD architectures are considered nice to have.
The Hardware Security Engineer will co-design secure hardware by collaborating with vendors and cross-functional teams, develop critical software by writing performance-critical code in Rust, Python, and C/C++ for cryptographic libraries and secure key management systems, and integrate security primitives by architecting and deploying systems using TPM2, Secure Boot, Nitro Enclaves, Intel SGX, AMD-SEV, and other secure hardware technologies. They will also drive innovation by engaging with internal and external partners to align hardware innovations with OpenAI’s trusted computing and cryptographic requirements.
Develops safe and beneficial AI technologies
OpenAI develops and deploys artificial intelligence technologies aimed at benefiting humanity. The company creates advanced AI models capable of performing various tasks, such as automating processes and enhancing creativity. OpenAI's products, like Sora, allow users to generate videos from text descriptions, showcasing the versatility of its AI applications. Unlike many competitors, OpenAI operates under a capped profit model, which limits the profits it can make and ensures that excess earnings are redistributed to maximize the social benefits of AI. This commitment to safety and ethical considerations is central to its mission of ensuring that artificial general intelligence (AGI) serves all of humanity.