Data Scientist, Platform
OpenAISan Francisco, California, United States
Posted September 30, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company focused on ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits humanity. The company prioritizes safety and human needs in its development process, emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion to align with its mission of solving global challenges through AI. OpenAI's unique approach sets it apart by placing ethical considerations and societal impact at the forefront of its operations.
Job Description
OpenAI's Platform team is seeking a Data Scientist to drive data-driven initiatives for OpenAI’s API and B2B solutions. The role involves defining metrics for developer success, analyzing model impact, and collaborating with PMs and engineers to improve model quality. This is a hybrid position based in San Francisco, CA.
Requirements
- 5+ years in a quantitative role in ambiguous, high-growth environments
- Depth in SQL and Python
- Experience defining and operationalizing metrics from scratch (reliability, latency, cost)
- Strong cross-functional communication skills
- Strategic thinking with tradeoff considerations
Benefits
- Hybrid work model
- Relocation assistance
