OpenAI·Software Engineer

OpenAI Software Engineer interview experience

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Positive

San Francisco, CAPosted May 2022 · Candidate report, summarized by Dataford

I went into the interview process expecting the usual split between HR and technical rounds, but it turned into something more balanced than I’m used to.

It started with a recruiter screening, then I met with the hiring manager.

After that, I did a remote set of interviews where several people rotated through—around four or five individuals cycling through across the time. The standout detail for me was how respectful the process felt toward my time, and how the questions were thoughtful rather than just rapid-fire technical traps.

Yes, there was technical skills assessment, but a big emphasis was on fit and personality, especially around mission alignment. Overall, it felt like a breath of fresh air because it wasn’t purely about proving

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