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About the TeamOpenAI, in close collaboration with our capital partners, is building the world’s most advanced AI infrastructure ecosystem through the Stargate program—an initiative to develop massive next-generation datacenter campuses in partnership with industry leaders.The Physical Infrastructure team sits at the center of this effort, driving infrastructure strategy and execution from site development through full operational readiness. This team operates at the intersection of technical infrastructure, delivery, operations, and commercial partnerships, working across internal teams and external partners to enable large-scale AI compute deployments.About the RoleWe are seeking an Infrastructure Partnership Delivery Lead – Stargate to own partnership and delivery from construction through compute readiness across one of our most critical infrastructure relationships.This role serves as the primary delivery owner and strategic operational interface for key Stargate programs, ensuring successful execution across construction, datacenter operations, hardware deployment, and partner ecosystems. You will operate across technical infrastructure, delivery execution, and partnership management to ensure infrastructure programs move quickly, efficiently, and reliably from buildout through operational readiness.This is a people management role requiring strong physical infrastructure experience, delivery leadership through turn-up, and the ability to navigate complex multi-partner environments with urgency and clarity.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn operational delivery for major Stargate infrastructure programs across partner-operated datacenter campusesServe as OpenAI’s primary delivery interface with strategic infrastructure partnersCoordinate execution across construction, facilities, hardware deployment, and infrastructure operations teamsDrive operational readiness for large-scale AI compute infrastructureManage day-to-day collaboration with partner operations, construction, and delivery teamsEnsure alignment between partner execution and OpenAI infrastructure prioritiesIdentify and remove blockers impacting datacenter deployment and operational readinessDrive resolution of complex operational issues across multiple organizationsEstablish operational rhythms, reporting, and escalation paths for major delivery programsWork closely with internal teams including infrastructure engineering, datacenter operations, hardware deployment, networking, and supply chainAlign technical execution with commercial and operational commitmentsEnsure infrastructure programs meet schedule, reliability, and scale targetsBalance tactical operational execution with long-term infrastructure strategyDevelop scalable processes for managing large infrastructure partnershipsContribute to operational models that support OpenAI’s expanding AI infrastructure footprintQualifications12+ years of experience in infrastructure delivery, datacenter operations, or large-scale technical program executionExperience managing complex partner relationships in infrastructure, cloud, or hyperscale environmentsStrong understanding of physical infrastructure operations (datacenters, facilities, construction, or network/hardware deployment)Experience coordinating cross-functional programs across engineering, operations, and external partnersAbility to navigate ambiguity and drive outcomes across distributed teamsPreferred SkillsExperience with hyperscale datacenter development or operationsExperience managing infrastructure delivery with major cloud or infrastructure providersBackground in construction, datacenter campus buildouts, or infrastructure deployment programsStrong operational leadership in large-scale mission-critical environmentsTrack record of leading complex infrastructure initiatives with significant external partnersAbout OpenAIOpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of the capabilities of AI systems and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products. AI is an extremely powerful tool that must be created with safety and human needs at its core, and to achieve our mission, we must encompass and value the many different perspectives, voices, and experiences that form the full spectrum of humanity.We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.Background checks for applicants will be administered in accordance with applicable law, and qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment consistent with those laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, for US-based candidates.For unincorporated Los Angeles County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: protect computer hardware entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon termination of employment or end of assignment; and maintain the confidentiality of proprietary, confidential, and non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected information technology systems and related data security obligations.We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, and requests can be made via this link.At OpenAI, we believe artificial intelligence has the potential to help people solve immense global challenges, and we want the upside of AI to be widely shared. Join us in shaping the future of technology.CompensationThe base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. If the role is non-exempt, overtime pay will be provided consistent with applicable laws. In addition to the salary range listed above, total compensation also includes generous equity, performance related bonus for eligible employees and benefits.BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings AccountsPre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)401(k) retirement plan with employer matchPaid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents), plus paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees13+ paid company holidays, and multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge, plus paid sick and safe time (1 hour per 30 hours worked)Mental health and wellness supportEmployer-paid basic life and disability coverageAnnual learning and development stipend to fuel your professional growthDaily meals in our offices, and meal delivery credits as eligibleRelocation support for eligible employeesAdditional taxable fringe benefits, such as charitable donation matching and wellness stipends, may also be provided.This role is at-will and OpenAI reserves the right to modify base pay and other compensation components at any time based on individual performance, team or company results, or market conditions.
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