OpenAI is actively hiring in India in its solutions architect teams, according to its job posting on LinkedIn. These teams work with startups and large businesses to help them build and use generative AI (GenAI) tools. The hirings are part of the Microsoft-back AI-giant’s expansion into the India market.
As per OpenAI’s job listing, a ‘Solutions Architect’ will work closely with startups, helping them build and scale applications using OpenAI’s APIs and other tools. “You will have the opportunity to work on the most novel and creative use cases being built on our API, serving as a critical partner in collecting and delivering high-fidelity product and model feedback internally. You will collaborate closely with Sales, Solutions Engineering, Applied Research, and Product teams, and you will report to the Startups Solutions Architecture Lead. This role will be based remotely in Bangalore,” the job posting stated.
Global AI firms eye India’s market
AI companies around the world are turning their attention to the Indian market. Many are offering access to powerful AI models, opening offices and building local teams to tap into India’s rapidly growing digital and startup ecosystem. India is already one of OpenAI’s biggest markets – second only to the US. In October, Thomas Jeng, who leads startup initiatives at OpenAI, visited India. Other senior executives, including Oliver Jay, OpenAI’s managing director for international operations, are expected to visit this month.
OpenAI planning massive $1 trn-IPO
OpenAI, has reportedly started preparing for its stock market debut, which could value it at around $1 trillion, Reuters reported citing people familiar with the matter. If this happens, it would be among the biggest IPOs in history.
The company is considering filing for an IPO with market regulators as early as the second half of 2026. In its initial talks, the company has discussed raising at least $60 billion and possibly even more. However, these discussions are still in the early stages and the final details – including the amount to be raised and the timeline – could change based on how the company grows and how market conditions evolve, the outlet reported.
