Part Time
Quick Summary
Mercor is seeking a talented Software Engineer to join their team and contribute to cutting-edge AI research, connecting elite talent with leading AI labs. This freelance opportunity offers a flexible schedule and the chance to directly impact the performance of AI models. If you are passionate about AI and have a knack for technical problem-solving, this role is for you.
Key Responsibilities
- Craft realistic developer prompts across various categories, including code review, debugging, and error diagnosis.
- Source and adapt content from real pull requests to create authentic and engaging scenarios for AI training.
- Write clear and technically accurate model responses demonstrating strong reasoning and explanation quality.
- Collaborate with AI labs to enhance evaluation datasets, improving AI reasoning and technical judgment capabilities.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in software engineering, technical research, or educational content development.
- Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, Java, or C++.
- Proven experience with debugging, testing, and validating code to ensure high-quality outputs.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly compensation ranging from $70 to $120 per hour.
- Remote work opportunity, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
- Professional growth by working with leading AI research labs and contributing to innovative projects.
Required Skills
Python
JavaScript
Java
C++
Debugging
Testing
Technical Writing
Estimated Salary Range for Software Developer | Remote Only in San Francisco
BELOW AVERAGE
< $90k/yr
✨
AVERAGE RANGE
$90k - $110k
/year
ABOVE AVERAGE
> $110k/yr
đź’ˇ Salary estimates based on aggregated data from public sources. Actual salaries may vary.
Job Description
About The Job
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Position: Software Engineer
Type: Freelance
Compensation: $70–$120/hour
Duration: 1–2 months
Commitment: 15–25 hours/week, with flexibility up to 40 hours/week
Role Responsibilities
• Craft realistic developer prompts across multiple categories, such as code review, debugging, and error diagnosis.
• Source and adapt content from real PRs to create authentic scenarios.
• Write clear, technically accurate model responses demonstrating strong reasoning and explanation quality.
• Collaborate with AI labs to enhance evaluation datasets for AI reasoning and technical judgment.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.
Qualifications
Must-Have
• 2+ years of experience in software engineering, technical research, or educational content development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in languages like Python, JavaScript, Java, or C++.
• Experience with debugging, testing, and validating code.
• Comfortable with technical writing and attention to detail.
Preferred
• Advanced degree in Software Engineering or related field.
Start Date
• Immediate
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
• Upload resume
• AI interview: A short, 15-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and interest in the role
• Follow-up communication within a few days with next steps and onboarding details
Resources & Support
• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
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