Remote Senior Software Engineer / Coding Expert - AI Trainer ($120-$120 per hour)
MercorMethuen, Massachusetts, US
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Role Overview • • Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI research team to advance DeepResearch-2-App pipelines that simulate real-world code generation tasks.
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Remote Senior Software Engineer / Coding Expert - AI Trainer ($120-$120 per hour)
MercorMethuen, Massachusetts, US
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1\. Role Overview
Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI research team to advance DeepResearch-2-App pipelines that simulate real-world code generation tasks. We’re seeking senior-level software engineers to serve as independent evaluators and supervisors in this process. You’ll help assess and refine AI-generated code across a wide range of domain-specific scenarios, with a focus on feasibility, functionality, and test coverage. This is a part-time, project-based contract ideal for highly experienced engineers looking to contribute to cutting-edge AI evaluation.
2\. Key Responsibilities
Review domain-generated prompts and assess their feasibility from a coding perspective
Supervise model outputs and validate Docker file execution
Design and implement 40–60 unit tests per evaluation set
Review peer-generated unit tests for completeness and robustness
Execute unit tests and confirm code performance and reliability
3\. Ideal Qualifications
6+ years of professional software engineering experience
Deep specialization in backend or full-stack development, with testing and evaluation experience
Strong ability to assess technical feasibility and debug complex systems
Experience with Docker and automated testing frameworks
Detail-oriented mindset and ability to provide structured technical feedback
4\. More About the Opportunity
Remote and asynchronous — set your own schedule
Estimated workload : ~20 hours per week
Project-based contract, with ongoing need for evaluations
5\. Compensation & Contract Terms
$120 / hour for all services rendered
Paid weekly via Stripe Connect
You’ll be classified as an independent contractor
6\. Application Process
Submit your resume to get started
Complete a brief form to detail your technical expertise
If selected, you’ll receive onboarding materials and sample tasks