Software Developer

Mercor is seeking experienced software engineers to support a leading AI lab in advancing research and infrastructure for next-generation machine learning systems. This engagement focuses on diagnosing and solving real issues derived from major open-source repositories through hands-on coding debugging and validation. Its an opportunity to contribute your technical expertise to cutting-edge AI research while working independently and remotely on your own schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze and resolve software issues drawn from large open-source codebases

Write test and validate code solutions that address specific bugs or system inefficiencies

Implement and refine APIs database structures and backend components supporting AI workflows

Configure local development environments to replicate and investigate complex issues

Ideal Qualifications

1 years of professional software engineering experience in a fast-paced or technically demanding environment

Proven contribution history to one or more of the following open-source repositories is a must :

astropy / astropy

django / django

matplotlib / matplotlib

pytest-dev / pytest

scikit-learn / scikit-learn

sphinx-doc / sphinx

sympy / sympy

Advanced proficiency in Python API development and structured testing

Excellent analytical written and communication skills

Exceptional attention to detail and persistence in debugging complex systems

Residency in one of the following regions : United States United Kingdom Canada Australia or New Zealand.

More About the Opportunity

Fully remote and asynchronous complete work on your own schedule

Expected workload : 1020 hours per week with flexibility to scale up to 40 hours

Duration : open-ended engagement with potential for long-term collaboration

Project start date : mid to late October (applications reviewed on a rolling basis)

Compensation & Contract Terms

Independent contractor engagement through Mercor

Hourly compensation paid weekly via Stripe Connect

Payments based on services rendered; contractors maintain full control over their work schedule and methods

Application Process

Submit your resume and include links to your GitHub profile and relevant repository contributions

Applications reviewed continuously; shortlisted professionals will be contacted for next steps

Typical response time : within one week of submission

About Mercor

Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations

Our investors include Benchmark General Catalyst Adam DAngelo Larry Summers and Jack Dorsey

Thousands of professionals across domains like engineering research law and creative services have partnered with Mercor on frontier AI projects

Key Skills

Account Payable,C++,Community Support,Garment,Import & Export,Java

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1