Talent.com
Remote Backend Software Engineer: Python - AI Trainer ($80-$120 per hour)
Remote Backend Software Engineer: Python - AI Trainer ($80-$120 per hour)Mercor • Orland Park, Illinois, US
Remote Backend Software Engineer : Python - AI Trainer ($80-$120 per hour)

Remote Backend Software Engineer : Python - AI Trainer ($80-$120 per hour)

Mercor • Orland Park, Illinois, US
[job_card.variable_days_ago]
[job_preview.job_type]
  • [job_card.part_time]
  • [filters.remote]
[job_card.job_description]
  • Mercor is hiring experienced Python Engineers
  • to support a variety of high-impact research collaborations with leading AI labs. Freelancers will help improve AI systems through work extending coding benchmarks that reflect real-world development across diverse languages and domains. This is a unique opportunity to apply your engineering expertise toward shaping the next generation of intelligent systems.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and validate coding benchmarks in Python by curating issues, solutions, and test suites from real-world repositories - Ensure benchmark tasks include comprehensive unit and integration tests for solution verification - Maintain consistency and scalability of benchmark task distribution - Provide structured feedback on solution quality and clarity - Debug, optimize, and document benchmark code for reliability and reproducibility
  • Ideal Qualifications
  • 3–10 years of experience as a backend software engineer, ML engineer, or applied data scientist - Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field - Strong proficiency in Python - Experience with debugging, testing, and validating code - Comfortable with technical writing and attention to detail
  • Project Timeline
  • Start Date : Immediate - Duration : 1 month - Commitment : Part-time (15–20 hours / week) - Schedule : Fully remote and asynchronous – flexible working hours
  • Compensation & Contract
  • $80 per hour
  • plus lucrative bonus
  • per approved task (1 task takes approximately 1 hour to complete) - Median average pay inclusive of bonuses is $200 / hr - Independent contractor - Daily payment via Stripe Connect
  • Application & Onboarding Process
  • Upload your resume - AI interview : A short, 15-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and interest in the role - Brief assessment testing real-world coding ability, technical depth, and debugging approach - Follow-up communication within a few days with next steps and onboarding details \
  • About Mercor
  • Mercor is a San Francisco-based company specializing in connecting elite professionals with cutting-edge AI initiatives. Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. Thousands of professionals across engineering, research, and creative fields have partnered with Mercor on frontier projects shaping the future of AI.
  • Apply today and leverage your software engineering expertise to help build the future of AI-driven systems!
    • [job_alerts.create_a_job]

    Software Engineer Backend Python • Orland Park, Illinois, US

    [internal_linking.similar_jobs]
    Remote M&A Associate - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)

    Remote M&A Associate - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)

    Data Annotation • Naperville, Illinois
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time] +1
    We are looking for a finance professional to join our team to train AI models.You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,125 per week in Bourbonnais, IL

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,125 per week in Bourbonnais, IL

    AlliedTravelCareers • Bourbonnais, IL, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Core Medical Group to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in Bourbonnais, Illinois, 60914!. Client in IL seeking Physical Therapist : Outpatient / Clinic.We are...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,125 per week in Bourbonnais, IL

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,125 per week in Bourbonnais, IL

    AlliedTravelNetwork • Bourbonnais, IL, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    AlliedTravelNetwork is working with Core Medical Group to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in Bourbonnais, Illinois, 60914!. Client in IL seeking Physical Therapist : Outpatient / Clinic.We are...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Associate AI Engineer

    Associate AI Engineer

    OneStream Software • Naperville, IL, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    Associate Artificial Intelligence Engineer.Hybrid, USA (Birmingham, MI, Chicago, IL, For Lauderdale, FL, New York, NY).Range applies to US candidates only) + Benefits / Variable Comp / Equity - Range m...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Flexible Remote Work – Get Paid to Share Your Opinions on Top Brands

    Flexible Remote Work – Get Paid to Share Your Opinions on Top Brands

    OCPA • Frankfort, Illinois, us
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.part_time] +1
    Product Testers are wanted to work from home nationwide in the US to fulfill upcoming contracts with national and international companies. We guarantee 15-25 hours per week with an hourly pay of bet...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    AI Engineer

    AI Engineer

    Akaasa Technologies • Manhattan, Illinois, USA
    [job_card.full_time]
    More AI / LLM need but as a tech lead expanding visibility in institutional capital Python Azure • •doesnt need formal Agentic AI just yet but more use case to build steps • •POC.Could be less 10y...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,146 per week in Bourbonnais, IL

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,146 per week in Bourbonnais, IL

    AlliedTravelCareers • Bourbonnais, IL, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Prime HealthCare Staffing to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in Bourbonnais, Illinois, 60914!. Prime HealthCare Staffing, a national health care staffing...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Sr. AI Engineer - Contract - Remote - 6 months+

    Sr. AI Engineer - Contract - Remote - 6 months+

    Resource 1, Inc. • Joliet, IL, US
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time]
    Initial contract duration is 6 months, with expected extensions.This can be done 100% remotely from anywhere in the US.Selected individual will be brought in to help develop and deliver.AI solution...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Work from Home / Online Opportunity - Part-time with Flexible Scheduling & No Experience Necessary!

    Work from Home / Online Opportunity - Part-time with Flexible Scheduling & No Experience Necessary!

    HomeJobFinder • Elwood, IL
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.part_time]
    Remote Opportunity : Link Posting Marketing Rep (No Experience Needed!) Are you self-driven, reliable, and ready to earn from anywhere? We’re looking for motivated individuals to jo...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Remote Product Tester – $45 / hr + Free Products – Start Now!

    Remote Product Tester – $45 / hr + Free Products – Start Now!

    OCPA • Manhattan, Illinois, us
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.part_time] +1
    Product Testers are wanted to work from home nationwide in the US to fulfill upcoming contracts with national and international companies. We guarantee 15-25 hours per week with an hourly pay of bet...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Remote Side Hustle Developer

    Remote Side Hustle Developer

    Finance Buzz • Bourbonnais, Illinois, US
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time] +1
    This position is for individuals who want to develop a side income stream while still working full time.You will test different small-scale remote opportunities, learn what works, and grow what pro...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,146 per week in Bourbonnais, IL

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,146 per week in Bourbonnais, IL

    Prime HealthCare Staffing • Bourbonnais, IL, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    Prime HealthCare Staffing, a national health care staffing company with over 20 years in the business, is looking for an experienced Physical Therapist for a travel contract opportunity in a region...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Remote Online Tasks - Earn Up to $1,500 / month Playing Games

    Remote Online Tasks - Earn Up to $1,500 / month Playing Games

    Free Cash by Almedia • Frankfort, IL, United States
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time]
    Receive a $5 welcome bonus when you complete your first offer!Make money in your spare time by completing online tasks : . Take paid surveys (5-15 minutes each).Test new mobile games and apps.Share yo...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $1,746 to $1,816 per week in Bourbonnais, IL

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $1,746 to $1,816 per week in Bourbonnais, IL

    AlliedTravelCareers • BOURBONNAIS, IL, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with AMN Healthcare Allied to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in BOURBONNAIS, Illinois, 60914!. Job Description & Requirements.Physical Therapist - Outpat...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $1,746 to $1,816 per week in Bourbonnais, IL

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $1,746 to $1,816 per week in Bourbonnais, IL

    AlliedTravelNetwork • BOURBONNAIS, IL, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    AlliedTravelNetwork is working with AMN Healthcare Allied to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in BOURBONNAIS, Illinois, 60914!. Job Description & Requirements.Physical Therapist - Outpat...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Remote Consumer Insights Contributor (Hiring Immediately)

    Remote Consumer Insights Contributor (Hiring Immediately)

    Earn Haus • Bourbonnais, Illinois, US
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time] +1
    We are urgently looking for people interested in taking online surveys for Fortune 500 brands.If you are a self-starter, looking for flexible hours throughout the week, this may be for you! Earn up...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Travel Physical Therapist in Frankfort, IL - $9264 / month

    Travel Physical Therapist in Frankfort, IL - $9264 / month

    Vetted Health • Frankfort, IL, United States
    [job_card.temporary]
    Job Opportunity : Physical Therapist.Location : Tinley Park, Illinois.Facility : Jackson Therapy Partners.Provides specialized healthcare services in a clinical setting. Works collaboratively with heal...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    AI Writing Reviewer - Remote

    AI Writing Reviewer - Remote

    Outlier • Joliet, IL, United States
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time]
    Earn up to $15 / hour + performance bonuses.Outlier, a platform owned and operated by Scale AI, is looking for.If you're passionate about improving models and excited by the future of AI, this is you...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]