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Senior Software Development EngineerMercor • WorkFromHome, Auckland, New Zealand
Senior Software Development Engineer

Senior Software Development Engineer

Mercor • WorkFromHome, Auckland, New Zealand
30+ days ago
Job description

Software Engineer – Independent Contractor – Remote – Mercor

Compensation : $80–$110 per hour

Duration : Open‑ended

Commitment : 10–40 hours per week

Start Date : Mid to late October

Role Responsibilities

  • Analyze and resolve software issues from large open‑source codebases.
  • Write, test, and validate code solutions addressing 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.
  • Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of professional software engineering experience.
  • Proven contribution history to open‑source repositories such as 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.
  • Residency in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.
  • Interview Process

  • Submit your resume and include links to your GitHub profile and relevant repository contributions.
  • Applications are reviewed continuously; shortlisted professionals will be contacted for next steps.
  • Typical response time : within one week of submission.
  • Compensation & Legal

  • 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 are reviewed continuously; shortlisted professionals will be contacted for next steps.
  • Resources & Support

  • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check :
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