AI Software Engineer - Remote

MercorWorkFromHome, Wellington, New Zealand

23 hours ago

Job description

Base Pay Range

$120.00 / hr - $150.00 / hr

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 : Independent Contractor

Compensation : $120–$150 / hour

Location : Remote

Duration : Open-ended

Commitment : 20–40 hours / week

Role Responsibilities

Analyze and resolve software issues from large open-source codebases.
Write, test, and validate code solutions for 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.

Must-Have Qualifications

3+ 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 the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.

Start Date

Mid to late October; applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Interview Process

Applications 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 (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

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

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