Senior Software Engineer - Remote $150 / hr

Senior Software Engineer – Remote – $150 / hr

Mercor is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to work remotely with compensation ranging from $120‑$150 per hour. This independent contractor position is open‑ended and requires 20‑40 hours per week.

About Mercor

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.

Role 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.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.

Qualifications – Must‑Have

Start Date & Duration

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

Compensation & Legal

Application Process

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