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Open-Source AI EngineerMercor • WorkFromHome, New Zealand
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Open-Source AI Engineer

Open-Source AI Engineer

Mercor • WorkFromHome, New Zealand
19 days ago
Job description

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

$80–$110 per hour

Location

Remote

Duration

Open-ended

Commitment

10–40 hours per week

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 like astropy, django, matplotlib, pytest, scikit-learn, sphinx, 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.
  • Start Date

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

    Interview 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.
  • 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 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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