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Sr. Software Engineer Remote $150 / hr Max

Sr. Software Engineer Remote $150 / hr Max

MercorWorkFromHome, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand
7 days ago
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Sr. Software Engineer Remote $150 / hr Max

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This range is provided by Mercor. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

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.

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.
  • Resources & Support

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  • PS : Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

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