Senior Software Engineer

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 Developer

Type: Independent Contractor
Compensation: $110–$125/hour
Location: Remote
Duration: 6 weeks
Commitment: 20+ hours/week

Role Responsibilities

• Write tasks and scenarios reflecting real-world software development work based on professional experience.
• Create realistic situations involving code development, debugging, system design, and technical problem-solving.
• Develop scenarios for code reviews, API integration, testing, deployment, and collaboration with development teams.
• Review and evaluate AI responses to software development queries for accuracy and technical precision.
• Provide detailed feedback on software engineering scenarios to improve AI training.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• 4+ years professional experience as a software developer in professional, scientific, and technical services.
• Demonstrated professional recognition and management responsibilities.
• Proficient with using computers and navigating various software systems.
• Excellent written communication with strong grammar and spelling skills.
• Pass video interview, background check, training, and qualification quiz.

Preferred

Average 14 years experience preferred.

Start Date

Immediately; applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

Compensation & Legal

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)

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume
• Submit form

Resources & Support

For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
For any help or support, reach out to: [email protected]

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