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Urgent! Open Source Software Engineer - AI Job Opening In WorkFromHome – Now Hiring Mercor

Open Source Software Engineer AI



Job description

Join to apply for the Open Source Software Engineer - AI role at Mercor .

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 (Must-Have)

  • 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: 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

  • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check:
  • For any help or support, reach out to:

PS: Our team reviews applications daily.

Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

Seniority level

  • Not Applicable

Employment type

  • Part-time

Job function

  • Software Development

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Required Skill Profession

Software Development



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