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Urgent! Senior Software Engineer | Upto $150/hr Remote Job Opening In WorkFromHome – Now Hiring Mercor

Senior Software Engineer | Upto $150/hr Remote



Job description

Overview

Senior Software Engineer | Remote (Mercor)

This role is an independent contractor position with Mercor, offering a compensation range of $120–$150/hour for remote work.

Location is remote; start dates are mid to late October with rolling applications.

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: 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.

Compensation & Engagement

  • Compensation: $120–$150/hour
  • Engagement type: Independent contractor through Mercor
  • Location: Remote
  • Duration: Open-ended
  • Commitment: 20–40 hours/week
  • Payments: Hourly, paid weekly via Stripe Connect

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.

Application Process

  • 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.

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Required Skill Profession

Software Architecture & Engineering



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