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Backend Software Engineer - Python at Mercor
posted 10 months agoBackend Python Engineer | $80–120/hr + Bonuses | Remote Worldwide
Mercor is seeking experienced Python Engineers to support high-impact research collaborations with leading AI labs. This unique opportunity allows you to apply your engineering expertise toward shaping the next generation of intelligent systems by developing coding benchmarks that reflect real-world development scenarios.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and validate coding benchmarks in Python by curating issues, solutions, and test suites from real-world repositories
- Ensure benchmark tasks include comprehensive unit and integration tests for solution verification
- Maintain consistency and scalability of benchmark task distribution
- Provide structured feedback on solution quality and clarity
- Debug, optimize, and document benchmark code for reliability and reproducibility
Ideal Qualifications
- 3–10 years of experience as a backend software engineer, ML engineer, or applied data scientist
- Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- Strong proficiency in Python
- Experience with debugging, testing, and validating code
- Comfortable with technical writing and attention to detail
Project Details
- Start Date: Immediate
- Duration: 1 month
- Commitment: Part-time (15–20 hours/week)
- Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous with flexible working hours
Compensation
- $80 per hour plus lucrative bonuses per approved task (approximately 1 hour per task)
- Median average pay inclusive of bonuses is $200/hr
- Independent contractor position
- Daily payment via Stripe Connect
Application Process
- Upload your resume
- Complete a 15-minute AI interview to discuss your background and experience
- Brief assessment testing real-world coding ability and debugging approach
- Receive follow-up communication within a few days with next steps
About Mercor
Mercor is a San Francisco-based company connecting elite professionals with cutting-edge AI initiatives. Backed by Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey, thousands of professionals have partnered with Mercor on frontier projects shaping the future of AI.
Apply today and leverage your software engineering expertise to help build the future of AI-driven systems!
How to apply for this role
- Upload your resume — keep it up-to-date and in English. Mercor will auto-fill your profile from it.
- Complete the AI interview — a 15-minute conversation about your experience. Be ready to discuss specific projects and challenges you've solved.
- Submit your application — only about 20% of applicants finish all the steps, so completing yours puts you well ahead.