Software Engineering Expert (Java,Python, C++,JavaScript)

Mercor is hiring experienced Software Engineering professionals to support a variety of high-impact research collaborations with leading AI labs. Freelancers will help improve AI systems through work on code validation, prompt refinement, algorithmic evaluation, and model benchmarking.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your engineering expertise toward shaping the next generation of intelligent systems.

• *Key Responsibilities
• Review and refine AI-generated prompts, responses, and code
• Validate algorithms and software concepts for technical accuracy
• Provide structured feedback on solution quality and clarity
• Tag and organize content by topic, difficulty, or language
• Support benchmarking efforts to assess model capabilities
• *Ideal Qualifications
• 2+ years of experience in software engineering, technical research, or educational content development
• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (Bachelor’s minimum; advanced degree preferred)
• Strong proficiency in languages like Python, JavaScript, Java, or C++, among other popular languages
• Experience with debugging, testing, and validating code
• Comfortable with technical writing and attention to detail
• *Project Timeline
• Start Date: Immediate
• Duration: 1–2 months
• Commitment: Part-time (15–25 hours/week, with flexibility up to 40 hours/week)
• *Application & Onboarding Process
• Upload your resume
• AI interview: A short, 15-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and interest in the role
• Follow-up communication within a few days with next steps and onboarding details

Apply today and leverage your software engineering expertise to help build the future of AI-driven systems!

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Contract and Payment Terms

• You will be engaged as an independent contractor.
• This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule.
• Projects can be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance.
• Your work at Mercor will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution.
• Payments are weekly on Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
• Please note: We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time.