Software Engineer / Backend Developer (Junior / Senior)

1. Role Overview

Mercor is partnering with a leading AI research group to enhance the performance and reliability of code generation and reasoning models. We’re seeking experienced software engineers with a strong foundation in backend systems, documentation standards, and real-world programming constraints. This project centers on evaluating and improving AI-generated technical content — including API guides, code snippets, and documentation. This is a short-term, high-impact opportunity ideal for engineers who value clarity, correctness, and practical problem-solving.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Review and validate AI-generated API documentation, guides, and design notes

• Identify edge cases, implementation gaps, and inaccuracies in technical outputs

• Suggest or write improved code snippets and documentation content

• Assess model responses for correctness, clarity, and utility in real-world development

• Provide structured feedback on input validation and error handling logic

3. Ideal Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a software engineer with a focus on backend or systems work

• Proficiency in at least one major programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Java)

• Prior experience writing or maintaining technical documentation or API guides

• Strong understanding of input validation, defensive programming, and software design patterns

• Excellent written communication and analytical skills

4. More About the Opportunity

• Expected commitment: ~10–20 hours/week

• Short-term contract engagement, with potential for follow-on work

• Tools and templates provided for structured contributions

6. Application Process

• Submit your resume to get started

• You’ll then complete a short form to showcase your technical expertise

• If there’s a good fit, we’ll follow up within a few business days

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.

About Mercor

Mercor partners with leading AI labs and enterprises to train frontier models using human expertise. You will work on projects that focus on training and enhancing AI systems. You will be paid competitively, collaborate with leading researchers, and help shape the next generation of AI systems in your area of expertise.