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Software Engineer I - Entry Level

Montreal, Quebec, CanadaOnsitePart TimeJunior / Entry-level$50–$150 /hrPosted 3 months ago

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Role summary

Mercor is seeking a freelance Software Engineer for a short-term engagement (1-2 months) to assist leading AI research labs. This role involves reviewing and refining AI-generated content, validating algorithms, and providing technical feedback. The position requires 2+ years of software engineering or technical research experience, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and proficiency in languages like Python, JavaScript, Java, or C++. Candidates must be comfortable with debugging, testing, and technical writing. The role offers flexible hours (15-25/week, up to 40) with compensation ranging from $50-$150/hour.

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:
Freelance
Compensation:
$50–$150/hour
Duration:
1–2 months
Commitment:
15–25 hours/week, with flexibility up to 40 hours/week
Role 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.
  • Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.

Qualifications
Must-Have

  • 2+ years of experience in software engineering, technical research, or educational content development.
  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Strong proficiency in languages like Python, JavaScript, Java, or C++.
  • Experience with debugging, testing, and validating code.
  • Comfortable with technical writing and attention to detail.

Start Date

  • Immediate

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

  • Upload 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

Resources & Support

  • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
  • For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

*PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.*
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