Back End Developer

We are hiring software engineers to assist a leading AI research lab with environment setup and dependency management for open-source Python projects. Your work will focus on configuring development environments, resolving dependency issues, and ensuring tests pass across various codebases. This is a remote, flexible role.

Job requirements

• Expertise in Python, ideally at least 2 years of industry experience.
• Familiarity with setting up development environments.
• High attention to detail as well as exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• (Strongly Preferred) Lots of activity on Github, in particular lots of commits over the past year.

More details about the role

• This project is focused on reviewing Python push requests in Github. It may slightly evolve with time, but strong Python competency is required anyway.
• The project has a 2 week trial period up front to see if it’s a good mutual fit, and will extend beyond that based on performance.
• You will be expected to commit between 20-40 hours per week. The hours are fully flexible and the opportunity is remote.

Role Logistics

• You’ll be paid weekly via Stripe Connect.
• You’ll be an independent contractor, working through Mercor.
• The advertised pay range is for US-based candidates, but we strive to keep rates competitive for all geographies.

About Mercor

• Our team is based in San Francisco, CA.
• We specialize in recruiting experts for top AI labs.
• Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.