Software Engineer / Backend Developer

Mercor; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading talent marketplace is seeking experienced software engineers to improve AI-generated technical content. The role involves reviewing and validating API documentation, assessing model clarity, and providing actionable feedback. Ideal candidates should have 2+ years in backend systems, proficiency in languages like Python, and experience with technical documentation. This is a remote, short-term contract position with an expected commitment of 10-20 hours/week and compensation at $80/hour.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a software engineer focusing on backend or systems work.
• Proficiency in at least one major programming language (Python, Go, Java).
• Experience writing or maintaining technical documentation or API guides.
• Strong understanding of input validation and software design patterns.
• Excellent written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate AI-generated API documentation and guides.
• Identify implementation gaps and inaccuracies in technical outputs.
• Suggest or write improved code snippets and documentation content.
• Assess model responses for correctness and clarity.
• Provide feedback on input validation and error handling logic.

Skills

Backend systems understanding

Proficiency in Python

Tech documentation skills

Analytical skills

Job description

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

• Remote and asynchronous — set your own schedule

• Expected commitment: ~10–20 hours/week

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

• Tools and templates provided for structured contributions

5. Compensation & Contract Terms

• $80/hour

• U.S.-based

• Payments issued weekly via Stripe Connect

• You’ll be classified as an independent contractor

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

7. About Mercor

• Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations

• Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey

• Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI