Software Engineer, Rust - AI Training (Freelance, Remote)

Alignerr; Calgary; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Alignerr is seeking an AI Tutor - Rust to utilize systems programming expertise to refine AI-generated code. This role involves reviewing Rust code for safety, identifying flaws in AI outputs, and effectively summarizing decision-making processes. Ideal candidates should have 3-5 years of Rust experience, strong communication skills, and a keen interest in AI.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Rust development or systems programming preferred.
• Fluent in English with strong communication skills.
• Deep interest in AI, compilers, or safe system design.

Responsibilities

• Review Rust code for memory safety, correctness, and idiomatic style.
• Identify and correct flaws in AI output or unclear logic.
• Summarize your approach and decisions clearly.

Skills

Rust

Memory safety

Systems programming

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s or PhD

Job description

Alignerr.com is a community of subject matter experts from several disciplines who align AI models by creating high-quality data in their field of expertise to build the future of Generative AI. Alignerr is operated by Labelbox, the leading data-centric AI platform for building intelligent applications. Teams leverage the Labelbox platform to integrate the latest advances in generative AI and LLMs, combining human supervision and automation to develop AI products and streamline data labeling and insights extraction.

Our current customers span industries such as insurance, retail, manufacturing/robotics, and healthcare, including Fortune 500 companies like Walmart, Procter & Gamble, Genentech, and Adobe. We are backed by top investors including SoftBank, Andreessen Horowitz, B Capital, Gradient Ventures, Databricks Ventures, Snowpoint Ventures, and Kleiner Perkins.

About the Role

Shape the future of AI with Rust! As an AI Tutor - Rust, you'll apply your systems programming expertise to improve AI-generated code, ensuring it aligns with Rust’s safety and performance standards.

Your Day-to-Day

• Review Rust code for memory safety, correctness, and idiomatic style.
• Solve complex systems-level problems using Rust and communicate your process effectively.
• Identify and correct flaws in AI output or unclear logic.
• Summarize your approach and decisions clearly and concisely.

About You

• Fluent in English with strong communication skills.
• Expertise in Rust: ownership model, lifetimes, borrowing, traits, and concurrency.
• 3-5 years of experience in Rust development or systems programming is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; Master’s or PhD is a plus.
• Deep interest in AI, compilers, or safe system design.

Alignerr values pay parity and transparent compensation discussions. The expected hourly rate range for US-based candidates is $15–$150 USD, depending on skills, experience, and location.

This is a freelance, hourly position—not an internship. Candidates must be authorized to work in their country of residence. Sponsorship is not available. International students on valid visas may apply; consult a tax or immigration advisor. We cannot provide employment documentation. Rates may vary outside the US.