Software Engineer - Open Source Contributions - Remote

YO AI Labs; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Output-based pay

Job summary

YO AI Labs is seeking skilled Software Engineers to contribute to open-source AI training projects. This remote contractor role focuses on feature development, bug fixes, refactoring, and performance optimization across multiple real-world codebases.

Ideal candidates have strong programming skills in Python, Java, Rust, C++, and TypeScript, with experience in open-source environments and independent remote work. Collaboration and clear documentation are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience contributing to open-source projects.
• Strong problem-solving and algorithms background.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in at least two programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement features in existing open-source projects.
• Fix complex bugs and improve code reliability.
• Refactor legacy code for better performance, scalability, and readability.
• Apply algorithms and efficient problem-solving techniques.
• Review and validate code against project standards.
• Collaborate with remote contributors and document technical solutions.
• Provide clear technical explanations of implementations.

Skills

Python 3

Java

Rust

C++

TypeScript

Algorithms & Problem Solving

Bug Fixing

Feature Implementation

Codebase Refactoring

Performance Optimization

Job description

Software Engineer — Open Source Contributions

Role Type: Contractor
Location: Remote

Seeking experienced Software Engineers to contribute to open-source development projects supporting AI training. You'll work on real-world codebases involving feature development, debugging, refactoring, and performance optimization. No prior AI experience is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement features in existing open-source projects.
• Fix complex bugs and improve code reliability.
• Refactor legacy code for better performance, scalability, and readability.
• Apply algorithms and efficient problem-solving techniques.
• Review and validate code against project standards.
• Collaborate with remote contributors and document technical solutions.
• Provide clear technical explanations of implementations.

Required Skills

• Python 3
• Java
• Rust
• C++
• TypeScript
• Algorithms & Problem Solving
• Bug Fixing
• Feature Implementation
• Codebase Refactoring
• Performance Optimization

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in at least two programming languages.
• Experience contributing to open-source projects.
• Background in competitive programming or complex algorithmic problem solving.
• Strong code review, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Compensation

Output-based: Payment is provided per completed task that meets project requirements. Minimum weekly submission requirements apply.

Start Timeline

Roles are typically filled within 48 hours. Selected candidates should be ready to begin within 24–48 hours after onboarding.