Software Engineer - Open Source Contributions - Remote

Yo Ai Labs; Auckland; Remote; NZD 83,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Yo Ai Labs is seeking Software Engineers to contribute to open-source AI training projects. You will work on real-world codebases, implementing features, debugging, refactoring, and optimizing performance. No prior AI experience is required.

Role is contract-based with remote work and a rapid onboarding timeline. Candidates should be proficient in Python 3 and capable of contributing across multiple languages and paradigms, including C++, Java, Rust, and TypeScript.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Python 3 and at least two other languages.
• Experience contributing to open-source projects or competitive programming.
• Strong problem-solving, code review, and documentation skills.

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.