AI Software Engineer ( LLM ) $40 – $60/hr Remote

Phiture; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI research lab is seeking Software Engineers skilled in Python for flexible, remote support on open-source projects. This role involves setting up development environments and resolving dependency issues, ensuring tests run smoothly across various codebases.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in Python.
• Familiarity with dependency management tools (pip, poetry, conda).
• Consistent GitHub activity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Configure Python development environments across multiple projects.
• Resolve complex dependency and package management issues.
• Review and test GitHub pull requests for code stability.

Skills

Python

Virtual environments

Dependency management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

About the Role

A leading AI research lab is looking for software engineers to support open-source Python projects. The work focuses on setting up development environments, resolving dependency issues, and ensuring tests pass reliably across different codebases. This is a remote and flexible opportunity suited for engineers with strong Python skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Configure Python development environments across multiple projects
• Resolve complex dependency and package management issues
• Review and test GitHub pull requests to ensure code stability
• Collaborate asynchronously with a global team
• Maintain a high standard of documentation and communication

Requirements

• 2+ years of professional experience in Python
• Familiarity with virtual environments, dependency management tools (e.g., pip, poetry, conda)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Strongly preferred: Consistent GitHub activity, with regular commits over the past year

Project Details

• Initial 2-week trial period to assess mutual fit
• Role may evolve over time, but core focus remains on Python ecosystem and environment setup
• Expected commitment: 20–40 hours per week, fully flexible
• Fully remote

Compensation & Logistics

• Paid weekly via Stripe Connect
• Independent contractor role
• Pay range listed is for US-based candidates; compensation will be competitive globally