Remote Open-Source Software Engineer (Contract)

Appsierra Group; United States; On-site; USD 104,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

Appsierra Group is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to open-source projects from a remote setting. You will work on AI training related features within established codebases, implementing new functionality, fixing bugs, refactoring, and improving performance.

You should be proficient in multiple languages (Python, C++, Java, Rust, TypeScript) and have proven open-source contributions. Strong problem-solving, code review, and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Expert-level proficiency in at least two relevant programming languages.
• Extensive practical experience contributing to open-source software.
• Demonstrated experience with feature development, bug fixing, debugging, and codebase refactoring.
• Strong understanding of algorithms and complex problem solving.
• Ability to analyze multifaceted technical requirements and identify effective solutions.
• Strong code review and validation skills with attention to correctness and performance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for documentation and remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently within a distributed development environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine features within established open-source codebases.
• Work across languages such as Python, Java, Rust, C++, and TypeScript.
• Investigate and resolve complex bugs while maintaining code quality.
• Refactor existing or legacy code to improve performance and maintainability.
• Validate code and solutions for correctness and reliability.
• Apply algorithms to solve complex engineering problems efficiently.
• Review proposed changes and collaborate remotely with others.
• Maintain and improve technical documentation and write clear design write-ups.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Rust

TypeScript

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Job description

Appsierra Group is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to open-source projects from a remote setting. You will work on AI training related features within established codebases, implementing new functionality, fixing bugs, refactoring, and improving performance.

You should be proficient in multiple languages (Python, C++, Java, Rust, TypeScript) and have proven open-source contributions. Strong problem-solving, code review, and documentation skills are essential.