Remote Python Engineer for AI Research (Contract)

Mercor; Germany (OH); Remote; USD 137,760; Part time

Job summary

A leading talent connection firm is seeking a Software Engineer to develop and maintain sophisticated Python systems remotely. Candidates must have experience with top US tech firms and a solid track record in Python development. Key responsibilities include optimizing system performance and collaborating with AI research teams. This is a contract position at an hourly rate of $100, requiring about 20 hours a week for a duration of one month.

Qualifications

• Experience working at top US tech firms.
• Proven track record with complex Python systems.
• Deep understanding of Python language fundamentals.
• Experience with modular, testable codebases using modern Python practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain complex, production-grade Python systems for real-world environments.
• Design modular, testable codebases using modern Python tooling and best practices.
• Optimize Python performance through profiling and memory optimization techniques.
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI research teams to improve model training.
• Work independently to meet deadlines.

Skills

Experience working at top US tech firms

Proven track record with complex Python systems

Deep understanding of Python language fundamentals

Experience with modular, testable codebases using modern Python practices

Job description

About The Job

About The Job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position: Software Engineer

Type: Contract

Compensation: $100/hour

Location: Remote

Duration: 1 month

Commitment: 20 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain complex, production-grade Python systems for real-world environments.
• Design modular, testable codebases using modern Python tooling and best practices like FastAPI and Pydantic.
• Optimize Python performance through profiling and memory optimization techniques.
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI research teams to improve model training and evaluation.
• Work independently to meet deadlines and enhance AI model performance.
  
  

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Experience working at top US tech firms.
• Proven track record with complex Python systems.
• Deep understanding of Python language fundamentals.
• Experience with modular, testable codebases using modern Python practices.
  
  

Interview Process

• 90 mins technical interview focused on Python. Feedback within two weeks.
  
  

Compensation & Legal

• Hourly contractor, Paid $100/hour
  
  

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume
• Submit form
  
  

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: [e-mail]
  
  

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

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