Software Engineer - Open Source Contributions – Remote (Worldwide)

RemoteJobsOne; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 69,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

RemoteJobsOne is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to open source projects as a contractor. You’ll work remotely across borders, applying strong coding skills in Python, C++, Rust, Java, or TypeScript to build and refine features in active codebases and help train AI systems with real-world data.

This role emphasizes clear documentation, robust testing, and collaboration with distributed teams. Start immediately, with flexible milestones and compensation based on task completion.

Qualifications

• Expert-level proficiency in at least two of Python, C++, Java, Rust, Typescript, Go, or C#.
• Extensive open source contributions focusing on feature development and refactoring.
• Strong competitive programming and complex coding problem analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine features in open source codebases using Python3, Java, Rust, C++, and Typescript.
• Analyze and fix complex bugs for robust, maintainable solutions.
• Refactor legacy code to improve performance and readability.
• Contribute to code validation, ensuring accuracy and best coding practices.
• Collaborate remotely with contributors to review changes and document design.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Rust

Typescript

Open source contributions

Competitive programming

Documentation

Job description

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This is a fully remote position, open to candidates based in 55 countries, including United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, India, France, Netherlands, Singapore.

Pay: $50–$100/hr

Role Title: Software Engineer — Open Source Contributions

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

We are engaging Software Engineer — Open Source Contributions experts to participate in an impactful customer project focused on high-quality, open source software development. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next‑generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real‑world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Scope of Work

• Develop, implement, and refine new features within existing open source codebases using Python3, Java, Rust, C++, and Typescript.
• Analyze and resolve complex bugs, ensuring robust and maintainable solutions that align with project standards.
• Refactor and optimize legacy code to enhance performance, readability, and scalability.
• Contribute to code validation processes, focusing on accuracy, output consistency, and best coding practices.
• Utilize advanced algorithms and competitive programming techniques to conceptualize and deliver efficient solutions for intricate problems.
• Collaborate remotely with other contributors to review proposed changes and maintain project documentation.
• Deliver clear, concise technical write-ups to articulate solution design and implementation details.

Preferred Qualifications

• Expert‑level proficiency in at least two of the following: Python, C++, Java, Rust, Typescript, Go, or C#.
• Extensive experience in open source contributions, particularly in feature development, bug fixing, and codebase refactoring.
• Demonstrated expertise in competitive programming and complex coding problem analysis.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret multifaceted problem constraints and identify multiple solution pathways.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for clear, precise technical documentation and peer collaboration.
• Meticulous attention to detail in code review, validation, and maintenance.
• Comfort working independently in a remote, collaborative environment with a commitment to producing high‑quality, well‑documented code under project deadlines.

Compensation Structure

Compensation is output-based; experts are paid per task that meets the project specifications. The time required to complete work may vary depending on the expert’s experience and workflow. Minimum submission requirements apply. Experts must submit a minimum of tasks per week.

Start Timeline & Availability

We typically fill roles within 48 hours and are looking for experts ready to jump in right away. If selected, we expect you to start your first tasks within 24–48 hours of completing onboarding.