Software Engineer / Backend Developer (Junior / Senior) Job at Mercor, San Francisco, CA

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  • Mercor
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

1. Role Overview

Mercor is partnering with a leading AI research group to enhance the performance and reliability of code generation and reasoning models. We’re seeking experienced software engineers with a strong foundation in backend systems, documentation standards, and real-world programming constraints. This project centers on evaluating and improving AI-generated technical content — including API guides, code snippets, and documentation. This is a short-term, high-impact opportunity ideal for engineers who value clarity, correctness, and practical problem-solving.

2. Key Responsibilities

  • Review and validate AI-generated API documentation, guides, and design notes

  • Identify edge cases, implementation gaps, and inaccuracies in technical outputs

  • Suggest or write improved code snippets and documentation content

  • Assess model responses for correctness, clarity, and utility in real-world development

  • Provide structured feedback on input validation and error handling logic

3. Ideal Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience as a software engineer with a focus on backend or systems work

  • Proficiency in at least one major programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Java)

  • Prior experience writing or maintaining technical documentation or API guides

  • Strong understanding of input validation, defensive programming, and software design patterns

  • Excellent written communication and analytical skills

4. More About the Opportunity

  • Remote and asynchronous — set your own schedule

  • Expected commitment: ~10–20 hours/week

  • Short-term contract engagement, with potential for follow-on work

  • Tools and templates provided for structured contributions

5. Compensation & Contract Terms

  • $80/hour

  • U.S.-based

  • Payments issued weekly via Stripe Connect

  • You’ll be classified as an independent contractor

6. Application Process

  • Submit your resume to get started

  • You’ll then complete a short form to showcase your technical expertise

  • If there’s a good fit, we’ll follow up within a few business days

7. About Mercor

  • Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations

  • Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey

  • Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, For contractors, Summer work,

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