Backend Software Engineer (Python) | $100/hr Remote | Mercor

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Organization: Mercor

Position: Backend Software Engineer: Python

Type: Hourly contract

Compensation: $80–$120 per hour (Median inclusive of bonuses: $200/hr)

Location: Remote

Commitment: 10–40 hours/week

Role Responsibilities (Training support will be provided)

• Develop and validate coding benchmarks in Python using real-world repositories and issue datasets.
• Implement comprehensive unit and integration tests for solution verification.
• Maintain consistency, reliability, and scalability of benchmark distribution.
• Debug, optimize, and document benchmark code for performance and reproducibility.
• Provide structured, detailed feedback on solution quality and design clarity.

Requirements

• Strong experience as a backend software engineer, ML engineer, or applied data scientist.
• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Advanced proficiency in Python programming and debugging.
• Strong skills in testing, validation, and optimization of code.
• Excellent attention to detail and technical documentation.

Application Process (Takes 20 min)

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume (15 min)
• Submit form