Software Engineer I - Entry-Level

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: Hourly contractor
Compensation: $70–$110/hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: 24-hour sprint
Role Responsibilities

• Develop scalable APIs and service layers interfacing with advanced AI models.
• Configure environments and design databases for high-performance systems.
• Collaborate on real-world engineering work to support next-generation machine learning applications.
• Lead the creation of complex database schemas and ensure robust system architecture.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet tight deadlines.
  

Qualifications
Must-Have

• 3+ years of elite software engineering experience.
• Computer Science degree from a prestigious university in the U.S., Canada, or the UK.
• Expertise in API development, including creation, testing, and integration.
• Proficiency in SQL and database structuring.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  

Preferred

• Experience using coding agents in software engineering workflows.
• Success in leading teams in demanding environments.
  

Start Date

• Next 1–2 weeks
  

Interview Process

• Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
  

Compensation & Legal

• Hourly contractor
• Paid weekly via Stripe Connect
  

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:
• For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
  

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