### **Role Overview**
Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI research organization seeking exceptional early-career software engineers from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. This short-term engagement offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and optimization of advanced AI systems. Participants will work on high-impact engineering projects requiring strong technical execution, precision, and adaptability. This is a 2-week project-based contract ideal for independent contributors with strong software engineering fundamentals.
### **Key Responsibilities**
– Evaluate and annotate code snippets, scripts, and software tasks for accuracy and quality.
– Identify logical errors, inefficiencies, and improvements in code samples.
– Provide structured feedback on programming logic, implementation, and clarity.
– Work independently to meet daily annotation and review goals.
– Maintain consistency and precision when applying labeling guidelines.
### **Ideal Qualifications**
– Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
– Proficiency in more than one major programming language (Python, C++, Go, or Java).
– Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, debugging, and code analysis.
– Exceptional analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
– Prior experience working on structured software engineering evaluations or benchmarks is a plus.
– Residency in one of the following regions: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.
### **More About the Opportunity**
– Fully remote and asynchronous — set your own schedule.
– Expected commitment: 20–30 hours per week.
– Project duration: approximately 2 weeks.
– Short-term, high-intensity contract supporting cutting-edge AI development.
### **Compensation & Contract Terms**
– Payments processed weekly via Stripe Connect.
– Engagement structured as an **independent contractor** relationship.
### **Application Process**
– Submit your resume and/or GitHub portfolio to begin.
– Complete a required technical assessment as part of the selection process.
– Applicants will be notified of next steps within 5–7 business days after submission.
### **About Mercor**
– Mercor is a talent marketplace connecting 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 engineering, research, law, and creative fields collaborate through Mercor on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI.
