Software Engineer I (Entry Level)

Mercor
Part time
Software Development
Canada
Hiring from: Canada
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: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
  • For any help or support, reach out to: [email protected]

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

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