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Top-Tiered Software Engineering Expert

Top-Tiered Software Engineering Expert

Remote

London, United kingdom

Mid level

Full Time

18-11-2025

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Skills

Communication Python Java JavaScript Stripe Research Technical Writing Attention to detail benchmarking C++

Job Specifications

Mercor is hiring experienced Top-Tiered Senior Software Engineering professionals to support a variety of high-impact research collaborations with leading AI labs. Freelancers will help improve AI systems through work on code validation, prompt refinement, algorithmic evaluation, and model benchmarking.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your engineering expertise toward shaping the next generation of intelligent systems.

Key Responsibilities

Review and refine AI-generated prompts, responses, and code
Validate algorithms and software concepts for technical accuracy
Provide structured feedback on solution quality and clarity
Tag and organize content by topic, difficulty, or language
Support benchmarking efforts to assess model capabilities

Ideal Qualifications

5+ years of experience in software engineering, technical research, or educational content development
Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (Bachelor’s minimum; advanced degree preferred) in Top US Colleges or Universities.
Strong proficiency in languages like Python, JavaScript, Java, or C++, among other popular languages
Experience with debugging, testing, and validating code
Comfortable with technical writing and attention to detail

Project Timeline

Start Date: Mid to Late November
Commitment: Part-time (15–25 hours/week, with flexibility up to 40 hours/week)
Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous – flexible working hours

Compensation & Contract

Competitive hourly rate based on experience ($80–$160 USD/hr)
Independent contractor
Daily payment via Stripe Connect

Application & Onboarding Process

Upload your resume
AI interview: A short, 15-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and interest in the role
Follow-up communication within a few days with next steps and onboarding details

About Mercor Mercor is a San Francisco-based company specializing in connecting elite professionals with cutting-edge AI initiatives. Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. Thousands of professionals across engineering, research, and creative fields have partnered with Mercor on frontier projects shaping the future of AI.

Apply today and leverage your software engineering expertise to help build the future of AI-driven systems!