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Alignerr

Software Engineer - Python (Advanced)

Remote

United kingdom

$ 75 /hour

Junior

Freelance

27-01-2026

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Skills

Communication Problem Solving Python Data Analysis SQL Attention to detail Architecture Organization

Job Specifications

About The Role

We’re looking for an experienced Python Software Engineer to work on advanced, real-world engineering and data problems. This role is hands-on and analytical, focused on building, evaluating, and improving high-quality software and data workflows that support complex systems and AI-driven applications.

Organization: Alignerr Position: Software Engineer - Python (Advanced) Type: Hourly Contract / Task-based Compensation: $50–$75 /hour Location: Remote Commitment: 10–40 hours/week

What You’ll Do

Design, implement, and optimize advanced Python code for production-level systems
Analyze and manipulate structured datasets to support engineering and modeling workflows
Write and optimize SQL queries to extract, transform, and validate data
Review, debug, and improve existing codebases for performance, reliability, and maintainability
Translate ambiguous or high-level requirements into concrete technical solutions
Apply consulting-style problem solving to evaluate tradeoffs and recommend best-fit approaches
Document assumptions, decisions, and implementation details clearly and precisely

Who You Are

Must-Have Experience

4+ years of professional Software Engineering experience
Advanced proficiency in Python (clean architecture, performance considerations, debugging)
Strong data analysis experience working with real-world datasets
Solid SQL skills, including complex queries and data validation
Prior consulting or client-facing experience, with the ability to reason through open-ended problems

Nice-to-Have

Experience working with large or messy datasets
Familiarity with backend systems, APIs, or data pipelines
Comfort evaluating AI-generated code or analytical outputs
Strong written communication and attention to detail

Application Process (Takes 15-20 min)

Submit your resume
Complete a short screening
Project matching and onboarding

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

About the Company

We're looking for experts to help train better AI. At Alignerr, we offer paid, flexible projects for writers, coders, and subject matter experts to refine and align advanced artificial intelligence. Work when you want, where you want. Apply today at Alignerr.com or through our open Job Postings. Know more