Mercor

Open Source Contributor - AI/ML

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This role is for an Open Source Contributor - AI/ML, offering $120–$150/hour for an open-ended contract. Requires 3+ years of software engineering experience, contributions to specific open-source projects, and advanced Python/API skills. Remote work available.
🌎 - Country
United Kingdom
💱 - Currency
$ USD
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💰 - Day rate
150
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🗓️ - Date
October 22, 2025
🕒 - Duration
Unknown
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🏝️ - Location
Remote
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📄 - Contract
1099 Contractor
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🔒 - Security
Unknown
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📍 - Location detailed
United Kingdom
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🧠 - Skills detailed
#Django #ML (Machine Learning) #API (Application Programming Interface) #Python #Pytest #AI (Artificial Intelligence) #Matplotlib #ADaM (Analysis Data Model) #GitHub
Role description
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: Independent Contractor Compensation: $120–$150/hour Location: Remote Duration: Open-ended Commitment: 20–40 hours/week Role Responsibilities • Analyze and resolve software issues drawn from large open-source codebases. • Write, test, and validate code solutions that address specific bugs or system inefficiencies. • Implement and refine APIs, database structures, and backend components supporting AI workflows. • Configure local development environments to replicate and investigate complex issues. • Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance. Qualifications Must-Have • 3+ years of professional software engineering experience in a fast-paced or technically demanding environment. • Proven contribution history to one or more of the following open-source repositories: astropy/astropy, django/django, matplotlib/matplotlib, pytest-dev/pytest, scikit-learn/scikit-learn, sphinx-doc/sphinx, sympy/sympy. • Advanced proficiency in Python, API development, and structured testing. • Excellent analytical, written, and communication skills. • Residency in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand. Start Date • Mid to late October; applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Compensation & Legal • Independent contractor engagement through Mercor. • Hourly compensation, paid weekly via Stripe Connect. Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete) • Submit your resume and include links to your GitHub profile and relevant repository contributions. • Applications reviewed continuously; shortlisted professionals will be contacted for next steps. • Typical response time: within one week of submission. 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: support@mercor.com PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. ,