Software Developer (Active Github Contributor) @ AI Start-UpHatch • Australia

Software Developer (Active Github Contributor) @ AI Start-Up

Hatch • Australia

30+ days ago

Job description

Software Developer (Active Github Contributor) @ AI Start‑Up

Mercor is seeking experienced software engineers to support a leading AI lab in advancing research and infrastructure for next‑generation machine learning systems. This engagement focuses on diagnosing and solving real issues derived from major open‑source repositories through hands‑on coding, debugging, and validation. It’s an opportunity to contribute your technical expertise to cutting‑edge AI research while working independently and remotely on your own schedule.

Key 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.

Ideal Qualifications

1+ 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 is a must : astropy / astropy, django / django, matplotlib / matplotlib, pytest‑dev / pytest, sphinx‑doc / sphinx, sympy / sympy.

Advanced proficiency in Python, API development, and structured testing.

Excellent analytical, written, and communication skills.

Exceptional attention to detail and persistence in debugging complex systems.

Residency in United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.

More About The Opportunity

Fully remote and asynchronous — work on your own schedule.

Expected workload : 10–20 hours per week, with flexibility to scale up to 40 hours.

Duration : open‑ended engagement with potential for long‑term collaboration.

Project start date : mid to late October (applications reviewed on a rolling basis).

Compensation & Contract Terms

Independent contractor engagement through Mercor.

Hourly compensation, paid weekly via Stripe Connect.

Payments based on services rendered; contractors maintain full control over their work schedule and methods.

Application Process

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.

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

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