Software Engineer

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About the Role

A leading AI research initiative is seeking experienced Software Engineers with hands-on code agent experience to contribute to a frontier project at the intersection of AI and software development. In this Software Engineer role, you will work with cutting-edge coding agents to perform realistic programming tasks on real-world codebases, enhancing the accuracy and reasoning capabilities of next-generation AI systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Use AI coding agents (e.g., Codex, Claude Code) to perform and refine coding tasks.
• Contribute in Rust, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Python across diverse codebases.
• Write clean, efficient, production-grade code.
• Review and validate AI-generated code for quality and maintainability.
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers and engineers.

Ideal Qualifications

• Proven experience using AI-assisted coding agents.
• Strong proficiency in Rust, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Python.
• Contributions to open-source or strong personal projects on GitHub.
• Degree in Computer Science or related field from a top-tier university.
• Based in the U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.

Project Timeline & Contract

Start Date: Early October (applications reviewed on a rolling basis). Duration: Minimum 2 weeks with potential extension. Commitment: 10–20 hours/week (option up to 40 hours/week). Fully remote and asynchronous schedule allows flexible work hours.

Compensation & Payment

Hourly Rate: $70–$90 USD, based on experience and skill. Contract Type: Independent contractor with weekly payouts via Stripe Connect.

Key skills/competency

• AI coding agents
• Rust
• JavaScript
• TypeScript
• Python
• Code review
• Collaboration
• Software development
• Open-source
• Analytical skills