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JavaScript/TypeScript Developer

Crossing Hurdles

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Original Job Summary

About the Role

The JavaScript/TypeScript Developer position is a contract role with Crossing Hurdles, where you will work with world-leading AI research labs to build and train cutting-edge AI models.

Position Details

Role: Rust, JavaScript/TypeScript, and Python Engineering with coding agent experience. Type: Hourly Contract Compensation: $70–$90/hour Location: Remote Duration: Minimum 2 weeks, potential for extension Commitment: Flexible 10–20 hours/week with potential to increase to 40 hours

Role Responsibilities

  • Use coding agents (e.g., Codex, Claude code) to perform realistic coding tasks on real-world codebases for next-generation ML applications.
  • Collaborate with AI research teams to build robust, high-performance software systems.
  • Contribute to open source projects and sophisticated personal projects on GitHub.
  • Communicate clearly and precisely with team members through written and verbal means.
  • Training support will be provided.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience with coding agents in a software engineering workflow.
  • Fluency in JavaScript/TypeScript programming.
  • A strong portfolio of open source contributions and personal projects.
  • Excellent attention to detail and rigorous problem solving.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Application Process

Process takes about 20 minutes. It includes resume upload, an AI interview based on your resume (15 min), and a short form submission.

Key skills/competency

  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • Rust
  • Python
  • Coding Agents
  • AI Research
  • Open Source
  • GitHub
  • Software Engineering
  • Communication

How to Get Hired at Crossing Hurdles

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight coding agent and JS/TS expertise.
  • Research Crossing Hurdles: Review their partner AI labs and projects.
  • Showcase open source work: Provide GitHub links of contributions.
  • Practice clear communication: Prepare concise project discussions.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review coding agent documentation.
Practice JavaScript/TypeScript challenges.
Contribute to GitHub open source projects.
Study real-world ML application code.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you solved a complex issue.
Explain project collaboration with remote teams.
Discuss handling feedback in high-pressure situations.
Share examples of clear written communication.