Backend Engineer (Train AI Models Part Time!)
hackajob · United States
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- $70,000 / year
- United States
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Backend Engineer (Train AI Models Part Time!)
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Job highlights
- Part-time remote role for AI model training.
- Design occupation-related questions for AI research.
- Requires 4+ years of full-time work experience.
- Flexible schedule, 15+ hours per week commitment.
- Contractor role with competitive hourly pay.
About the role
Backend Engineer AI Model Training (Part-Time)
Mercor is seeking a Backend Engineer to contribute to a research project for a top AI company. This role involves designing questions related to your professional occupation and training AI models.
Role Details
- Design questions related to your occupation based on your professional experience.
- Work on a research project for a leading AI company.
- Train and enhance AI systems.
Applicant Requirements
- Minimum of 4 years of full-time work experience in your occupation.
- Must be based in the US, UK, or Canada.
- Access to a desktop or laptop computer (Chromebooks are not accepted).
Compensation and Schedule
- Competitive hourly compensation based on professional background and location.
- Minimum commitment of 15 hours per week.
- Project duration is estimated at 6 months, with potential for extension.
- Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise.
Contract Terms
- Engaged as an independent contractor.
- Fully remote role with flexible scheduling.
- Work does not involve access to confidential information.
- Unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates.
About Mercor
Mercor collaborates with leading AI labs and enterprises to leverage human expertise for training frontier models. Join us to shape the future of AI systems.
Key skills/competency
- Backend Engineering
- AI Model Training
- Research Projects
- Question Design
- Independent Contractor
- Remote Work
- AI Systems
- Full-Time Experience
- US, UK, Canada
- Part-Time
Skills & topics
- Backend Engineer
- AI Model Training
- Remote
- Part-Time
- Contractor
- US
- UK
- Canada
- AI Research
- Mercor
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 4+ years of backend engineering and AI model training experience, emphasizing question design skills.
- Showcase your expertise: Clearly state your location (US, UK, or Canada) and confirm you have a desktop/laptop.
- Emphasize flexibility: Detail your availability for at least 15 hours per week and your ability to work independently.
- Understand the role: Research Mercor and their work with AI companies to demonstrate your understanding of their mission.
- Apply promptly: As a part-time, remote role with a top AI company, this position will attract many applicants.
Technical preparation
Review AI model training concepts.,Prepare examples of question design.,Ensure stable internet connection.,Test desktop/laptop functionality.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex problem you solved.,How do you manage flexible work schedules?,How do you ensure quality in your work?,Tell me about your experience with AI.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Backend Engineer AI Model Training role at Mercor?
- The Backend Engineer AI Model Training role is a fully remote position. You can complete the work on your own schedule, as long as you can commit to a minimum of 15 hours per week.
- What are the location requirements for the Backend Engineer AI Model Training position?
- Applicants for the Backend Engineer AI Model Training role must be based in the US, UK, or Canada. Unfortunately, we are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time.
- What is the required experience for the Backend Engineer AI Model Training job?
- To be considered for the Backend Engineer AI Model Training role, you must have at least 4 years of full-time work experience in your occupation.
- How is the Backend Engineer AI Model Training role compensated?
- Compensation for the Backend Engineer AI Model Training role is competitive and based on your professional background and geographic location. Payments are made weekly via Stripe or Wise.
- Can I use a Chromebook for the Backend Engineer AI Model Training project?
- No, you cannot use a Chromebook for this project. You will need access to a desktop or laptop computer to perform the duties of the Backend Engineer AI Model Training role.
- What is the expected duration of the Backend Engineer AI Model Training project?
- The project is currently estimated to last for 6 months, with the possibility of extension. If this listing is still active, it indicates the project is ongoing.
- What kind of company is Mercor hiring for with this Backend Engineer role?
- Mercor is partnering with one of the world's top AI companies for this research project. You will be contributing to training and enhancing AI systems for a leading AI entity.
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