Software Engineer
Mercor
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Job 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 Details
Position: Software Engineer Type: Short-term, high-intensity contract Compensation: $80–$90/hour Location: Five Eyes countries Commitment: Consistent weekly availability
Role Responsibilities
- Analyze and document benchmark tasks using Docker, shell scripting, and Linux system administration.
- Evaluate agent outputs for correctness in complex CLI workflows.
- Provide detailed reasoning based on code structure and terminal behavior.
- Synthesize information across files to assess end-to-end architecture.
- Contribute high-quality reference solutions to improve agent performance metrics.
- Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while enhancing AI performance.
Qualifications
Must-Have:
- 2+ years of experience in top-tier tech companies, quant firms, or elite startups.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or related field from a top 50–100 global university.
- Based in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.
- Familiarity with terminal workflows, Linux environments, and shell scripting.
- Strong knowledge of Docker, Git, Python, and distributed systems concepts.
- Ability to trace, debug, and explain complex system behaviors across multiple files.
Application Process
Submit your resume and brief experience summary through Mercor. Qualified applicants will be invited to complete a short-form technical assessment. We typically follow up within 3–5 business days with next steps.
Resources & Support
For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome. For any help, reach out to: support@mercor.com
Key skills/competency
- Docker
- Shell scripting
- Linux administration
- Python
- Distributed systems
- Git
- CLI workflows
- Debugging
- System analysis
- Technical documentation
How to Get Hired at Mercor
- Research Mercor's culture: Study their mission, values, and investors.
- Customize your resume: Highlight Docker, Python, and Linux skills.
- Prepare technical assessment: Review distributed systems and CLI workflows.
- Practice interview tips: Emphasize problem-solving and debugging experience.
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