Software Engineer I
Mercor
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Job Description
About Mercor
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.
Mercor is seeking a dedicated Software Engineer I to contribute to cutting-edge AI model training for client-side web development. This freelance role offers significant flexibility and impact, working independently to enhance AI model performance on real-world tasks.
Role Responsibilities
- Write realistic, self-contained prompts for client-side web apps, games, tools, and simulations.
- Create precise, binary rubrics tagged by verification type.
- Ensure all rubric items are pass/fail and verifiable from screenshot and code inspection.
- Develop high-quality vibe coding data to train models on client-side web development skills, including state management, interactivity, UI correctness, and robustness.
- Collaborate with AI labs to improve AI model performance on real-world client-side web development tasks.
- Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while enhancing AI model performance.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- 2+ years of experience in frontend/full-stack development or technical content creation.
- Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, React, or vanilla JS.
- Comfortable writing precise technical specifications and evaluation criteria.
Work Arrangement & Compensation
- Type: Freelance
- Compensation: $70–$80/hour
- Location: Remote
- Duration: 1–2 months
- Commitment: 15–25 hours/week, with flexibility up to 40 hours/week
- Start Date: Immediate
Application Process
The application process takes approximately 20–30 minutes to complete.
- Upload resume
- AI interview: A short, 15-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and interest in the role
- Follow-up communication within a few days with next steps and onboarding details
Resources & Support
For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
Key skills/competency
- Frontend Development
- Full-stack Development
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- React
- Vanilla JS
- Technical Writing
- AI Model Training
- Client-Side Web Development
- State Management
How to Get Hired at Mercor
- Research Mercor's mission: Study their focus on connecting talent with AI research labs and their investor network to align your application.
- Tailor your resume for AI: Customize your resume to highlight frontend/full-stack experience, technical writing, and any AI/machine learning exposure for the Software Engineer I role.
- Prepare for the AI interview: Practice articulating your experience, especially in client-side web development and technical specification writing, for a 15-minute conversational session.
- Showcase technical proficiency: Be ready to discuss your strong skills in JavaScript, TypeScript, React, or vanilla JS, as these are critical for the role.
- Demonstrate independent work: Emphasize your ability to work asynchronously and meet deadlines, reflecting the freelance nature of Mercor's Software Engineer I position.
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