26 days ago

Software Engineer, AI Research Annotation

Taskify AI

Remote
Contractor
$156,000
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Job Overview

Job TitleSoftware Engineer, AI Research Annotation
Job TypeContractor
Offered Salary$156,000
LocationRemote

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Job Description

About the Software Engineer, AI Research Annotation Role at Taskify AI

Apply software engineering expertise to enhance AI model reasoning by reviewing coding tasks and documenting problem-solving. Join leading AI labs in this global remote opportunity.

Project Overview

Support advanced AI coding capabilities through creating structured datasets. You will work with authentic software engineering scenarios from open-source repositories to capture realistic developer thought processes.

Detailed Responsibilities

  • Review AI-generated code trajectories on SWE-bench style tasks.
  • Reconstruct step-by-step reasoning explaining solution approaches.
  • Annotate decision points, debugging strategies, and technical choices.
  • Utilize full codebase context (issues, tests, PRs) for accurate documentation.
  • Ensure annotations reflect authentic software engineering practices.

Technical Requirements

  • 2+ years hands-on software development experience.
  • Strong proficiency in Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar languages.
  • Experience debugging complex codebases and resolving issues.
  • Familiarity with Git workflows, pull requests, and issue tracking.
  • Ability to articulate technical reasoning clearly in writing.

Project Structure & Logistics

  • Duration: 1-2 months with extension opportunities.
  • Start: Immediate onboarding available.
  • Onboarding: Resume review followed by a 15-minute AI technical interview.
  • Pace: Self-scheduled within a weekly commitment minimum (15-25 hours/week, flexible up to 40).
  • Payment: Weekly via Stripe/Wise.

Ideal Background

  • Computer Science/Software Engineering degree (Bachelor's or higher).
  • Experience with open-source contributions or repository analysis.
  • Understanding of software development lifecycles and testing.
  • Comfort working with technical documentation and specifications.

Success Profile

Top performers will receive rate increases and priority for future AI research projects. Join a cohort of experienced engineers shaping next-generation coding AI.

Key skills/competency

  • AI Model Reasoning
  • Code Trajectory Analysis
  • Software Annotation
  • Debugging
  • Python
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • Git Workflows
  • Open-Source Contribution
  • Software Development Lifecycle

Tags:

Software Engineer
AI Research
Code Annotation
Debugging
Python
JavaScript
Git
Open Source
Technical Reasoning
Software Development

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How to Get Hired at Taskify AI

  • Research Taskify AI's mission: Understand their commitment to AI advancement and ethical data practices.
  • Tailor your resume: Highlight software engineering, debugging, and AI/ML project experience for Taskify AI.
  • Prepare for technical screening: Brush up on Python/JavaScript debugging and Git workflows for Taskify AI's interview.
  • Showcase articulation skills: Practice clearly explaining complex technical reasoning, crucial for annotation tasks.
  • Emphasize remote collaboration: Demonstrate your ability to thrive in a self-scheduled, independent contractor role.

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