Thursday, October 9, 2025
Mercor

Exceptional Software Engineer Annotator

Posted: Oct 8, 2025

Job Description

### **Role Overview**

Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI research organization seeking exceptional early-career software engineers from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. This short-term engagement offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and optimization of advanced AI systems. Participants will work on high-impact engineering projects requiring strong technical execution, precision, and adaptability. This is a 2-week project-based contract ideal for independent contributors with strong software engineering fundamentals.

### **Key Responsibilities**

- Evaluate and annotate code snippets, scripts, and software tasks for accuracy and quality.

- Identify logical errors, inefficiencies, and improvements in code samples.

- Provide structured feedback on programming logic, implementation, and clarity.

- Work independently to meet daily annotation and review goals.

- Maintain consistency and precision when applying labeling guidelines.

### **Ideal Qualifications**

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.

- Proficiency in more than one major programming language (Python, C++, Go, or Java).

- Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, debugging, and code analysis.

- Exceptional analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

- Prior experience working on structured software engineering evaluations or benchmarks is a plus.

- Residency in one of the following regions: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.

### **More About the Opportunity**

- Fully remote and asynchronous — set your own schedule.

- Expected commitment: 20–30 hours per week.

- Project duration: approximately 2 weeks.

- Short-term, high-intensity contract supporting cutting-edge AI development.

### **Compensation & Contract Terms**

- Payments processed weekly via Stripe Connect.

- Engagement structured as an **independent contractor** relationship.

### **Application Process**

- Submit your resume and/or GitHub portfolio to begin.

- Complete a required technical assessment as part of the selection process.

- Applicants will be notified of next steps within 5–7 business days after submission.

### **About Mercor**

- Mercor is a talent marketplace connecting top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations.

- Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

- Thousands of professionals across engineering, research, law, and creative fields collaborate through Mercor on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI.

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