Remote Backend Software Engineer: Python - AI Trainer ($80-$120 per hour)Mercor • Calumet City, Illinois, US
Remote Backend Software Engineer : Python - AI Trainer ($80-$120 per hour)
Mercor • Calumet City, Illinois, US
job_description.job_card.variable_days_ago
serp_jobs.job_preview.job_type
- serp_jobs.job_card.part_time
- serp_jobs.filters.remote
job_description.job_card.job_descriptionMercor is hiring experienced Python Engineers to support a variety of high-impact research collaborations with leading AI labs. Freelancers will help improve AI systems through work extending coding benchmarks that reflect real-world development across diverse languages and domains. This is a unique opportunity to apply your engineering expertise toward shaping the next generation of intelligent systems. Key Responsibilities Develop and validate coding benchmarks in Python by curating issues, solutions, and test suites from real-world repositories - Ensure benchmark tasks include comprehensive unit and integration tests for solution verification - Maintain consistency and scalability of benchmark task distribution - Provide structured feedback on solution quality and clarity - Debug, optimize, and document benchmark code for reliability and reproducibility Ideal Qualifications 3–10 years of experience as a backend software engineer, ML engineer, or applied data scientist - Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field - Strong proficiency in Python - Experience with debugging, testing, and validating code - Comfortable with technical writing and attention to detail Project Timeline Start Date : Immediate - Duration : 1 month - Commitment : Part-time (15–20 hours / week) - Schedule : Fully remote and asynchronous – flexible working hours Compensation & Contract $80 per hour plus lucrative bonus per approved task (1 task takes approximately 1 hour to complete) - Median average pay inclusive of bonuses is $200 / hr - Independent contractor - Daily payment via Stripe Connect Application & Onboarding Process Upload your resume - AI interview : A short, 15-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and interest in the role - Brief assessment testing real-world coding ability, technical depth, and debugging approach - Follow-up communication within a few days with next steps and onboarding details \ About Mercor Mercor is a San Francisco-based company specializing in connecting elite professionals with cutting-edge AI initiatives. Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. Thousands of professionals across engineering, research, and creative fields have partnered with Mercor on frontier projects shaping the future of AI. Apply today and leverage your software engineering expertise to help build the future of AI-driven systems!
serp_jobs.job_alerts.create_a_job
Software Engineer Backend Python • Calumet City, Illinois, US
Job_description.internal_linking.related_jobs
A fast-growing AI technology company located in Chicago seeks a Senior Software Engineer to build next-generation voice applications.
You will design backend services and cloud-based systems, collab...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
Our client is a leading force in advancing safer, smarter AI technology.Their work has been featured in.They’ve built a global community of expert contributors and have already paid out more ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
Earn up to $15 / hour + performance bonuses.Outlier, a platform owned and operated by Scale AI, is looking for.If you're passionate about improving models and excited by the future of AI, this is you...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
We are looking for a finance professional to join our team to train AI models.You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
We at Yash Technologies are looking for.We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative.This role focuses on building scalable, context-aware, and personalized AI solutions using modern frameworks a...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
PLEASE APPLY THROUGH THIS LINK : .The mission of Speechify is to make sure that reading is never a barrier to learning.Over 50 million people use Speechify’s text-to-speech products to turn whatever ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more We are looking for a finance professional to join our team to train AI models.You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more 
We connect talented tech professionals in Latin America and Canada with remote career opportunities at innovative startups worldwide.
We specialize in finding roles that align with your skills, expe...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
Our clients are looking for Software Engineers with varying levels of experience.There are opportunities for front, middle and back-office developers and analytical, data scientists and data engine...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
We at Yash Technologies are looking for.We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative.This role focuses on building scalable, context-aware, and personalized AI solutions using modern frameworks a...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
A technology-focused company is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to optimize product flows and ensure infrastructure scalability.
Ideal candidates will have proven backend development skills in Pyt...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
A healthcare technology firm is seeking a skilled engineer to develop AI-based transcription and note generation products.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in Python and SQL, a seasoned backg...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
Initial contract duration is 6 months, with expected extensions.This can be done 100% remotely from anywhere in the US.Selected individual will be brought in to help develop and deliver.AI solution...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
An innovative software firm based in Chicago is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design and develop features in their cloud-based platform.
The role involves collaborating with cross-functional...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
Third Horizon is hiring an AI Software Engineer to build SLM / LLM interfaces and machine-learning (ML) models that let internal teams and clients query, analyze, and operationalize health care price...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
Initial contract duration is 6 months, with expected extensions.This can be done 100% remotely from anywhere in the US.Selected individual will be brought in to help develop and deliver.AI solution...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in.This role will focus on building intelligent applications that leverage data to generate insights, automate processes, and enable decision-making.A...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
A leading AI research accelerator is looking for a Software Engineer to enhance AI-driven coding solutions.The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, strong skills in building full-stack appli...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
Senior Software Engineer - Real‑Time AI Platform (Hybrid)
Harnham • Chicago, IL, United States
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_hours • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
Engineer
Quality Talent Group • Calumet City, Illinois, United States
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
serp_jobs.filters_job_card.quick_apply
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
AI Trainer -Remote AI Writing Specialist
Outlier • Chicago, IL, United States
serp_jobs.filters.remote
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
Remote M&A Associate - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)
Data Annotation • Tinley Park, Illinois
serp_jobs.filters.remote
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
Senior AI Developer (Chicago)
YASH Technologies • Chicago, IL, US
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
Senior Software Engineer, AI Model serving - Chicago, USA
Speechify • Chicago, Illinois, United States
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
Remote FinTech Product Analyst - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)
Data Annotation • Calumet City, Illinois
serp_jobs.filters.remote
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
Software Engineer (Python) | Remote | Startup Transforming legal tech with AI
Atomic HR • Chicago, Illinois, .US
serp_jobs.filters.remote
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
serp_jobs.filters_job_card.quick_apply
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
Python Software Engineer : Front / Back / Data Roles
The Hagen Ricci Group • Chicago, IL, United States
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
Senior AI Developer
YASH Technologies • Chicago, IL, United States
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
Senior AI Backend Engineer – Low-Latency TTS Platform
Clutch Canada • Chicago, IL, United States
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
Senior Data Engineer for ML / AI Pipelines (Remote)
Doximity • Chicago, IL, United States
serp_jobs.filters.remote
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
Sr. AI Engineer - Contract - Remote - 6 months+
Resource 1, Inc. • Cicero, IL, US
serp_jobs.filters.remote
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_hours • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted • serp_jobs.job_card.new
Senior Software Engineer (Hybrid / Remote) — Scale AI‑SaaS
Bigtime Software Inc • Chicago, IL, United States
serp_jobs.filters.remote
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
AI Software Engineer
Third Horizon Strategies • Chicago, Illinois, United States
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
Sr. AI Engineer - Contract - Remote - 6 months+ (Chicago)
Resource 1, Inc. • Chicago, IL, US
serp_jobs.filters.remote
serp_jobs.job_card.part_time
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
AI Engineer
KonnectIT • Chicago, Illinois, US
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
serp_jobs.filters_job_card.quick_apply
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
Senior Software Engineer - AI Systems (Contractor)
Turing • Chicago, IL, United States
serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted