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# Java Open Source Contributor

- **Company:** YO AI Labs
- **Location:** London, UK (Remote available)
- **Salary:** £63,011.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Software Quality, Code Review, Python (Programming Language), Open Source Technology, Software Engineering, TypeScript, Production Code, Machine Learning Operations, Golang
- **Published:** July 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5814806224

## About the Role

* Previous experience working on large-scale, distributed codebases.
 * Familiarity with modern AI or machine learning systems is a plus, though not required.
 * Background in participating in rigorous code reviews and contributing to the development of software best practices.

## Description

* Contribute production-quality code, reviews, and documentation to open-source repositories relevant to the customer's project.
 * Design, implement, and optimize complex algorithms and system components using one or more of the following languages: C++, Python, JAVA, GoLang, Typescript, or Rust.
 * Identify and resolve technical challenges, bugs, and performance bottlenecks in existing codebases.
 * Collaborate with other contributors and stakeholders to align deliverables with project goals and best practices.
 * Create, maintain, and enhance technical documentation to support knowledge sharing and onboarding.
 * Participate in code discussions and provide constructive feedback to elevate overall code quality.


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