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Python Engineer Remote

Mercor, Inc.
San Francisco, CA, United States
3 months ago
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Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
$208,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source
indeed.com

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence Program Optimization Python (Programming Language) Codebase

Job description

  • Develop and maintain complex, production-grade Python systems for real-world environments.
  • Design modular, testable codebases using modern Python tooling and best practices like FastAPI and Pydantic.
  • Optimize Python performance through profiling and memory optimization techniques.
  • Collaborate asynchronously with AI research teams to improve model training and evaluation.
  • Work independently to meet deadlines and enhance AI model performance.

Requirements

Must-Have

  • Experience working at top US tech firms.
  • Proven track record with complex Python systems.
  • Deep understanding of Python language fundamentals.
  • Experience with modular, testable codebases using modern Python practices.

Interview Process

  • 90 mins technical interview focused on Python. Feedback within two weeks.

About the company

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.

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