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# Backend Engineer $150/hr [ part time| Remote]

- **Company:** Mercor Ai
- **Location:** UK (Remote available)
- **Salary:** £42,612.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Databases, Distributed Systems, Backend, Api Design, Microservices
- **Published:** August 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5846245994

## About the Role

What we're looking for: Professional experience in API development & microservices, database architecture & optimization, distributed systems Strong communication skills Ability to work independently in a remote environment How it works:
This is not a specific job posting. By applying, you're joining our Backend Engineer talent network. Apply once: Complete your profile by uploading your resume and confirming your work location. Get verified: We review your credentials and approve qualified experts. Stay connected: When projects need Backend Engineering expertise, we match you to opportunities based on your expertise and project needs. Start working: Be invited to interview for opportunities that align with your schedule and interests. You will earn competitive rates while working remotely on your own schedule.

## Description

Experts in our network contribute to: Training and evaluating AI models in Backend Engineering Creating tasks and deliverables based on real-world scenarios Providing domain-specific feedback to advance frontier AI research Projects vary in scope and duration, with typical commitments ranging from 15-30 hours per week.


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