Software Engineer - Backend - Remote

We are seeking experienced Backend Software Engineers to support an AI training project focused on building reinforcement learning environments that test AI models against real-world software engineering challenges., * Create challenging coding tasks based on real software repositories.

• Design problems involving complex bugs, non-trivial features, and performance improvements.
• Build reproducible environments for each task.
• Develop deterministic verifiers that accept valid implementations and reject incorrect, incomplete, or hard-coded solutions.
• Provide reference solutions demonstrating correct approaches.
• Identify and flag ambiguous or unverifiable tasks.

Software Engineering, Software Engineering, Reinforcement Learning, Testing, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software Administration, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Refactoring, Debugging Skills, Performance Management, * Strong hands-on experience in at least one of Python, Java, Rust, Go, C++, or TypeScript.

• Deep understanding of algorithms, data structures, and software engineering principles.
• Proven ability to debug complex systems and optimize software performance.
• Experience with feature development, codebase refactoring, or legacy system modernization.
• Strong technical documentation and communication skills.

ENGAGEMENT DETAILS

• Approximately 15 hours per week with flexible scheduling.
• Estimated task duration: 5 hours for trainers and 1.5 hours for reviewers.
• Project-based contractor engagement.
• Selected candidates should be ready to begin within 24-48 hours after onboarding., $50-$100 per hour equivalent, with payment based on approved tasks meeting project specifications. Actual earnings depend on task availability, complexity, and completion time.

Annualized equivalent: $96,000-$192,000, based on 40 hours per week and 48 working weeks per year.

Annualized compensation is an illustrative equivalent based on 40 hours/week × 48 weeks/year. Actual earnings depend on hours worked, project availability, and approved work.