Python Developer - Fully Remote | Upto $100/hr
Mercor
full-remotemidcontractbackendfullstack United States 5 days ago via LinkedIn
Up to 100 USD/daily
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PythonFastAPIPydanticPerformance OptimizationProfilingMemory ManagementREST APIsAI Model TrainingAsynchronous CollaborationProduction Software Engineering
About the role
Role Overview
Contract Python Software Engineer (Fully Remote) for a short engagement helping AI research labs with model training and evaluation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain complex, production-grade Python systems.
- Build modular, testable codebases using modern Python tooling and best practices (including FastAPI and Pydantic).
- Optimize performance via profiling and Python memory management.
- Collaborate asynchronously with leading foundational model AI labs to improve model training and evaluation.
- Work independently to meet deadlines and enhance AI model performance.
Requirements
- Experience working at top US tech firms.
- Proven track record delivering complex Python systems.
- Strong fundamentals in Python.
- Hands-on experience with FastAPI and Pydantic and modern Python best practices.
Interview Process
- 90-minute human interview focused on Python.
- No AI IDE allowed (LLMs and Stack Overflow permitted).
Contract Details
- Type: Contract
- Compensation: Up to $100/hour
- Duration: 1 month
- Commitment: 20 hours/week
About Mercor
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. The company is headquartered in San Francisco and works with top investors and AI research organizations.
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