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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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Tags

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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