Software Developer

Job Description

Crossing Hurdles is a recruitment firm. We refer top candidates to our partners working with the world’s leading AI research labs to help build and train cutting-edge AI models.

Position: Software Engineer
Type: Hourly Contract
Compensation: $20–$100/hour
Location: Remote
Duration: Project-based, with potential for ongoing opportunities
Commitment: Minimum 15 hours/week, up to 40 hours/week based on performance; fully asynchronous, flexible schedule

Role Responsibilities

Write, organize, and review comprehensive unit test suites for complex code repositories, focusing on Python, Java, and/or JavaScript/TypeScript
Contribute expertise to code quality, bug identification, and robust test coverage in open-source and production-level environments
Collaborate asynchronously with prominent AI researchers from leading labs
Maintain code integrity and use tools such as Docker for testing and development environments
Provide clear, actionable feedback on testing strategy and code review processes
Consistently deliver high-quality work to enhance eligibility for future Mercor projects

Ideal Qualifications

Strong professional or open-source experience in Python, Java, or JavaScript/TypeScript
Proven ability to develop and write unit tests in at least one of the above languages
Familiarity with Docker and with navigating complex open-source projects
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and written communication skills

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