Seeking an expert senior software engineer with 10+ years of experience at top U.S. technology firms to improve foundational AI model capabilities on complex software engineering tasks. The role requires approximately 20 hours per week for a 2–3 week contract. Candidates must complete a 30-minute AI interview and a paid asynchronous software engineering exercise and project-instructions quiz. Compensation varies by geography and experience.
This role is for one of our clients
Compensation: $150-$210 per hour
We are recruiting expert US/Europe-based senior SWEs for a highly challenging project with a leading foundational model AI lab.
You are a good fit if you:
- Have 10+ years of experience working at top US tech firms
- Are passionate about improving model capabilities at complex SWE tasks
Requirements
About the role
- You must be able to commit around 20 hours per week for this role
- This contract is expected to last 2-3 weekss and includes promotion opportunities within the project
- Successful contributions increase the odds that you are selected on future projects with us.
Vetting process
- 30 minute AI interview
- Asynchronous SWE exercise and project instructions quiz (2h total, paid $100 for completion)
Pay and legal status
- This role will pay $150-210/h depending on geography and experience-level
We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.
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