Mercor - Exceptional SWE Annotator, application via RippleMatch at RippleMatch Opportunities

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Software Engineering, Code Annotation, Debugging, Algorithms, Data Structures, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Technical Execution, Precision, Adaptability, Feedback, Logical Errors, Efficiency, Independent Work, Labeling Guidelines

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

This role is with Mercor. Mercor uses RippleMatch to find top talent. Role Overview Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI research organization seeking exceptional early-career software engineers from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. This short-term engagement offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and optimization of advanced AI systems. Participants will work on high-impact engineering projects requiring strong technical execution, precision, and adaptability. This is a 2-week project-based contract ideal for independent contributors with strong software engineering fundamentals. Key Responsibilities Evaluate and annotate code snippets, scripts, and software tasks for accuracy and quality. Identify logical errors, inefficiencies, and improvements in code samples. Provide structured feedback on programming logic, implementation, and clarity. Work independently to meet daily annotation and review goals. Maintain consistency and precision when applying labeling guidelines. Ideal Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field. Proficiency in more than one major programming language (Python, C++, Go, or Java). Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, debugging, and code analysis. Exceptional analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Prior experience working on structured software engineering evaluations or benchmarks is a plus. Residency in one of the following regions: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand. More About the Opportunity Fully remote and asynchronous — set your own schedule. Expected commitment: 20–30 hours per week. Project duration: approximately 2 weeks. Short-term, high-intensity contract supporting cutting-edge AI development. Compensation & Contract Terms Payments processed weekly via Stripe Connect. Engagement structured as an independent contractor relationship. Application Process You must submit an external assessment on Mercor's website Submit your resume and/or GitHub portfolio to begin. Complete a required technical assessment as part of the selection process. Applicants will be notified of next steps within 5–7 business days after submission.

Responsibilities

Participants will evaluate and annotate code snippets for accuracy and quality, identifying logical errors and providing structured feedback. They will work independently to meet daily goals while maintaining consistency in applying labeling guidelines.