[Hiring] Software Developer REMOTE USA
Position: Software Developer (Contract – Remote, AI Research Project)
Date Posted: March 24, 2026
Industry: Artificial Intelligence / Software Development / Research
Employment Type: Contract
Experience: 4+ years full-time experience as an Order Clerk required
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree or relevant professional experience in Software Development, Operations, or related field preferred
Salary: $100-$200 per hour (varies by location and experience)
Location: United States (Remote)
Company: Mercor
Description:
Mercor is hiring Software Developers as independent contractors to contribute to a research-focused project for a leading global AI company. This opportunity leverages your professional experience to help design and create occupation-specific questions, particularly related to the role of an Order Clerk.
The role is fully remote and asynchronous, allowing you to work flexibly according to your schedule. It is ideal for individuals with strong professional experience who are looking to participate in high-impact AI training projects while working independently.
This is a short-term sprint project with a high volume of available work hours, offering an opportunity to engage deeply with AI research initiatives and contribute to advancing modern AI systems.
Role Responsibilities:
• Design and create questions related to the Order Clerk profession based on real-world experience
• Work independently in a fully asynchronous environment
• Ensure tasks are completed with accuracy and attention to detail
• Collaborate with AI research processes to improve model training quality
• Maintain consistency while handling high-volume assignments
Qualifications:
Must-Have:
• Minimum 4+ years of full-time work experience as an Order Clerk
• Must be based in the United States, United Kingdom, or Canada
• Access to a desktop or laptop computer (Chromebook not accepted)
• Strong ability to work independently and manage time effectively
Compensation & Work Details:
• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and location
• Fully remote and flexible working schedule
• Weekly payments via Stripe Connect based on logged hours
• Independent contractor (at-will engagement)
• Short-term project with potential extension depending on performance and needs
• Work does not involve access to confidential or proprietary information
Important Notes:
• Applicants must not require H1-B or STEM OPT visa support
• Compensation varies depending on geographic location and experience level
About Mercor:
Mercor collaborates with leading AI organizations to train and improve advanced AI models using human expertise. As part of the team, you will contribute to meaningful AI development projects, work alongside top researchers, and play a role in shaping the future of artificial intelligence systems.
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