Software Developer - Fully Remote | Upto $50/hr

<h3>Job Description</h3><div>Job Description<div><p><strong>About the job</strong></p><p><strong>Mercor</strong> connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include <strong>Benchmark</strong>, <strong>General Catalyst</strong>, <strong>Peter Thiel</strong>, <strong>Adam D'Angelo</strong>, <strong>Larry Summers</strong>, and <strong>Jack Dorsey</strong>.</p><p><strong>Position:</strong> Software Engineer<br /><strong>Type:</strong> <strong>Contract</strong><br /><strong>Compensation:</strong> <strong>$40–$50/hour</strong><br /><strong>Location:</strong> <strong>Remote</strong></p><p><strong>Role Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Build <strong>MCP servers</strong> in <strong>Python</strong> using <strong>FastMCP</strong>.</li><li>Integrate web or desktop applications into <strong>RL Studio</strong>.</li><li>Work with <strong>APIs</strong>, <strong>Docker</strong>, <strong>Linux environments</strong>, and service configuration.</li><li>Implement populate/snapshot hooks for app state management.</li><li>Test apps locally and debug build, runtime, and permission issues.</li><li>Ensure apps meet platform validation and deployment requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><p><strong>Must-Have</strong></p><ul><li>Strong <strong>Python</strong> skills.</li><li>Experience with <strong>APIs</strong>, backend systems, and debugging.</li><li>Familiarity with <strong>Docker</strong>, <strong>Linux</strong>, and local testing workflows.</li><li>Ability to work with configuration files and deployment pipelines.</li><li>Problem-solving skills and attention to technical detail.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred</strong></p><ul><li>Experience with <strong>FastMCP</strong> or similar frameworks.</li><li>Experience integrating third-party apps or developer tools.</li><li>Familiarity with web apps, databases, and containerized environments.</li></ul><p><strong>Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)</strong></p><ul><li>Upload resume</li><li>AI interview based on your resume</li><li>Submit form</li></ul><p><strong>Resources &amp; Support</strong></p><ul><li>For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: <span>https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome</span></li><li>For any help or support, reach out to: [email protected]</li></ul><p><em>PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.</em></p></div></div>