Job Title

Senior Software Engineer

Job Type

Contractor (~15 hours/week)

Compensation Structure

Task-based contractor position. Compensation is paid per approved task that meets the project's quality standards. The time required to complete each task may vary depending on the complexity of the work and the contributor's experience. Minimum weekly submission requirements apply.

Location

Remote

Job Summary

micro1 is engaging experienced Senior Software Engineers to contribute to a high-impact AI training project for a customer. In this role, you'll apply your software engineering expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how AI models learn, reason, and solve complex software engineering problems through high-quality, real-world input.

We are seeking engineers with strong experience in Python, Java, Rust, Go, C++, or TypeScript who are passionate about software quality and problem-solving. You'll create Reinforcement Learning (RL) environments that evaluate AI models on real engineering challenges, including debugging, feature implementation, refactoring, and performance optimization.

No prior AI experience is required. Your software engineering expertise is what matters most.

Scope of Work

• Design and build reproducible Reinforcement Learning environments that evaluate AI performance on software engineering tasks.
• Create high-quality reference ("golden") solutions for debugging, feature implementation, code refactoring, and optimization challenges.
• Develop realistic programming scenarios across multiple languages and technology stacks.
• Analyze code quality, performance, maintainability, and scalability while creating engineering tasks.
• Document environments, expected behaviors, and evaluation criteria to ensure reproducibility and consistency.
• Collaborate with project reviewers to refine tasks and improve AI training quality.
• Deliver clear technical documentation and communicate engineering decisions effectively.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Python, Java, Rust, Go, C++, or TypeScript.
• Deep understanding of algorithms, data structures, software architecture, and performance optimization.
• Extensive experience debugging complex software systems and delivering maintainable solutions.
• Strong background in feature development, code refactoring, and performance tuning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience collaborating within engineering teams, preferably in distributed or remote environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on large-scale, distributed software systems.
• Familiarity with AI, machine learning, or reinforcement learning concepts.
• Experience conducting code reviews and promoting software engineering best practices.
• Background building developer tools, testing frameworks, or engineering infrastructure.

Hiring Process

• Submit your application and complete the screening questions.
• Complete a 30-minute AI interview.
• Complete a technical assessment (if required).
• Hiring manager review and final decision.

Start Timeline & Availability

We typically fill positions within 48 hours and are looking for engineers who can begin quickly. If selected, you should be available to start your first tasks within 24–48 hours after completing onboarding.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $50.00 - $100.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: Remote