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Software Engineer - Open Source Contributions
micro1
WorldwideremotePosted today
Skill Required
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Key highlights
- Compensation is output-based (paid per task that meets project specifications)
Role overview
micro1 is engaging Software Engineer — Open Source Contributions experts to participate in an impactful customer project focused on high-quality, open source software development. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems, shaping how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input without requiring prior AI experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and refine new features within existing open source codebases using Python3, Java, Rust, C++, and Typescript.
- Analyze and resolve complex bugs, ensuring robust and maintainable solutions that align with project standards.
- Refactor and optimize legacy code to enhance performance, readability, and scalability.
- Contribute to code validation processes, focusing on accuracy, output consistency, and best coding practices.
- Utilize advanced algorithms and competitive programming techniques to conceptualize and deliver efficient solutions for intricate problems.
- Collaborate remotely with other contributors to review proposed changes and maintain project documentation.
- Deliver clear, concise technical write-ups to articulate solution design and implementation details.
Nice to have
- Expert-level proficiency in at least two of the following: Python, C++, Java, Rust, Typescript, Go, or C#.
- Extensive experience in open source contributions, particularly in feature development, bug fixing, and codebase refactoring.
- Demonstrated expertise in competitive programming and complex coding problem analysis.
- Strong analytical skills to interpret multifaceted problem constraints and identify multiple solution pathways.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for clear, precise technical documentation and peer collaboration.
- Meticulous attention to detail in code review, validation, and maintenance.
- Comfort working independently in a remote, collaborative environment with a commitment to producing high-quality, well-documented code under project deadlines.
Additional details
- Role Title: Software Engineer — Open Source Contributions
- Role Type: Contractor
- Location: Remote
- Compensation is output-based; experts are paid per task that meets the project specifications.
- The time required to complete work may vary depending on the expert’s experience and workflow.
- Minimum submission requirements apply. Experts must submit a minimum of tasks per week.
- Start Timeline & Availability: We typically fill roles within 48 hours and are looking for experts ready to jump in right away.
- If selected, we expect you to start your first tasks within 24–48 hours of completing onboarding.
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