Software Developer, MacBook

Mercor

. Support a research project with a leading AI lab .

Posted 10/20/2026part-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50 - $60 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong coding skills with hands-on experience in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, and Swift, while effectively communicating and explaining reasoning during software development tasks. Proficient in using macOS tools and environments to support AI research projects.

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Professional Coding ExperienceProgramming Languages: Python, JavaScript, SwiftMacOS ProficiencyVS Code, Xcode, GitExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

CodingPythonJavaScriptSwiftJavaGoDebuggingRefactoringCode ReviewCreating Training Data

Soft Skills

Clear Explanation of ReasoningWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

MacOS 15 or HigherMacBookApple M-Series ChipIntel ProcessorVS CodeXcodeTerminalGitPackage Managers

Industry Keywords

AI ResearchSoftware DevelopmentTraining DataPostgraduate Computer ScienceIndependent Contractor

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaJavaScriptMacOSPythonSwiftTypeScriptGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support a research project with a leading AI lab
Complete and narrate real software development tasks on a Mac
Build, debug, refactor, and review code
Create high-quality training data for advanced AI models
Complete a brief AI interviewer conversation and paid assessment during onboarding
Work approximately 10–20 hours per week
Begin immediately if preferred

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–3 years of professional coding experience, or currently enrolled postgraduate Computer Science student
Must own a MacBook or Mac with Apple M-series chip or Intel processor
Must run macOS 15 or higher
Applicants without a Mac cannot be considered
Hands-on experience with one or more programming languages, such as Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Swift, Java, or Go
Comfortable using VS Code, Xcode, Terminal, Git, and package managers on macOS
Currently pursuing or recently completed Master’s studies, or 2–3 years of relevant experience plus a Bachelor’s degree from a prestigious institution
Ability to clearly explain reasoning while working
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to work as an independent contractor
H-1B and STEM OPT candidates are not supported

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid assessment
Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise
Fully remote work on your own schedule
Competitive pay
Opportunity to collaborate with leading researchers
Opportunity to help shape next-generation AI systems
Referral payments of up to $240 per successful referral