Software Developer – Must own MacBook

Mercor

. Complete and narrate real software development tasks on a Mac .

Posted 10/21/2026part-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50 - $60 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in software development with hands-on experience in programming languages such as Python and JavaScript. Capable of creating high-quality training data for AI models while effectively collaborating with researchers and communicating technical concepts.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Professional Coding ExperienceProgramming Languages: Python, JavaScript, Swift, Java, GoMacOS Developer Tools: VS Code, Xcode, Terminal, GitHigh-Quality Training Data CreationExcellent Written And Verbal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentProgramming Languages: PythonProgramming Languages: JavaScriptProgramming Languages: SwiftProgramming Languages: JavaProgramming Languages: GoCode DebuggingCode RefactoringCode ReviewAI Model Training

Soft Skills

Clear ReasoningIndependent Contractor Ability

Tools & Technologies

MacBookApple M-Series ChipMacOS 15 or HigherVS CodeXcodeTerminalGitPackage Managers

Industry Keywords

AI ModelsSoftware Development WorkflowsBenchmarkingCollaboration With Researchers

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaJavaScriptMacOSPythonSwiftTypeScriptGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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
Work through real development workflows to benchmark and improve cutting-edge AI models
Submit a resume and complete a 3-minute AI interviewer conversation
Complete a brief paid assessment
Collaborate with leading researchers on projects training and enhancing AI systems
Work approximately 10-20 hours per week
Start immediately if preferred

Requirements

What you’ll need

2-3 years of professional coding experience, or currently enrolled postgrad Computer Science student
Own a MacBook or Mac with an Apple M-series chip or Intel processor, running 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 developer tools on macOS, including VS Code, Xcode, Terminal, Git, and package managers
Currently pursuing or recently completed Masters studies, or 2-3 years of relevant experience plus a Bachelors 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
H1-B and STEM OPT candidates are not supported

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule
Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise based on services rendered
Paid assessment
Competitive pay
Collaboration with leading researchers
Opportunity to help shape the next generation of AI systems
Referral payments of up to $240 for each successful referral, subject to referral limits
Reasonable accommodations available upon request