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MERCOR · EXPERT SENIOR SWE
For US/Europe-based engineers with 10+ years at top US tech firms
Senior engineer?
Push AI on hard SWE tasks.
A short, demanding project with a leading foundational-model AI lab, focused on improving how models handle complex software engineering work.
Free referral · US/Europe-based · Hiring decided by Mercor
ENGINEERING × AIMERCOR · SENIOR SWE
Complex systems. Expert judgment.Concept illustration
Featured roleExpert Senior SWESoftware engineering · Remote contract
US$150–210/ hour
Depends on location and experience~20hrs / week
Expected 2–3 week contractRemote
US/Europe-based only**The listing says Mercor is recruiting US/Europe-based engineers. Eligibility and contract terms are set by Mercor.Location details
01 / THE ROLE
Hard problems.
Short timeline.
You'll work on challenging software engineering tasks that help a leading AI lab improve its models' coding capabilities.
The listing says the contract is expected to last 2–3 weeks, with promotion opportunities inside the project. Strong work raises your odds of being picked for future Mercor projects.
Who it's forREQUIREMENTS
01EXPERIENCE
10+ years at top US tech firms
The listing is explicit: senior, highly experienced engineers.
02LOCATION
Based in the US or Europe
Mercor says it is recruiting US/Europe-based senior SWEs for this project.
03TIME
About 20 hours a week
You need to commit roughly 20 hours weekly during the contract.
04MOTIVATION
Interest in model capabilities
You care about making AI better at complex software engineering.
02 / HOW TO APPLY
Two vetting steps,
all on Mercor.
You'll apply on Mercor's official site. This page helps you get oriented; it doesn't replace Mercor's assessment.
30-minute AI interview
A conversation with Mercor's AI interviewer about your engineering background.
AI INTERVIEWExercise and quiz (paid)
An asynchronous SWE exercise plus a project-instructions quiz, about 2 hours total. The listing says completion pays US$100.
PAID VETTINGApplying or completing vetting doesn't mean you're hired.
03 / GOOD TO KNOW
Before you
apply.
Know the terms first,
then make the call that fits you.
Can I apply from outside the US or Europe?
The listing says Mercor is recruiting US/Europe-based engineers for this project, so other locations likely aren't eligible. If you're unsure, confirm with Mercor before applying. The listing also notes it can't currently support H-1B or STEM OPT candidates.
Read Mercor's location and referral policyIs US$150–210/hour guaranteed?
No. The listing says pay depends on geography and experience level. It's an hourly rate for work performed, not guaranteed hours or income.
Is this a long-term job?
No. It's an independent contractor engagement expected to last 2–3 weeks at about 20 hours a week. Projects may be extended, shortened, or ended early. Payment is weekly via Stripe or Wise for services provided.
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