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Systems Engineer (Coding Agent Experience)

Mercor

AI Expert - Software Engineering Contractor
Remote (Global) $85 – $85/hr June 15, 2026

Job description

About the Role

Mercor is partnering with a leading AI research lab to support a Frontier Code Agents project.

This role focuses on evaluating and improving frontier AI coding models through realistic systems engineering workflows and structured technical assessments.

Contributors apply professional systems engineering expertise to review, compare, and improve AI-generated system designs, implementations, and engineering decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate AI Coding Agents

  • Review AI-generated code, systems designs, architecture decisions, and infrastructure implementations

Technical Review & Analysis

  • Identify bugs, edge cases, performance bottlenecks, and failure modes
  • Evaluate system reliability, scalability, and maintainability

Systems Engineering Assessment

  • Apply real-world engineering judgment to scenarios involving distributed systems, networking, operating systems, storage systems, infrastructure software, and database internals

Required Experience

  • Minimum 2 years of professional systems engineering experience
  • Experience with distributed systems, networking, operating systems, storage, or database internals

AI Coding Tools

Cursor, Claude Code, Codex, Windsurf, Gemini CLI, or similar tools.

Important Note

Mercor currently cannot support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates.

Compensation

  • $400 per accepted task (~$85/hr effective rate)

About Mercor

Mercor partners with leading AI labs and enterprises to train and evaluate frontier AI systems using expert human knowledge.

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What types of roles does Mercor offer?
Mercor connects professionals with AI engineering, software development, data science, machine learning, and other tech-focused roles. The platform works with startups and enterprises, offering both contract and full-time remote positions across various technical domains.
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Yes, Mercor is free for job seekers and freelancers. The platform earns revenue from companies hiring through the network. Candidates can create profiles, get vetted, and apply for positions at no cost.
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