Mercor - Exceptional SWE Annotator, application via RippleMatch

Ripplematchinterns

Apply to this job
Houston, TX, US (Remote) Until 8/22/2026 First posted December 17, 2025 Last posted December 17, 2025
Job description

This role is with Mercor. Mercor uses RippleMatch to find top talent.

 

 

Role Overview

Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI research organization seeking exceptional early-career software engineers from the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. This short-term engagement offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and optimization of advanced AI systems. Participants will work on high-impact engineering projects requiring strong technical execution, precision, and adaptability. This is a 2-week project-based contract ideal for independent contributors with strong software engineering fundamentals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and annotate code snippets, scripts, and software tasks for accuracy and quality.

  • Identify logical errors, inefficiencies, and improvements in code samples.

  • Provide structured feedback on programming logic, implementation, and clarity.

  • Work independently to meet daily annotation and review goals.

  • Maintain consistency and precision when applying labeling guidelines.

Ideal Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.

  • Proficiency in more than one major programming language (Python, C++, Go, or Java).

  • Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, debugging, and code analysis.

  • Exceptional analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

  • Prior experience working on structured software engineering evaluations or benchmarks is a plus.

  • Residency in one of the following regions: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.

More About the Opportunity

  • Fully remote and asynchronous — set your own schedule.

  • Expected commitment: 20–30 hours per week.

  • Project duration: approximately 2 weeks.

  • Short-term, high-intensity contract supporting cutting-edge AI development.

Compensation & Contract Terms

  • Payments processed weekly via Stripe Connect.

  • Engagement structured as an independent contractor relationship.

Application Process

  • You must submit an external assessment on Mercor's website

  • Submit your resume and/or GitHub portfolio to begin.

  • Complete a required technical assessment as part of the selection process.

  • Applicants will be notified of next steps within 5–7 business days after submission.

About this role

Summary

Evaluate and annotate code snippets for accuracy, errors, and improvements in AI projects

Job title

Mercor - Exceptional SWE Annotator

Experience level

entry level

Industry

software

Location requirements

remote work from Houston, TX, USA, or nearby regions

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

PythonC++debuggingalgorithmsdata structures

Preferred skills

code analysissoftware evaluation

Specializations

code annotationAI developmentprogramming languagessoftware evaluation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Houston, TX, USA

Remote City