[Remote] Senior Software Development Engineer

About the Role

Mercor is seeking a [Remote] Senior Software Development Engineer to join a leading AI research lab. This role is open to candidates in the USA and offers the flexibility of remote work. Mercor specializes in connecting top creative and technical talent with innovative AI research opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Configure development environments for open-source projects in Rust.
• Resolve dependency issues across various codebases for seamless integration.
• Ensure consistent test passage across different environments.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet project deadlines.
• Collaborate with the AI research lab to optimize environment setup processes.

Skills Required

• 2+ years of industry experience with Rust.
• Proficiency in setting up development environments.
• High attention to detail.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong overall industry experience.

About Mercor

Mercor is an AI-powered hiring platform founded in 2023, headquartered in San Francisco, California. We match skilled professionals with tailored opportunities in the AI industry. Our workforce ranges from 51-200 employees. Learn more at https://mercor.com.

H1B Sponsorship

Mercor has a history of providing H1B sponsorships. While this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role, we have offered sponsorships in previous years (9 in 2026, 7 in 2025).