Remote Software Engineer position requiring strong programming skills in Python, Java, Rust, or similar languages with an emphasis on debugging and performance optimization for AI-based projects.
Compensation
$104K–$208K
yearly · USD
Experience
1–15 yrs
Location
Remote
Compensation
$104K–$208K
yearly · USD
Experience
1–15 yrs
Location
Remote
The Brief
TITLE
Software Engineer - Remote
TEAM
Engineering
TYPE
Contract
POSTED
Nov 12, 2026
JOB ID
01a1cf13
TITLE
Software Engineer - Remote
TEAM
Engineering
TYPE
Contract
POSTED
Nov 12, 2026
JOB ID
01a1cf13
Compensation: $104,000–$208,000 annually (equivalent to $50–$100/hour, based on 40 hours per week)
Engagement: Project-based Contractor
Commitment: Approximately 15 hours per week
Openings: 100
We are seeking experienced Software Engineers to develop challenging coding tasks that evaluate advanced AI models' ability to solve real-world software engineering problems. Tasks will be based on existing code repositories and focus on debugging, feature development, code refactoring, and performance optimization.
Create realistic, complex coding challenges based on existing software repositories.
Design tasks involving bug fixing, feature implementation, refactoring, and performance improvements.
Build reproducible environments for testing and evaluating solutions.
Develop deterministic automated verifiers that accept valid solutions and reject incorrect or incomplete implementations.
Provide reference solutions and clear technical documentation.
Identify and flag ambiguous or unverifiable tasks.
Strong hands-on programming experience in at least one of Python 3, Java, Rust, Go, C++, or TypeScript.
Solid understanding of algorithms, data structures, and software engineering principles.
Proven experience debugging complex systems and resolving software issues.
Experience implementing features, refactoring codebases, and optimizing performance.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality technical work.
Previous AI experience is not required.
Payment is based on approved tasks that meet project specifications. Estimated completion time is 5 hours per task for trainers and 1.5 hours for reviewers. Actual earnings depend on approved tasks and workload.
Selection Process: Application and screening questions, AI interview, profile review, and onboarding.
Availability: Selected candidates should be ready to start within 24–48 hours of completing onboarding.
About the company
FreshTalent is a Pan-African talent platform connecting students, graduates, and experienced professionals with employers across Africa. We help organizations discover exceptional talent while empowering individuals to access meaningful career opportunities, internships, graduate programs, and remote work.
Our platform combines AI-powered talent matching, employer branding, recruitment marketing, career development resources, and workforce insights to create a seamless hiring experience for employers and job seekers alike. We work with startups, SMEs, multinational organizations, NGOs, and public sector institutions seeking to build diverse, future-ready teams.
Beyond connecting talent with opportunities, FreshTalent is committed to strengthening Africa's workforce by improving employability, supporting career development, and helping organizations unlock the continent's immense talent potential.
