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AI Engineer
micro1 is engaging AI Engineers to help train next-generation AI systems by creating Reinforcement Learning environments that test an AI model's ability to solve complex software engineering problems using Model Context Protocol (MCP) tools. Contributors will design reproducible environments, deterministic verification, and golden reference solutions for tasks involving bug fixing, feature implementation, codebase refactoring, performance optimization, and reasoning over information from real MCP servers.
Salary
USD60 - USD120 / HOUR
Department
AI Engineering & Model Evaluation
Experience
Professional Software Engineering Experience
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Role fit snapshot
- Engagement
- Remote contractor | micro1 application platform
- Experience
- Recorded experience: Professional Software Engineering Experience
- Core expertise
- AI Engineering & Model Evaluation | Java | Rust | C++
- Named tools
- Python | TypeScript
- Expected work/output
- Evaluation tasks
- Geographic eligibility
- Not specified beyond Remote
- Listing dates
- Posted 2026-08-26 | Valid through 2026-09-25
- Compensation
- Recorded compensation: $60-$120/hour
Responsibilities
- Create Reinforcement Learning environments that test AI models on complex software engineering problems using Model Context Protocol tools.
- Design tasks involving bug fixing, feature implementation, codebase refactoring, and software performance optimization.
- Build reproducible evaluation environments that require AI agents to discover and reason over information from real MCP servers.
- Develop deterministic verification methods for accurately evaluating AI model performance and MCP tool usage.
- Create golden reference solutions that demonstrate correct approaches to software engineering evaluation tasks.
- Ensure evaluation environments accurately measure software engineering ability, reasoning quality, and effective tool use.
- Contribute clear technical documentation and maintain a high standard of reproducibility and evaluation quality.
Skills
PythonJavaRustC++GoTypeScriptAlgorithmsData StructuresBug FixingFeature ImplementationCodebase RefactoringPerformance OptimizationModel Context ProtocolReinforcement Learning EnvironmentsSoftware EngineeringDebuggingPerformance Tuning
Requirements
- Proficiency in at least one of C++, Python, Java, Go, TypeScript, or Rust.
- Deep understanding of algorithms, data structures, and performance tuning.
- Demonstrated experience debugging complex software issues and delivering maintainable solutions.
- Strong background in feature development and codebase refactoring.
- Proven ability to optimize software for performance and scalability.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Track record of successful collaboration with cross-functional teams, ideally in remote environments.
- Previous experience working with large-scale distributed codebases is preferred.
- Familiarity with modern AI or machine learning systems is advantageous but not required.
- Experience participating in rigorous code reviews and developing software engineering best practices is preferred.
- Availability of approximately 15 hours per week.
Benefits
- Fully remote contractor opportunity.
- Flexible schedule with the ability to choose working hours and days, including weekends if desired.
- Approximately 15 hours of work per week.
- Opportunity to contribute directly to next-generation AI training and evaluation systems.
- Work with reinforcement learning environments, MCP tools, and realistic software engineering problems.
- No prior professional AI experience required.
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