Mobile Application Software Engineer
Company: Mercor
Location: Location not specified (Remote)
Type: Full-time
Level: mid
Remote: Yes
Posted: 2026-03-01
About this role
About The Job
Mercor
connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include
Benchmark
,
General Catalyst
,
Peter Thiel
,
Adam D'Angelo
,
Larry Summers
, and
Jack Dorsey
.
Position:
Client Software Engineer
Type:
Contract
Compensation:
$100–$120/hour
Location:
Onsite - Seattle, open to Hybrid
Commitment:
3 days onsite/week
Role Responsibilities
- Design and develop software systems using principles of computer science and mathematical analysis.
- Evaluate and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software.
- Develop and maintain mobile applications for Android or iOS, ensuring high performance and responsiveness.
- Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and resolve software issues, making system changes as needed.
- Work independently to manage time effectively and deliver high-quality software solutions.
- Provide mentoring and feedback to support team members' growth and performance.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- 2+ years experience building mobile applications on Android or iOS.
- Experience with multithreading programming and mobile memory management.
- Shipped at least one large-scale product supporting millions of active users.
- Strong experience in building maintainable and testable code bases, including API design and unit testing.
Preferred
- Knowledge of SQL, VisualBasic, and other computer development software.
- Familiarity with the full software development lifecycle from analysis to delivery.
Compensation & Legal
- Hourly contractor
- Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants will be considered with arrest and conviction records.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
- Upload resume
- AI interview based on your resume
- Submit form
Resources & Support
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