
Software Engineer - Open Source Contributions
Listing checked November 12, 2026 · pay as published by micro1
Key details
- Pay
- $50–100/hr
- Location
- Remote
- Job type
- contract
- Openings
- 200
- Posted
- November 10, 2026
Overview
micro1 is hiring Software Engineer - Open Source Contributions experts for a customer project centered on high-quality open source software development. Your coding work will also help train next-generation AI systems, shaping how models learn and reason from real-world input. You'll work with languages like Python3, Java, Rust, C++, and Typescript to build features, fix bugs, and refactor code. No prior AI experience is needed; your domain knowledge is what matters.
What You'll Do7
- Build and refine new features inside existing open source codebases using Python3, Java, Rust, C++, and Typescript.
- Track down and fix complex bugs, delivering solutions that hold up and match project standards.
- Refactor legacy code to improve performance, readability, and scalability.
- Take part in code validation, checking accuracy, output consistency, and adherence to best coding practices.
- Apply advanced algorithms and competitive programming techniques to design efficient solutions for intricate problems.
- Work remotely with other contributors to review proposed changes and keep project documentation current.
- Write clear, concise technical summaries that explain solution design and implementation details.
Requirements7
- Proficiency in at least two of: Python, C++, Java, Rust, Typescript, Go, or C#.
- Experience contributing to open source projects, including feature development, bug fixing, and codebase refactoring.
- Strong background in competitive programming and analysis of complex coding problems.
- Ability to interpret multifaceted problem constraints and identify multiple solution pathways.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for precise technical documentation and peer collaboration.
- Keen attention to detail in code review, validation, and maintenance.
- Comfort working independently in a remote, collaborative setting and producing well-documented code under project deadlines.
Who Should Apply
Engineers with deep experience in at least two of Python, C++, Java, Rust, Typescript, Go, or C# and a track record of open source contributions. You should be comfortable with competitive programming, complex problem analysis, and clear technical writing. This role suits independent workers who can deliver well-documented code on project deadlines.
Salary Insight
Compensation is $50 to $100 per hour, paid per task that meets project specifications. The time to complete work varies with experience and workflow. A minimum number of tasks per week is required.
Pay and demand for Software Engineering roles
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$50–100/hr
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Typical pay · estimated
$80/hour
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Most Software Engineering roles pay $55–$100 per hour. This role's pay falls inside that range.
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Most requested skills · share of roles
- python22%
- ai evaluation11%
- code review10%
- technical writing10%
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