Backend Engineer Talent Network

Mercor
Software engineering
Remote
Part time

$70 to $150/hIndicative range provided by Mercor

Posted on February 20, 2026 · Applications until December 3, 2026

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This remote role involves training and evaluating AI models in backend engineering and creating real-world tasks. The primary requirements include professional experience in API development and microservices, along with strong communication skills.

Description in English, as published by Mercor.

About Mercor’s talent network

Join our Backend Engineer Expert Network to connect with leading AI labs and companies seeking your expertise. This is an open application for future contract opportunities that match your background and interests.

Once you complete your profile and pass our AI interview, you'll be eligible for relevant projects as they become available. We match experts to opportunities on a rolling basis.

About Mercor projects

Experts in our network contribute to:

  • Training and evaluating AI models in Backend Engineering

  • Creating tasks and deliverables based on real-world scenarios

  • Providing domain-specific feedback to advance frontier AI research

Projects vary in scope and duration, with typical commitments ranging from 15-30 hours per week.

What we're looking for:

  • Professional experience in API development & microservices, database architecture & optimization, distributed systems

  • Strong communication skills

  • Ability to work independently in a remote environment

How it works:

This is not a specific job posting. By applying, you're joining our Backend Engineer talent network. 

  • Apply once: Complete your profile by uploading your resume and confirming your work location.

  • Get verified: We review your credentials and approve qualified experts.

  • Stay connected: When projects need Backend Engineering expertise, we match you to opportunities based on your expertise and project needs.

  • Start working: Be invited to interview for opportunities that align with your schedule and interests. You will earn competitive rates while working remotely on your own schedule.

Open worldwide

About Mercor

Mercor is a US marketplace hiring remote experts for AI and consulting projects, from law to engineering. The original posting is on their site.

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