LLM Evaluation Specialist - Remote Software Engineering

About the Role

We are looking for an LLM Evaluation Specialist - Remote to join our team at Mercor. As a key player in our organization, you will evaluate LLM-generated responses to coding and software engineering queries, ensuring accuracy and clarity. This role offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute to innovative AI projects from anywhere.

What You'll Do

• Evaluate LLM-generated responses for accuracy, reasoning, clarity, and completeness.
• Conduct fact-checking using trusted public sources and authoritative references.
• Execute code and validate outputs using appropriate tools to ensure accuracy.
• Annotate model responses by identifying strengths and areas for improvement.
• Assess code quality, readability, algorithmic soundness, and explanation quality.
• Ensure model responses align with expected conversational behavior and system guidelines.
• Apply consistent evaluation standards by following clear taxonomies and detailed evaluation guidelines.

Requirements

• BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field.
• 5+ years of real-world experience in software engineering or related technical roles.
• Expertise in Ruby programming language.
• Ability to solve HackerRank or LeetCode medium and hard-level problems independently.
• Experience contributing to well-known open-source projects, including merged pull requests.
• Significant experience using LLMs while coding and understanding their strengths and failure modes.
• Strong attention to detail and comfort evaluating complex technical reasoning.

Nice to Have

• Prior experience with RLHF, model evaluation, or data annotation work.
• Track record in competitive programming.
• Experience reviewing code in production environments.
• Familiarity with multiple programming paradigms or ecosystems.
• Experience explaining complex technical concepts to non-expert audiences.

What We Offer

• Flexible remote work arrangements.
• Competitive hourly compensation of $60–$100/hour.
• Opportunity to work with leading AI research labs.
• Daily application reviews to expedite your hiring process.
• Access to resources and support throughout the application process.