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Open Source Contributor

Remote, United States remote Entry $50 - $150
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About the role

Role Title: Open Source Contributor
Role Type: Contractor
Location: Remote
micro1 is engaging with open source contributors to participate in a very complex and challenging Software Engineering project.
As an expert you will be creating Reinforcement Learning Environments which test an AI model's ability to solve complex software engineering workflows. These workflows are similar in scope to common DevOps | CI/CD | Debugging workflows using common cli tools such as git, docker, gdb, asan, ffmpeg and many more. Your task will be to create reproducible rl environments that test a model's ability to solve these workflows along with a golden reference solution.
Applicants must have clear open source contributions and profiles to showcase it like GitHub or GitLab. (Preferably with C++, Python, JAVA, GoLang, Typescript, or Rust)
Scope of Work

Contribute production-quality code, reviews, and documentation to open-source repositories relevant to the customer’s project.

Design, implement, and optimize complex algorithms and system components using one or more of the following languages: C++, Python, JAVA, GoLang, Typescript, or Rust.

Identify and resolve technical challenges, bugs, and performance bottlenecks in existing codebases.

Collaborate with other contributors and stakeholders to align deliverables with project goals and best practices.

Create, maintain, and enhance technical documentation to support knowledge sharing and onboarding.

Participate in code discussions and provide constructive feedback to elevate overall code quality.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience working on large-scale, distributed codebases.

Familiarity with modern AI or machine learning systems is a plus, though not required.

Background in participating in rigorous code reviews and contributing to the development of software best practices.

Process:

Apply to the role, filling out the screening questions

Complete AI interview (aprox. 30 minutes)

Technical Assessment (Tentative)

Hiring Manager review

Compensation Structure
Compensation is output-based; experts are paid per task that meets the project specifications. The time required to complete work may vary depending on the expert’s experience and workflow. Minimum submission requirements apply. Experts must submit a minimum of tasks per week.
Start Timeline & Availability
We typically fill roles within 48 hours and are looking for experts ready to jump in right away. If selected, we expect you to start your first tasks within 24–48 hours of completing onboarding.
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Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Open Source Contributor role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at name?
  3. Which of Javascript, Python and Remote Collaboration have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?

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  • A recent example that proves your experience with Javascript, Python and Remote Collaboration.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Open Source Contributor role because I can bring practical experience in Javascript, Python and Remote Collaboration, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes name needs from this hire.

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