At a Glance
- Tasks: Build or improve your own project using AI coding assistants in recorded sessions.
- Company: Mercor, partnering with a leading AI research organization.
- Benefits: $500 per accepted session, remote work, and flexible schedule.
- Other info: Perfect for both experienced developers and non-coders eager to innovate.
- Why this job: Join a cutting-edge project and showcase your skills while working with AI.
- Qualifications: Building a real project; AI tool experience is a plus, but not required.
Mercor is partnering with a leading AI research organization to understand how people build with AI coding assistants. We're looking for builders with their own projects, from experienced developers to non-coders who build with AI, to do their normal work in OpenCode, a terminal-based coding assistant, while each session is recorded.
What You'll Do
- Build or improve your own real project using the open-weight and Gemini models we provide.
- Choose which model to use for each task, and switch whenever you naturally would.
- Use one chat per task.
Ideal Qualifications
- Actively building a real project (side project, startup, app, or LLM-powered feature).
- Uses AI tools to build, such as Cursor, Claude Code, Codex, Cline, Replit, or Lovable.
- Comfortable following simple terminal setup steps on Mac or Linux.
- Professional coding experience is welcome but not required; non-coders who build with AI are encouraged to apply.
Project Details
- Remote, flexible schedule.
- $500 per accepted session (about 50 turns, typically 2–3 hours of active work).
- Start: immediate.
AI Coding Session Contributor in Toronto employer: Mercor
Mercor is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and innovative work culture, connecting top-tier talent with leading AI research labs. With the flexibility of remote work, employees enjoy a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and collaboration across diverse teams. The competitive compensation and the opportunity to engage in high-impact projects make Mercor a rewarding place for legal experts looking to make a meaningful contribution.
