Senior Backend Engineer (Python/FastAPI), AI Evaluation (US-based)
About this role
About Us
Based in San Francisco, California, Turing is the world’s leading research accelerator for frontier AI labs and a trusted partner for global enterprises deploying advanced AI systems. Turing supports customers in two ways: first, by accelerating frontier research with high-quality data, advanced training pipelines, plus top AI researchers who specialize in software engineering, logical reasoning, STEM, multilinguality, multimodality, and agents; and second, by applying that expertise to help enterprises transform AI from proof of concept into proprietary intelligence with systems that perform reliably, deliver measurable impact, and drive lasting results on the P&L.
Ideal Background
This role is ideal for engineers who have shipped high-impact products at fast-moving companies like Stripe, Airbnb, Cloudflare, Datadog, Coinbase, or similar high-growth engineering environments. We especially welcome graduates from leading programs such as Harvard, Columbia, Princeton, Yale, University of Pennsylvania, and comparable institutions, though exceptional experience and skill always take precedence over pedigree.
Project Overview
As a Software Engineering evaluator, you will create cutting-edge datasets for training, benchmarking, and advancing large language models, collaborating closely with researchers. This includes curating code examples, providing precise solutions, and making corrections, with a primary focus on Python across backend services, data pipelines, and ML infrastructure, alongside JavaScript (including ReactJS), C/C++, Java, Rust, and Go. You will evaluate and refine AI-generated code for efficiency, scalability, and reliability, and work with cross-functional teams to enhance enterprise-level AI-driven coding solutions.
What Does a Typical Day Look Like?
- Work on AI model training initiatives by curating code examples, building solutions, and correcting code, primarily in Python, with additional work in JavaScript (including ReactJS), C/C++, Java, Rust, and Go.
- Evaluate and refine AI-generated code to ensure that it is efficient, scalable, and reliable.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance AI-driven coding solutions against industry performance benchmarks.
- Build agents and automated verification tools in Python that can verify the quality of code and identify error patterns.
- Hypothesize on steps in the software engineering cycle (prototyping, architecture design, API design, production implementation, launch, experiments, monitoring, operational maintenance) and evaluate model capabilities on them.
- Design verification mechanisms that can automatically verify a solution to a software engineering task.
Required Skills
- Several years of software engineering experience (3 years or more)
- Strong expertise in Python with deep knowledge of frameworks, tooling, and best practices for building production-grade software.
- Experience building full-stack applications and deploying scalable software using modern languages and tools.
- Deep understanding of software architecture, design, development, debugging, and code quality/review assessment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills for clear, structured evaluation rationales.
Engagement Details
- Commitment: flexible engagement, minimum 10 hrs/week, up to 40 hrs/week
- Type: Contractor (no medical/paid leave)
- Duration: 1 month (potential extensions based on performance and fit)
- Location: Candidates must be based in the United States
Evaluation Process
- The application process takes 15 to 30 minutes.
- Completion of an AI video interview is required.
Key skills
Details
- Pay: Shared during the application process
- Company: Turing
- Location: Remote
- Eligible locations: United States
- Platform: Turing
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Senior Backend Engineer (Python/FastAPI), AI Evaluation (US-based) role pay?
Turing does not publish a pay rate for this Senior Backend Engineer (Python/FastAPI), AI Evaluation (US-based) position. Pay is shared during the application process and depends on your experience and the scope of the work.
Is the Senior Backend Engineer (Python/FastAPI), AI Evaluation (US-based) role remote, and can I work from home?
Yes. Turing lists this Senior Backend Engineer (Python/FastAPI), AI Evaluation (US-based) position as fully remote, so you can work from home or anywhere with a reliable computer and internet connection.
Is Senior Backend Engineer (Python/FastAPI), AI Evaluation (US-based) full time or part time?
Turing lists this as a contractor remote role. Full details are in the role description above.
Which countries can apply for Senior Backend Engineer (Python/FastAPI), AI Evaluation (US-based)?
Turing lists eligibility for United States. Check the Turing listing for current requirements before applying.
Do I need experience to apply for Senior Backend Engineer (Python/FastAPI), AI Evaluation (US-based)?
The requirements are listed in the role description above. Turing screens applicants through its own process, and relevant skills or credentials strengthen your application.
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