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Role Overview We are expanding our elite Engineering Expert Network, connecting highly skilled Backend Engineers with leading AI research laboratories. In this remote consulting role, you will apply your deep expertise in server-side architecture and data management to train, evaluate, and refine frontier artificial intelligence models focused on automated software engineering.

Core Responsibilities Once matched with an active project, your contributions will include:

- Training and evaluating AI models in backend engineering, reviewing API logic, microservices, and database interactions.
- Designing coding tasks, complex system architecture challenges, and technical deliverables based on real-world distributed systems.
- Providing domain-specific, structured feedback on AI-generated code to advance automated backend research.

Candidate Profile

- Robust qualified experience in API development and microservices architecture.
- Deep expertise in database architecture, optimization, and managing large-scale distributed systems.
- Fluent in written and spoken English,



with exceptional communication skills to clearly document technical evaluations and code reviews.
- Highly self-motivated with the proven ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Engagement Details & Compensation

- Work Structure: 100% remote, independent contractor position. Set your own flexible hours.
- Commitment: Typical engagements range from 15 to 30 hours per week, depending on project scope.
- Compensation: Highly competitive hourly rate. Payments are processed securely and weekly via Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
- Confidentiality: Your work will not involve accessing, using, or sharing any confidential source code or proprietary architecture from your current employer.

Next Steps By applying, you are registering for our continuous Backend Engineering Talent Network. Please submit your resume outlining your technical stack. Verified engineers will undergo a brief AI-guided technical interview and be matched with upcoming projects on a rolling basis. (We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.)

📌 Senior Backend Engineer (Canada)
🏢 Talent Wall
📍 Canada