Python Software Engineer
Company Description
AfterQuery (backed by Y Combinator) focuses on creating niche, high-quality datasets to train AI models. We believe that AI will transform the world, but that it needs to be guided by the smartest people. Join us in advancing the future of AI applications.
Job Description
We are seeking skilled programmers on a contract basis to generate high-quality python code samples. This is a flexible remote position requiring 5-20 hours of work per week.
Responsibilities
- Create diverse, well-structured python code samples
- Resolve git and GitHub-related issues on open-source projects
- Diagnose and fix merge conflicts, branching problems, and repository errors
- Review and implement pull requests to address codebase issues
- Implement bug fixes
- Provide clear comments and documentation within code
- Develop code that demonstrates best practices and follows industry standards
Required Qualifications
- Strong coding skills in Python
- Undergrad degree completed or in-progress in relevant field (computer science, data science, statistics)
- Internship or full-time experience from a reputable technology company (big tech, Fortune 50, quant finance)
- Deep understanding of software development principles and design patterns
- Ability to write clean, efficient, and maintainable code
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
- Strong familiarity with git and GitHub
- Based in the US or Canada
Preferred Qualifications
- Contribution to open-source projects