[Remote] Software Engineer - Open Source Contributions - Remote

Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. YO AI Labs is seeking a contractor Software Engineer to contribute to open-source development projects supporting AI training. The role involves feature development, debugging, refactoring, performance optimization, code review, collaboration with remote contributors, and technical documentation. Responsibilities Develop and implement features in existing open-source projects Fix complex bugs and improve code reliability Refactor legacy code for better performance, scalability, and readability Apply algorithms and efficient problem-solving techniques Review and validate code against project standards Collaborate with remote contributors and document technical solutions Provide clear technical explanations of implementations Skills * Python 3 * Java * Rust * C++ * TypeScript * Algorithms & Problem Solving * Bug Fixing * Feature Implementation * Codebase Refactoring * Performance Optimization * Strong proficiency in at least two programming languages * Experience contributing to open-source projects * Background in competitive programming or complex algorithmic problem solving * Strong code review, documentation, and communication skills * Ability to work independently in a remote environment Benefits Remote work arrangement Payment is provided per completed task that meets project requirements. Company Overview YO AI Labs is an AI data solutions company specializing in high-quality data annotation, data labeling, AI training, and human-in-the-loop services that power the next generation of artificial intelligence. It was founded in 2024, and is headquartered in Shi'bat Al Wutah, Abu Dhabi Emirate, AE, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https//yoailabs.com.

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