Software Engineer — Open-Source Contributions, Remote

Job overview

The Software Engineer — Open-Source Contributions role is fully remote; compensation is output-based per completed task that meets project requirements, and no numeric pay rate is specified. YO AI Labs seeks contributions to open-source development projects supporting AI training. The engineer develops and improves real-world codebases through feature work, debugging, refactoring, and performance optimization. The role contributes reliable, reviewed code and clear technical documentation in collaboration with remote contributors.

What you'll do

• Develop features in existing open-source projects
• fix complex bugs
• refactor legacy code for performance, scalability, and readability
• apply algorithms and problem-solving techniques
• review and validate code against project standards
• collaborate remotely, document technical solutions, and explain implementations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

software engineer

remote

yo ai labs

open source

python 3

java

rust

c++

typescript

debugging

refactoring

performance optimization

output-based pay

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

No prior AI experience is required. Payment is per completed task meeting project requirements, and minimum weekly submission requirements apply.

About the employer

YO AI Labs is hiring for this role. Industry: Custom Computer Programming Services. Sector: 54.