Software Engineer - Backend (Freelance | Remote | Global)

Software Engineer - Backend (Freelance | Remote | Global) Eligible Locations (Remote) - United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Australia, Argentina, Germany, France, Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Ireland, Denmark, Finland, Colombia, BrazilAbout Bespoke LabsAt Bespoke Labs.AI, we’re building immersive digital worlds where intelligent agents learn, reason, and evolve. We design large-scale AI environments and production-grade systems that directly shape how next-generation models are trained, not tooling around AI, but the systems that power it. Our work has driven foundational datasets like OpenThoughts and state-of-the-art models such as Bespoke-MiniCheck and Bespoke-MiniChart.We’re inviting high-caliber Software Engineers from top-tier institutions with relevant work experience to collaborate with us. This is a fully remote, freelance opportunity for engineers with 3–10 years of experience who value technical depth, ownership, and flexibility. Contribute on your own schedule, without leaving your full-time role and work on real, high-impact engineering that actively trains and advances frontier AI.As a Freelance Software Engineer at Bespoke Labs AI, you will work on systems that power large-scale AI training and execution. This is the role where your engineering decisions have direct impact on both production systems and model performance.What You Will DoBuild and maintain core backend systems for AI training and task executionDesign and operate scalable, high-throughput services handling millions of tasks per weekDevelop distributed workflows and compute orchestration systemsCollaborate closely with AI researchers and model engineers to ship end-to-end solutionsTake ownership of production systems in a fast-paced, execution-driven environmentWhat We Are Looking For4 - 10 years of professional software engineering experienceExperience building and operating systems at scaleStrong fundamentals in systems design, data structures, and distributed systemsFamiliarity with modern stacks such as Python and Go, databases, and async systemsComfortable working in high-ownership startup environmentsComputer Science / CS background from top tier college or an equivalent college or university is preferred.What You’ll Find at Bespoke Labs / What makes us different:Top-of-market hourly compensation, bi-weekly payoutsWork on mission-critical systems influencing AI behaviorCollaborate with a highly selective group of engineers and researchersNo fixed hours - contribute based on availabilityIdeal for engineers exploring high-impact side work or frontier AI exposure (Short Term / Long term Projects)We keep the bar high and the teams small.Compensation:This is a fully remote opportunity open to candidates based in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, United Kingdom, New Zealand, Australia, Argentina, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Ireland, Denmark, Finland, Colombia, and Brazil.Hourly compensation for core projects typically ranges between USD $40 and $70 per hour. Final rates are determined based on experience, skills evaluation, location, project scope, and overall requirementsBespoke Labs Hiring ProcessShortlisting → Take-Home Test / Interview → OnboardingRegistration Link: https://forms.gle/s5tcYtzLP2zhfngv6Website: https://www.bespokelabs.ai/Our CommitmentBespoke Labs AI is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and providing reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process. Applicant data is handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws and internal policies.Build the core systems behind agentic AI.If you are looking for real impact, technical ownership, and flexible remote work, we would love to hear from you.Work Authorization & Engagement Type (U.S.):This position is a 1099 independent contractor role for applicants based in the United States. As such, we are unable to provide H-1B sponsorship, transfers, or any employment-based visa support. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a 1099 basis.