{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"da94be440b313e5d7336c0f8","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/da94be440b313e5d7336c0f8","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/da94be440b313e5d7336c0f8","title":"Software Engineer - Software Development","description":"About The Job\r\nMercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.\r\nJob Details\r\nPosition: Software Engineer\r\nType: Contract\r\nCompensation: $70–$95/hour\r\nLocation: Remote\r\nRole Responsibilities\r\nDesign and develop high-quality Python code for controlling complex hardware systems like wind tunnel fan arrays.\r\nImplement and optimize control algorithms for real-time performance, including PWM control for fan motors.\r\nDevelop software to generate various airflow conditions, including laminar and turbulent flows.\r\nCreate control interfaces for secondary systems, including robotic HATS movers and multi-channel spatial audio setups.\r\nIntegrate data from motion capture systems like Optitrack for real-time tracking and system alignment.\r\nTroubleshoot and resolve complex software and system-level issues to ensure high availability of lab equipment.\r\nQualifications\r\nMust-Have\r\nBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field.\r\nProven experience in Python programming with emphasis on hardware control or robotics.\r\nUnderstanding of control systems theory, digital signal processing, and data acquisition principles.\r\nKnowledge of fluid mechanics, aerodynamic principles, and acoustic measurement techniques.\r\nAbility to debug complex systems that include both hardware and software.\r\nExcellent communication and collaboration skills.\r\nPreferred\r\nExperience with motion control systems for robotics or automation.\r\nFamiliarity with spatial audio technologies, particularly High-Order Ambisonics (HOA).\r\nExperience integrating motion capture systems like Optitrack into control software.\r\nExperience with advanced aerodynamic measurement techniques such as Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV).\r\nFamiliarity with GUI development frameworks for creating internal tools.\r\nExperience with cross-platform software development (Windows, macOS, Linux).\r\nApplication Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)\r\nUpload resume\r\nAI interview based on your resume\r\nSubmit form\r\nResources & Support\r\nFor details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome\r\nFor any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com\r\nPS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Mercor","rawCompany":"mercor","city":"Millbrae","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-09T08:03:42.052Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2199.05","title":"Mechatronics Engineers","slug":"mechatronics-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Software Engineer - Software Development","description":"About The Job\r\nMercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.\r\nJob Details\r\nPosition: Software Engineer\r\nType: Contract\r\nCompensation: $70–$95/hour\r\nLocation: Remote\r\nRole Responsibilities\r\nDesign and develop high-quality Python code for controlling complex hardware systems like wind tunnel fan arrays.\r\nImplement and optimize control algorithms for real-time performance, including PWM control for fan motors.\r\nDevelop software to generate various airflow conditions, including laminar and turbulent flows.\r\nCreate control interfaces for secondary systems, including robotic HATS movers and multi-channel spatial audio setups.\r\nIntegrate data from motion capture systems like Optitrack for real-time tracking and system alignment.\r\nTroubleshoot and resolve complex software and system-level issues to ensure high availability of lab equipment.\r\nQualifications\r\nMust-Have\r\nBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field.\r\nProven experience in Python programming with emphasis on hardware control or robotics.\r\nUnderstanding of control systems theory, digital signal processing, and data acquisition principles.\r\nKnowledge of fluid mechanics, aerodynamic principles, and acoustic measurement techniques.\r\nAbility to debug complex systems that include both hardware and software.\r\nExcellent communication and collaboration skills.\r\nPreferred\r\nExperience with motion control systems for robotics or automation.\r\nFamiliarity with spatial audio technologies, particularly High-Order Ambisonics (HOA).\r\nExperience integrating motion capture systems like Optitrack into control software.\r\nExperience with advanced aerodynamic measurement techniques such as Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV).\r\nFamiliarity with GUI development frameworks for creating internal tools.\r\nExperience with cross-platform software development (Windows, macOS, Linux).\r\nApplication Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)\r\nUpload resume\r\nAI interview based on your resume\r\nSubmit form\r\nResources & Support\r\nFor details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome\r\nFor any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com\r\nPS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-04-09T08:03:42.052Z","dateModified":"2026-04-09T08:03:42.052Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Mercor","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Millbrae","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"da94be440b313e5d7336c0f8"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/da94be440b313e5d7336c0f8"}}