Freelance iOS Developer (Swift / React Native) Remote | $200/hr

iOS Mobile Software Engineer (Swift / React Native)Hourly Contract | Part-Time Remote | $200 per hour (average inclusive of bonuses)1. About the Role

Mercor is partnering with leading AI research labs to engage experienced iOS Mobile Software Engineers with expertise in Swift or React Native.

In this role, you will help design, develop, and validate coding benchmarks that reflect real-world mobile development practices — improving how AI systems learn to code, debug, and reason about complex software environments.

This is a part-time, remote, and high-impact opportunity to apply your mobile engineering expertise toward shaping the future of intelligent software systems.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Develop and validate iOS coding benchmarks in Swift or React Native.
• Curate tasks, solutions, and test suites from real-world mobile repositories.
• Ensure each benchmark includes comprehensive unit and integration testing for solution verification.
• Debug, optimize, and document code for performance, reliability, and reproducibility.
• Provide structured feedback on solution clarity, efficiency, and adherence to best iOS engineering practices.

3. Ideal Qualifications

• 3–10 years of professional experience as an iOS engineer (in-house or freelance).
• Proven expertise in Swift and familiarity with React Native.
• Strong background in mobile debugging, testing, and optimization.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to communicate technical reasoning clearly.
• Experience contributing to production-grade mobile apps or open-source projects preferred.

4. Project Timeline

• Start Date: Immediate
• Duration: 1 month
• Commitment: Part-time (15–20 hours/week)
• Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous — flexible working hours

5. Compensation & Contract Terms

• Base Rate: $90/hour
• Bonus: Additional pay per approved benchmark task (≈1 hour each)
• Median Effective Pay: ~$200/hour (inclusive of bonuses)
• Classification: Independent Contractor (via Mercor)
• Payments:Daily via Stripe Connect for completed and approved work

6. Application & Onboarding Process

1. Upload your resume to begin the process.
2. Complete a brief AI-led interview (≈15 minutes) discussing your background and experience.
3. Take a technical assessment evaluating real-world coding, debugging, and architectural reasoning.
4. Receive follow-up communication and onboarding details within a few days if selected.

⚡ PS: Mercor reviews applications daily. Please complete your interview and onboarding steps to be considered for this opportunity. ⚡