Software Engineer

This is a Software Engineer role with Mercor based in Sydney, NSW, Australia== Mercor ==Role Seniority - junior, mid level, senior More About The Software Engineer Role At Mercor

• Role Overview

We’re hiring Software Engineers to build and ship apps for Mercor’s RL Studio platform. The role involves developing MCP servers and sometimes BUAs, integrating real software into sandbox environments, and ensuring apps are stable, testable, and production-ready.

• What You’ll Do
• Build MCP servers in Python using FastMCP
• Integrate web or desktop applications into RL Studio
• Work with APIs, Docker, Linux environments, and service configuration
• Implement populate/snapshot hooks for app state management
• Test apps locally and debug build, runtime, and permission issues
• Ensure apps meet platform validation and deployment requirements
• What We’re Looking For
• Strong Python skills
• Experience with APIs, backend systems, and debugging
• Familiarity with Docker, Linux, and local testing workflows
• Ability to work with configuration files and deployment pipelines
• Problem-solving skills and attention to technical detail
• Nice to Have
• Experience with FastMCP or similar frameworks
• Experience integrating third-party apps or developer tools
• Familiarity with web apps, databases, and containerized environments

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request. Contract and Payment Terms

• You will be engaged as an independent contractor.
• This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule.
• Projects can be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance.
• Your work at Mercor will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution.
• Payments are weekly on Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
• Please note: We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time.

Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Mercor team will be there to support your growth. 🟢 Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined 🟢 Key Responsibilities

• 🖥️ Building MCP servers
• 🔄 Integrating applications
• 🔍 Testing and debugging

Key Strengths

• 🐍 Python skills
• 🔗 API experience
• 🐳 Docker and Linux familiarity
• ⚙️ FastMCP experience
• 🔌 Third-party integration experience
• 🌐 Web apps and databases familiarity

Why Mercor is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with Mercor not with Hatch.