Full stack Developer

About The Company Outlier is at the forefront of advancing artificial intelligence by enhancing the capabilities of AI agents through human feedback. The company collaborates with leading AI organizations to develop and refine Large Language Models (LLMs), transforming them into proactive, multi-step agents capable of complex decision-making and problem-solving. Outlier’s mission is to shape the future of autonomous systems by teaching these models how to design, coordinate, and optimize intricate real-world workflows. With a focus on innovation and excellence, Outlier aims to push the boundaries of what AI can achieve, making it an ideal environment for talented professionals eager to contribute to cutting-edge AI development. About The Role Outlier is seeking skilled software experts to join its team as freelance contributors focused on training generative AI models. This role offers a flexible, fully remote working environment, allowing you to contribute your expertise whenever it fits your schedule. As part of the team, you will play a crucial role in developing evaluation criteria, reviewing system logs, refactoring code, and testing AI systems for vulnerabilities. Your work will directly impact the reliability, security, and performance of advanced AI agents, helping to ensure they operate safely and effectively in real-world scenarios. This opportunity is perfect for professionals with a background in backend engineering, AI automation, or complex systems integration who are passionate about shaping the future of AI technology. Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess at least two years of experience in backend engineering, AI automation, or the integration of complex systems. You should have a proven track record of building and maintaining production-grade software with modular architectures, such as distinct services for data parsing, logic processing, and reporting. Strong proficiency in at least two major programming languages like Python, JavaScript, Go, or Java, coupled with experience working with SQL databases, is essential. Practical experience in deploying systems in live environments, handling multi-turn interactions, and ensuring system robustness is highly valued. Attention to detail and the ability to provide clear, technical feedback on complex system behaviors are critical attributes for success in this role. Responsibilities Your responsibilities will include developing objective and verifiable criteria, such as rubrics, to evaluate AI system performance and ensure outputs meet strict functional standards. You will review system logs and trajectories to identify areas for refactoring, improve execution paths, and achieve a "Golden Path" of reliability. Testing systems for vulnerabilities, including data exposure, unauthorized access, and edge-case failures, will be a key part of your role. Additionally, you will analyze system behaviors, identify subtle failures such as privacy leaks or prompt injections, and suggest improvements. Collaborating with the team to enhance system robustness and security, you will contribute to the ongoing development of AI agents capable of handling complex, real-world tasks effectively. Benefits This freelance opportunity provides competitive compensation, with rates up to USD $50 per hour for core project work. In addition, contributors have the chance to earn extra income through Missions, Outlier’s surge pricing system, which can increase earnings by an average of 7.5%, with top contributors boosting their earnings by approximately 11%. The flexible nature of the role allows you to work from anywhere, accommodating your personal schedule. Outlier also offers a dynamic environment focused on innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth, making it an excellent platform for AI and software development enthusiasts to expand their skills and impact the future of autonomous AI systems. Equal Opportunity Outlier is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe in fostering a diverse workforce that brings a wide range of perspectives and ideas, which is essential for innovation and success. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and we are dedicated to providing a fair and equitable hiring process.