Software Engineer – Open Source Contributions (Remote | $50–$100/hr)

Software Engineer – Open Source Contributions

Position: Software Engineer – Open Source Contributions

Type: Contractor

Compensation: $50–$100/hour

Location: Remote (Global)

About the Opportunity

micro1 is seeking experienced Software Engineers with strong open-source development backgrounds to contribute to advanced software engineering and code evaluation projects.

This role is ideal for engineers who have experience contributing to open-source projects, implementing new features, resolving complex bugs, optimizing performance, and maintaining large-scale codebases.

You'll apply your expertise across multiple programming languages and software systems to develop, review, validate, and improve high-quality technical solutions while supporting cutting-edge software development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new features within existing software projects and codebases.
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex software defects and performance issues.
• Refactor legacy code to improve maintainability, scalability, and performance.
• Review code for correctness, efficiency, security, and adherence to best practices.
• Design and implement algorithmic solutions for complex technical challenges.
• Evaluate software solutions and identify opportunities for optimization and improvement.
• Contribute to technical documentation and implementation guidelines.
• Review and validate generated code and technical outputs.
• Participate in code reviews and provide detailed technical feedback.
• Create high-quality reference solutions and implementation examples.

Required Qualifications

• Strong professional software engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and software design principles.
• Experience with bug fixing, feature implementation, code refactoring, and performance optimization.
• Ability to understand and contribute to large or unfamiliar codebases.
• Strong debugging and technical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written communication and technical documentation abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience contributing to open-source software projects.
• Strong background in competitive programming or advanced algorithmic problem-solving.
• Experience conducting code reviews and technical evaluations.
• Familiarity with software architecture, system design, and scalability concepts.
• Experience working across multiple programming languages and technology stacks.
• Strong understanding of software testing, validation, and quality assurance practices.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.

Compensation

• $50–$100/hour
• Flexible remote engagement
• Independent contractor role
• Performance-based project work

Application Process

• Submit Your Application
• Complete Screening Questions
• Participate in an AI Interview
• Complete Technical Assessment (if required)
• Complete Hiring Manager Review
• Begin Project Work Upon Selection

Additional Details

• Fully remote opportunity.
• Flexible working schedule.
• Immediate start available.
• Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
• Selected candidates are generally expected to begin work within 24–48 hours of completing onboarding.
• Minimum weekly task submission requirements apply.