Java programmer Jobs in Knoxville, TN

• Mercor is hiring experienced Software Engineering professionals to support a variety of high-impact research collaborations with leading AI labs. Freelancers will help improve AI systems through work on code validation, prompt refinement, algorithmic evaluation, and model benchmarking.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your engineering expertise toward shaping the next generation of intelligent systems. Key Responsibilities - Review and refine AI-generated prompts, responses, and code - Validate algorithms and software concepts for technical accuracy - Provide structured feedback on solution quality and clarity - Tag and organize content by topic, difficulty, or language - Support benchmarking efforts to assess model capabilities Ideal Qualifications - 2+ years of experience in software engineering, technical research, or educational content development - Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (Bachelor’s minimum; advanced degree preferred) - Strong proficiency in languages like Python, JavaScript, Java, or C++, among other popular languages - Experience with debugging, testing, and validating code - Comfortable with technical writing and attention to detail Project Timeline - Start Date : Immediate - Duration : 1–2 months - Commitment : Part-time (15–25 hours / week, with flexibility up to 40 hours / week) Application & Onboarding Process - Upload your resume - AI interview : A short, 15-minute conversational session to understand your background, experience, and interest in the role - Follow-up communication within a few days with next steps and onboarding details Apply today and leverage your software engineering expertise to help build the future of AI-driven systems!