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About the Project Outlier helps the world’s most innovative companies improve their AI agents by providing human feedback. Do you want to shape the future of autonomous agents like OpenClaw? We collaborate with leading AI organizations to train Large Language Models (LLMs) to function as proactive, multi-step agents.
Our projects focus on teaching these systems how to design, coordinate, and optimize complex, real-world architectural workflows. Whether you are a passionate orchestration guru or experienced software developer — we want you to help us train the world's most advanced generative systems.
Ideal
Qualifications ~2+ years of experience in backend engineering, AI automation, or complex systems integration. ~ Proven ability to build and maintain production-grade software with modular separation (e.g., distinct services for data parsing, logic processing, and reporting). ~ Strong command of at least two major languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Go, or Java) and experience working with SQL databases. ~ Practical experience building for live, non-mocked environments and handling multi-turn system interactions. ~ Outstanding attention to detail and the ability to provide clear, high-density technical feedback on complex system behaviors. Nice to have Expertise building multi-stage coordination tasks where data acquisition leads to reasoned output. Hands-on experience integrating agents with live tools such as Supabase, Gmail, and various APIs to solve real-world problems.
High level of comfort implementing persistent state and session discovery using MEMORY.md to track agent progress.
Experience identifying subtle failures like privacy leaks, authority escalation, or indirect prompt injections.
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Outlier AIWashington, District of Columbia, USPart-TimePosted May 14, 2026
About the Project Outlier helps the world’s most innovative companies improve their AI agents by providing human feedback. Do you want to shape the future of autonomous agents like OpenClaw? We collaborate with leading AI organizations to train Large Language Models (LLMs) to function as proactive, multi-step agents. O…
Job Description: This position may be eligible for a $25K sign on bonus for external hires! Lockheed Martin, Cyber & Intelligence invites you to step up to one of today’s most daunting challenges: the use of advanced electronics to undermine our way of life. As a cyber security professional at Lockheed Martin, you’ll p…
DataAnnotationTrenton, New Jersey, USContractorPosted May 5, 2026
Join the DataAnnotation team and contribute to developing cutting‑edge AI systems, while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and setting your own schedule. We are looking for proficient programmers to help advance AI development. As a member of DataAnnotation’s coding team, you’ll be part of a growing community of …
NicheNew York, New York, USContractorPosted May 15, 2026
Remote Freelance Django / Fullstack Developer at Niche, Inc.Startup company seeks freelance Python / Django developer for putting finishing touches on our product.We are practically in our eleventh hour, and need additional help to get ready and appropriately scalable for primetime.Ongoing maintenance will be needed as…
Mind RiftNew York, New York, USContractorPosted May 9, 2026
Freelance Software Developer (Ruby) / Quality Assurance (AI Trainer)4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsThis opportunity is only for candidates currently residing in the specified country. Your location may affect eligibility and rates. Please provide your resume in English and specify your proficiency level. At…
Freelance The company is seeking a talented, self-driven, MEAN stack freelance developer to develop and maintain web application on AWS cloud. Ideal freelance developer should be available 8 to 15 hours a week on software development support remote or onsite. Flexible work hours. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Com…
Review PaysLocation not specifiedPosted May 21, 2026
Ever wonder what it would be like to be the first to explore the latest mobile apps and games? Dive into the exciting world of app testing as an Entry Level App Tester, where curiosity and engagement are your main tools. Picture yourself navigating new digital landscapes, identifying quirks, and uncovering hidden gems.…
MindriftNew York, New York, USPart-TimePosted May 14, 2026
Mindrift is looking for highly skilled Python Data Scraping Engineers to join the Tendem project and drive specialized data scraping workflows within our hybrid AI + human system. In this role, as an AI Pilot - that's how we refer to this role at Mindrift - you'll collaborate with Tendem Agents that handle repetitive t…
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Mind RiftFlorida, New York, USContractorPosted May 19, 2026
Mechanical Engineer with Python Experience – Freelance AI Trainer 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants This opportunity is only for candidates currently residing in the specified country. Your location may affect eligibility and rates. Please submit your resume in English and indicate your level of English. At M…
Browse the latest freelance software engineer jobs from companies and clients hiring across the globe. This page features project-based, independent contractor, and gig opportunities for developers who prefer the flexibility and variety of freelance work.
Freelance Software Engineers work on a wide range of projects including web development, mobile apps, API integrations, cloud migrations, and custom software solutions. Clients are seeking engineers with strong skills in JavaScript, Python, React, Node.js, Java, or other modern technologies, along with the ability to work independently and deliver high-quality code on time.
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