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Backend Software Engineer

Brief overview

Remote
1 H-1B approvalsDept. of Labor
Proficiency in PythonProficiency in JavaScriptFamiliarity with C#Familiarity with C++Familiarity with HTMLFamiliarity with SQLFamiliarity with SwiftStrong foundation in algorithmsStrong foundation in data structuresDebugging workflowsClear explanation of solutionsStrong written EnglishStrong spoken EnglishDetail-oriented workFollowing instructionsApplying quality criteria

About the company

Edkey is an AI-powered education technology company building the intelligence layer between learning and career outcomes.

Visa sponsorship history

1 year sponsoring, last filed FY2024

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Job description

Summary

edkey is a company focused on improving AI chatbots and their performance. They are seeking a Backend Software Engineer to evaluate and enhance AI model outputs through coding challenges, performance measurement, and detailed feedback documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Help evaluate and improve AI chatbots and model outputs by designing and administering coding challenges, measuring model performance, and providing detailed feedback
  • Give AI chatbots coding challenges and evaluate their outputs for correctness and quality
  • Measure model progress and evaluate logic, correctness, and performance of generated solutions
  • Debug and analyze algorithmic outputs produced by models; compare against expected solutions
  • Document findings and explain how your assessments map to improvements or failure modes
  • Work asynchronously on projects you select and follow project-specific instructions and quality standards

Skills

  • Proficiency in Python and/or JavaScript required; familiarity with at least one of these languages: JavaScript, Python, C#, C++, HTML, SQL, or Swift
  • Strong foundation in algorithms, data structures, and debugging workflows
  • Ability to solve coding problems (LeetCode / HackerRank style) and clearly explain how your solution works and why it is correct
  • Strong written and spoken English (native or bilingual level) to provide clear feedback and documentation
  • Detail-oriented, able to follow instructions and consistently apply quality criteria

Qualifications

Must Haves

  • Proficiency in Python and/or JavaScript required; familiarity with at least one of these languages: JavaScript, Python, C#, C++, HTML, SQL, or Swift
  • Strong foundation in algorithms, data structures, and debugging workflows
  • Ability to solve coding problems (LeetCode / HackerRank style) and clearly explain how your solution works and why it is correct
  • Strong written and spoken English (native or bilingual level) to provide clear feedback and documentation
  • Detail-oriented, able to follow instructions and consistently apply quality criteria

Benefits

  • Flexible scheduling — choose projects and set your own hours within project timelines
  • Work can be full-time or part-time depending on project availability and client needs

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