Kotlin Engineer
SME Careers • Remote
Education
Any
Type
hourly
Pay Rate
$55/task
Listed
21d ago
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About this Role
From the SME Careers listing
As a remote, hourly paid Kotlin Engineer, you will review AI-generated responses and generate high-quality Kotlin-focused content, evaluating the reasoning quality and step-by-step problem-solving behind each solution. You will assess solutions for accuracy, clarity, and adherence to the prompt; identify errors in methodology or conceptual understanding; fact-check technical information; craft expert-level explanations and model solutions that demonstrate correct approaches; and rate and compare multiple AI responses based on correctness and reasoning quality. T his role is with SME Careers, a fast-growing AI Data Services company and subsidiary of SuperAnnotate that provides AI training data for many of the world’s largest AI companies and foundation model labs, helping to improve the world’s premier AI models.
Important: There is no immediate project for this role; however, if qualified, you will be among the first experts we reach out to when relevant opportunities arise. This will also provide you with access to future projects available through our expert network.
Key responsibilities
- Develop AI Training Content: Create detailed prompts in various topics and responses to guide AI learning, ensuring the models reflect a comprehensive understanding of diverse subjects.
- Optimize AI Performance: Evaluate and rank AI responses to enhance the model's accuracy, fluency, and contextual relevance.
- Ensure Model Integrity: Test AI models for potential inaccuracies or biases, validating their reliability across use cases.
Your profile
- 2+ years of hands-on Kotlin development experience.
- Strong understanding of Kotlin null safety, coroutines, and functional idioms.
- Professional software engineering experience using Kotlin for Android or backend services.
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a closely related field.
- Ability to critically evaluate idiomatic Kotlin style, design decisions, and architecture trade-offs.
- Significant experience using large language models (LLMs) to assist with coding, debugging, and code review.
- Excellent English writing skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
- Highly preferred: Experience with Ktor, Android Jetpack, and advanced coroutine usage in production systems.
- Preferred: Merged pull requests in Kotlin open-source projects, competitive programming experience, or similar demonstration of strong problem-solving skills.
- Experience reviewing app logic or mobile/backend architecture, with previous AI data training or model evaluation work strongly preferred and Minimum C1 English proficiency.
🌍 Geographic Availability This role is available to qualified experts globally. However, as a U.S.-based company, SME Careers complies with U.S. export control and sanctions regulations. Eligibility depends on your country of residence and any applicable trade restrictions. Some projects may have additional language or region-specific requirements.
💰 Pay Rate May Vary Based on Your Location Your actual compensation will be determined based on your location and local market conditions. See regional job listings for localized pay information, or the application process will clarify your specific rate.
If you're unsure whether you're eligible, proceed with the application—SME's screening will determine your jurisdiction status and applicable compensation.
Requirements
- Android Jetpack
- Ktor
- Coroutines
- LLM coding
- Software Architecture
- Android Development
- Kotlin
Key Responsibilities
- Develop AI Training Content: Create detailed prompts in various topics and responses to guide AI learning, ensuring the models reflect a comprehensive understanding of diverse subjects.
- Optimize AI Performance: Evaluate and rank AI responses to enhance the model's accuracy, fluency, and contextual relevance.
- Ensure Model Integrity: Test AI models for potential inaccuracies or biases, validating their reliability across use cases.
Why This Role
Don't just label data as a Kotlin Engineer, build a career. SME Careers is unique in the AI training space because it offers a transparent growth ladder. High performers in Software Engineering aren't just kept in the queue; they are promoted to Quality Analysts and Project Managers. With weekly transparent payments via Deel and the freedom to work on your own schedule, this is built for modern experts who want long-term engagement.
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