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Backend Developer - AI Data Services

  • Software Engineering
  • Platform: Alignerr
  • Level: Expert

$50-75/hrAs published by the platform.

About this job

This role involves designing and optimizing high-performance C backend systems and data pipelines for AI model training and evaluation. The position is ideal for experienced full-stack engineers who want to build production-grade infrastructure used by leading AI research organizations.

What you'll do

  • Design, build, and optimize high-performance C systems supporting AI data pipelines and evaluation workflows.
  • Develop full-stack tooling and backend services for large-scale data annotation, validation, and quality control.
  • Improve reliability, performance, and safety across existing C codebases used in production AI environments.
  • Identify bottlenecks and edge cases in data and system behavior, then implement scalable, production-ready fixes.

Requirements

SQL
  • 5+ years of experience

Pay

$50-75/hr

Pay as published by the platform. It is not a guarantee of income or hours.

Location

The platform has not published which countries are eligible for this job.

How to apply

You apply on Alignerr, Labelbox's expert network: create a profile, complete an AI-led interview and skills assessment, then get matched to projects in your field.

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Source

Official posting: https://www.alignerr.com/jobs/263fc908-d137-49f4-ba79-7f5fadb20422

Last checked on October 8, 2026.

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