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YO AI Labs

Java Open Source Contributor

Georgia, IN · Remote

$49 - $63.50/hr

Java Open Source Contributor Role Type: Contract Location: Remote Scope of Work: * Contribute production-quality code, reviews, and documentation to open-source repositories relevant to the customer ...

YO AI Labs

Java Open Source Contributor

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$55 - $71/hr

Java Open Source Contributor Role Type: Contract Location: Remote Scope of Work: * Contribute production-quality code, reviews, and documentation to open-source repositories relevant to the customer ...

YO AI Labs

Java Open Source Contributor

Indiana, PA · Remote

$46.50 - $60.25/hr

Java Open Source Contributor Role Type: Contract Location: Remote Scope of Work: * Contribute production-quality code, reviews, and documentation to open-source repositories relevant to the customer ...

YO AI Labs

Java Open Source Contributor

New York, NY · Remote

$55.75 - $72.25/hr

Java Open Source Contributor Role Type: Contract Location: Remote Scope of Work: * Contribute production-quality code, reviews, and documentation to open-source repositories relevant to the customer ...

YO AI Labs

Java Open Source Contributor

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$60 - $77.75/hr

Java Open Source Contributor Role Type: Contract Location: Remote Scope of Work: * Contribute production-quality code, reviews, and documentation to open-source repositories relevant to the customer ...

Akuity

Community Manager - Open Source

Open source isn't a strategy for us - it's who we are. We're looking for an Open Source Community ... Build contributor pathways that lower the barrier to entry: contributor guides, onboarding ...

CrewAI

Software Engineer, Open Source

San Francisco, CA · On-site

The open-source framework is a lean, fast Python library that has grown to 53k+ GitHub stars, 7.4k ... Own the contributor experience: triage and review community PRs and issues, mentor contributors ...

Datalab

Founding Engineer, Open Source

New York, NY · On-site

$225K - $300K/yr

Drive chandra, surya, marker, lift, and our Python SDK forward as a hands-on contributor. Ship new features and improvements that the market cares about, help plan new versions, and own open-source ...

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How much do open source contributor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for open source contributor in the United States is $22.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Open Source Contributor vs Software Developer?

AspectOpen Source ContributorSoftware Developer
CredentialsNone required; often self-taught or with coding experienceBachelor's degree in CS or related field often preferred
Work EnvironmentVolunteer-based, collaborative online projectsFull-time employment in companies or organizations
Industry UsageUsed across tech, open source communities, startupsCommon in software firms, tech companies, enterprises
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding contributions to open source projectsDeveloping software professionally in teams

Open Source Contributors focus on voluntary, collaborative coding for open projects without formal employment, while Software Developers are employed professionals creating software within organizations. Both roles require coding skills, but their work environments and commitments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Open Source Contributor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,654 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

Java Open Source Contributor

Georgia, IN • Remote

YO AI Labs
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$49 - $63.50/hr

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Job Description

Role Title: Java Open Source Contributor

Role Type: Contract

Location: Remote


Scope of Work:

  • Contribute production-quality code, reviews, and documentation to open-source repositories relevant to the customer's project.
  • Design, implement, and optimize complex algorithms and system components using one or more of the following languages: C++, Python, JAVA, GoLang, Typescript, or Rust.
  • Identify and resolve technical challenges, bugs, and performance bottlenecks in existing codebases.
  • Collaborate with other contributors and stakeholders to align deliverables with project goals and best practices.
  • Create, maintain, and enhance technical documentation to support knowledge sharing and onboarding.
  • Participate in code discussions and provide constructive feedback to elevate overall code quality.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience working on large-scale, distributed codebases.
  • Familiarity with modern AI or machine learning systems is a plus, though not required.
  • Background in participating in rigorous code reviews and contributing to the development of software best practices.