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Sembix LLC

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AI Software Engineer (Remote)

Houston, TX · Remote

$125K - $150K/yr

At Sembix, we're building a championship team of engineers and innovators who push each other to ... software engineering or intelligent system development, with at least 2 years in AI/ML-focused ...

DealerBuilt

Lead Software Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site +1

Technical Leadership & Collaboration • Mentor junior and mid-level engineers by sharing knowledge ... Remote: Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely while delivering exceptional results for our ...

1647

Senior React Software Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$117K - $154K/yr

Senior React Software Engineer Who are we recruiting for? * 1647 has been hired to recruit for a ... Onsite work is required, remote and/or hybrid will not be considered. Direct Hire or Contractor?

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How much do remote software engineers jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote software engineers in Houston, TX is $140,881.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,600.00 and $165,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Software Engineers vs Remote Web Developers?

AspectRemote Software EngineersRemote Web Developers
Required CredentialsBachelor's in CS or related field, coding skills, sometimes certificationsBachelor's in CS, web development certifications (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
Work EnvironmentCollaborate on software projects, coding, testing, debuggingDesign and develop websites, front-end and back-end tasks
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, startups, software firmsDigital agencies, e-commerce, tech companies
Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

Remote Software Engineers focus on developing comprehensive software solutions, often working on backend, frontend, or full-stack projects. Remote Web Developers specialize in creating and maintaining websites and web applications. While both roles require coding skills and often similar credentials, their work environments and project types differ. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Remote Software Engineers job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $140,881 per year, or $67.7 per hour.

Senior Python Developer (AI Evaluation & Benchmarking)

Lifted, an Upwork Company™

Texas City, TX • Remote

$80 - $100/hr

Contractor

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Company Description

An enterprise client is seeking experienced Senior Python Developers to help build the next generation of Artificial Intelligence systems. This opportunity support the client who is a leading AI platform that enables organizations to build intelligent applications through high-quality human feedback, AI evaluation, and model alignment.

The selected consultants will contribute to AI research by designing programming benchmarks, evaluating AI-generated code, and helping improve the performance, reasoning, and reliability of frontier AI models. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced software engineers who enjoy solving complex technical problems while contributing to the future of Generative AI.

Job Description

This opportunity is ideal for senior software engineers with strong Python expertise who enjoy writing high-quality code, reviewing technical solutions, and working on AI-related projects.

What You'll Do:

  • Design and develop coding benchmarks used to evaluate frontier AI models.
  • Analyze AI-generated code for correctness, reliability, efficiency, and edge cases.Build and maintain scalable data pipelines that support AI evaluation workflows.
  • Create structured programming scenarios to test reasoning, debugging, and code quality.
  • Work with large codebases and multi-language software environments.
  • Collaborate with teams focused on improving how AI models understand, generate, and evaluate software.
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested Python code following software engineering best practices.
Qualifications

Requirements:

  • 4+ years of professional software engineering experience (required).
  • Expert-level proficiency in Python.
  • Experience working at a high-growth technology company or top-tier software organization.
  • Proficiency in at least one additional programming language such as JavaScript, Go, C++, or similar.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks such as pytest, Mocha, or JUnit.
  • Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, debugging, and code quality.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Nice to Haves:

  • Experience with AI/ML evaluation, model benchmarking, or Generative AI.
  • Background in security engineering.
  • Significant contributions to open-source software projects.
  • Experience working with large-scale distributed systems or enterprise software platforms.
Additional Information
  • Fully remote contract opportunity.
  • Compensation ranges from $80-$100 USD per hour.
  • Expected workload is 10-39 hours per week, depending on project needs.
  • Weekly payments for approved work completed during the previous week.
  • Work volume may fluctuate throughout the duration of the engagement.

Hiring Process:

  • Submit your proposal.
  • Complete a short qualification form provided by the client.
  • Qualified candidates will receive an Upwork contract offer and onboarding instructions.
  • After accepting the contract, candidates will gain access to the client's evaluation.
  • Candidates who successfully pass the evaluation will be invited to a technical interview with the client.

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