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Freelance Software Developer (Java) - Quality Assurance (AI Tutor)

Mindrift Kentucky, United States

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Posted Sep 25, 2025Apply by Oct 30, 2025

Role & seniority: AI Tutor in Coding (freelance, remote)

Stack/tools: Java/JVM stack; Spring ( Boot, Data, Security ), Hibernate/JPA; Maven/Gradle; IDEs (IntelliJ IDEA); CI/CD (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI); messaging (Kafka, RabbitMQ); cloud (AWS, Azure); containers/Kubernetes; JVM profiling tools (JProfiler, VisualVM); AI-assisted refactoring and testing tools

Top 3 responsibilities

  1. Code generation, code review, and prompt evaluation; 2) Training/evaluation of large language models and benchmarking in sandboxed environments; 3) Adapt guidelines for new domains, collaborate with leads/solution engineers on complex/experimental projects
  • Must-have skills: Master’s degree in CS/SE/CE or related field (or Bachelor’s with 3 years of experience); advanced English (C1+); strong JVM knowledge (GC, perf optimization, design patterns); experience with Spring ecosystem and JPA/Hibernate; build tools, IDEs, CI/CD; experience with Kafka/RabbitMQ and microservices; cloud & container basics; JVM profiling and debugging

  • Nice-to-haves: Experience with AI-assisted tooling for refactoring/perf analysis/test generation; experience across multiple programming languages; familiarity with sandboxed execution and large-language-model workflows; ticketing/automation setup (forms, triggers, macros)

  • Location & work type: Remote freelance role; must reside in the specified country (country not listed in text); fully remote with laptop/internet required; part-time sche

Full Description

This opportunity is only for candidates currently residing in the specified country. Your location may affect eligibility and rates.

The Mindrift platform connects specialists with AI projects from major tech innovators. Our mission is to unlock the potential of Generative AI by tapping into real-world expertise from across the globe.

What We Do

The Mindrift platform connects specialists with AI projects from major tech innovators. Our mission is to unlock the potential of Generative AI by tapping into real-world expertise from across the globe.

About The Role

GenAI models are improving very quickly, and one of our goals is to make them capable of addressing specialized questions and achieving complex reasoning skills. If you join the platform as an AI Tutor in Coding, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate on these projects.

Although every project is unique, you might typically

Code generation and code review Prompt evaluation and complex data annotation Training and evaluation of large language models Benchmarking and agent-based code execution in sandboxed environments Working across multiple programming languages Adapting guidelines for new domains and use cases Following project-specific rubrics and requirements Collaborating with project leads, solution engineers, and supply managers on complex or experimental projects

Note: Flexibility and quick adaptation to new requirements are essential.

How To Get Started

Simply apply to this post, qualify, and get the chance to contribute to projects that match your technical skills, on your own schedule. From coding and automation to fine-tuning AI outputs, you'll play a key role in advancing AI capabilities and real-world applications.

Requirements

You have a Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Software Development, Computer Engineering, Mobile App Development, Cloud Computing, Data Science, Big Data or other related fields Bachelor's degree is accepted if only candidate has 3 years of experience in the field Level of English is advanced (C1) or above Setting up ticket forms, triggers, macros, and automation Proficiency with build tools (Maven, Gradle), IDEs (IntelliJ IDEA), and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI) Experience with the Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring Data, Spring Security), JPA/Hibernate Strong understanding of JVM internals, garbage collection, performance optimization, and design patterns - Experience with messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ) and microservices architectures Practical use of AI-assisted tools for refactoring, performance analysis, and test generation Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), containers, and Kubernetes Strong skills in JVM profiling (JProfiler, VisualVM) and debugging You are ready to learn new methods, able to switch between tasks and topics quickly and sometimes work with challenging, complex guidelines Our freelance role is fully remote so, you just need a laptop, internet connection, time available and enthusiasm to take on a challenge

Benefits

Why this freelance opportunity might be a great fit for you?

Get paid for your expertise, with rates that can go up to $55/hour depending on your skills, experience, and project needs Take part in a part-time, remote, freelance project that fits around your primary professional or academic commitments Work on advanced AI projects and gain valuable experience that enhances your portfolio Influence how future AI models understand and communicate in your field of expertise

JavaQuality AssuranceAICode GenerationCode ReviewData AnnotationLarge Language ModelsSpring BootMicroservicesCloud PlatformsKubernetesJVM InternalsPerformance OptimizationDebuggingAutomationCI/CD

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