Software Engineer (India)

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional software engineering experience (internships excluded)
• Strong hands-on coding experience in at least one major programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C++, JavaScript, Go, etc.)
• Experience writing, reviewing, and debugging production-level code
• Comfortable working independently and following detailed technical guidelines
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail
• Must be based in India

Work Model and Project Details

• Status: Independent contractor (not a full-time employee role)
• Location: Fully remote
• Schedule: Flexible and asynchronous, with no minimum hour requirement. Many contributors work approximately 5–20 hours per week when assigned to an active project
• Durability: The Handshake AI program runs year-round, with projects opening periodically across different areas of expertise. Placement depends on current project needs, with opportunities to be considered for future projects as they become available