Crossing Hurdles · 5 hours ago
Software Engineer – Bash & Shell Scripting | $90/hr Remote
United States
Contract
Remote
Mid Level
$80/hr - $90/hrCrossing Hurdles is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in Bash and Shell Scripting. The role involves analyzing and documenting tasks related to Docker, shell scripting, and Linux system administration, as well as collaborating with research teams to improve agent performance.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Analyze, solve, and document benchmark tasks involving Docker, shell scripting, and Linux system administration
Evaluate AI agent outputs for correctness, reproducibility, and reliability across multi-step CLI workflows
Provide detailed, evidence-based reasoning grounded in terminal behavior and code structure
Synthesize information across files and configurations to assess end-to-end system architecture
Develop high-quality reference solutions and diagnostic insights to improve agent performance
Collaborate asynchronously with research teams and reviewers within a structured benchmark environment
Qualification
Required
Professional experience in software engineering with strong Bash and shell scripting expertise
Deep familiarity with Linux environments and terminal-based workflows
Strong knowledge of Docker, Git, Python, and distributed systems concepts
Ability to trace, debug, and clearly explain complex system behaviors
Strong analytical thinking and structured problem-solving skills
Commitment to clarity, rigor, and methodological accuracy
Based in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand
Company
Crossing Hurdles
At Crossing Hurdles, we specialise in customised recruitment and staffing solutions designed to drive success for businesses and professionals.
Founded in 2022
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase