AlignerrCoding & software eval
Lua Programmer
up to $65/hr
About this role, in Alignerr's words
What if your Lua expertise could directly influence how AI writes code for millions of developers and creators around the world? We're looking for experienced Lua programmers to review, evaluate, and improve AI-generated Lua code — helping ensure the next generation of AI coding tools actually gets Lua right.
What you'll do
- Review and evaluate AI-generated Lua code for correctness, efficiency, and adherence to best practices
- Identify logical errors, performance bottlenecks, and implementation gaps in AI outputs
- Provide clear, structured written feedback that directly helps AI systems improve
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- Complete diverse, task-based technical assignments with precision and consistency
- Apply your real-world Lua experience to assess code quality across a wide range of problem types
- Contribute directly to improving AI reasoning and coding accuracy in Lua-based environments
- Work independently and asynchronously — fully on your own schedule
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Lua Programmer (AI Training)
About the Role
What if your Lua expertise could directly influence how AI writes code for millions of developers and creators around the world? We're looking for experienced Lua programmers to review, evaluate, and improve AI-generated Lua code — helping ensure the next generation of AI coding tools actually gets Lua right.
This is a fully remote, flexible contract role built for developers who know Lua inside and out. Whether you've built game systems in Roblox Studio, shipped production Lua in embedded environments, or scripted across game engines, this is a rare chance to apply that deep knowledge to cutting-edge AI development.
- Organization: Alignerr - Type: Hourly Contract - Location: Remote - Commitment: 10–40 hours/week - Pay: $50–$65/hr
What You'll Do
* Review and evaluate AI-generated Lua code for correctness, efficiency, and adherence to best practices * Identify logical errors, performance bottlenecks, and implementation gaps in AI outputs * Provide clear, structured written feedback that directly helps AI systems improve * Complete diverse, task-based technical assignments with precision and consistency * Apply your real-world Lua experience to assess code quality across a wide range of problem types * Contribute directly to improving AI reasoning and coding accuracy in Lua-based environments * Work independently and asynchronously — fully on your own schedule
Who You Are
Must-Have
* Advanced proficiency in Lua programming * Experience working with Roblox Studio or the Roblox platform * Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured technical guidelines * Clear, confident written communication skills in English
Nice to Have
* Professional background in game development or interactive media * Experience reviewing, mentoring, or evaluating other developers' code * Familiarity with performance optimization and debugging practices in Lua * Exposure to Lua scripting environments beyond Roblox — embedded systems, game engines (Corona/Solar2D, LÖVE, Defold), or similar * Experience with AI tools or code evaluation workflows
Why Join Us
* Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside leading research labs * Fully remote and flexible — set your own hours and work from anywhere * Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, task-based work * Make a direct, tangible impact on how AI understands and generates Lua code * Engage in intellectually stimulating work that keeps your skills sharp * Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch
Working with AlignerrPay, getting started and work, from Alignerr's own pages
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- Getting paid
- Billed weekly, Monday to Sunday, with approved work paid by the following Friday, according to Labelbox's help center. Payment goes through Stripe Connect or PayPal depending on your location, with one provider per country. intercom.help/labelbox/en/articles/13600616-alignerr-paym..., alignerr.com/process
- Before your first paid task
- Sign up, apply, verify your identity, set up billing and onboard. Some jobs add a Zara AI interview or domain assessments. alignerr.com/process
- How much work
- Time to your first project depends on demand and your skills, and there is no minimum number of hours. alignerr.com/faqs
- Contract
- Independent contractor, under terms with ALIGNERR LLC. alignerr.com/faqs, alignerr.com/privacy
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Pay across the field: Coding & software eval
Across 391 roles in this field with a stated hourly rate in US dollars, on 14 platforms, the middle half pays $65 to $120 an hour at the top of the range, and the median is $95. This role's top rate, $65, is in the middle half. Of the 139 distinct rates we count, 32 are lower and 102 are higher.
| Platform | Roles | Top of range, per hour |
|---|---|---|
| Alignerr (this platform) | 136 | $50 to $400 · median $100 |
| micro1 | 44 | $60 to $350 · median $120 |
| Handshake AI | 43 | $47 to $125 · median $80 |
| Meridial (Invisible) | 34 | $22 to $150 · median $60 |
| Mercor | 33 | $60 to $200 · median $105 |
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- First seen here on 27 Aug 2026, and still on Alignerr's list when we last read it on 13 Oct 2026.
- The listed pay has not changed since then.
- Posted by Alignerr
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- Listing ID
- 036d8ed9-4f92-4388-a79b-5a34ed1ddf1a
Pay as the source states it: “$50-65/hr”.
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