Software Engineer, VS Code Contractor

Coder (Headquarters: Remote)

Location: United States - Remote Opportunity   |   Full-Time
VS Code Extension Development TypeScript JavaScript Developer Tools Open Source VS Code Extension Back End Engineer Front End Engineer

About Coder: Coder is an AI software development company leading the future of autonomous coding. We empower teams to build software faster, more securely, and at scale through the collaboration of AI coding agents and human developers. Our mission is to make agentic AI a safe, trusted, and integral part of every software development lifecycle.

Role Overview: We are seeking a Software Engineer to work as a contractor on VS Code integration projects. This role involves developing and maintaining extensions and integrations that enhance the developer experience when working with Coder’s Cloud Development Environment in VS Code.

What You’ll Do:

  • Develop and maintain VS Code extensions for Coder integration
  • Collaborate with product and design teams to implement feature enhancements
  • Work on improving the developer experience for Coder workspace management
  • Contribute to the open-source Coder ecosystem and community
  • Participate in code reviews and technical discussions
  • Ensure compatibility and performance across different VS Code versions
  • Document features and provide support for developers using Coder extensions

Requirements:

  • 3+ years of experience in software development with JavaScript/TypeScript
  • Strong understanding of VS Code extension development
  • Experience with web technologies and modern frontend frameworks
  • Knowledge of developer tools and IDE integrations
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Coder’s open-source platform
  • Knowledge of developer tooling and developer experience principles
  • Familiarity with cloud development environments
  • Understanding of AI agent integration concepts
  • Experience with open-source contribution

Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Flexible contract terms
  • Opportunity to work with a leading AI platform
  • Exposure to cutting-edge developer tools and technologies
  • Potential for future full-time opportunities

Location: US/Canada/UK/Ireland/Poland

Post Date: August 1, 2025