Interview Engineer, fixed-term contract - 40-hours/week (United States)
Karat
If you're between jobs or taking planned time off, this is a structured way to stay active in tech while building interview experience. Karat pays you to conduct technical interviews—a skill that matters for any engineering career.
You'll run 60-minute technical interviews on Karat's platform, evaluating candidates across back-end, front-end, full-stack, and system design. You commit to a consistent 40-hour weekly availability block and can pick up short-notice sessions. Evening and weekend slots are available if that fits your schedule better.
You're a fit if you have solid technical fundamentals and can explain your thinking clearly to candidates. CS or engineering background helps. You don't need prior interview experience—you'll be trained on the structured approach.
To apply, submit your profile through CareerJumpShip. This is a fixed-term contract through Q3 2026, so it works best if you can commit to a predictable weekly schedule. Let Karat know your availability preferences when you apply.
About this role
Come join Karat's Interview Engineer Community! Karat is seeking talented U.S.-based engineers ready to commit to a dedicated, availability-based contract through Q3 2026. We are seeking U.S.-based contractors to join our Interview Engineer community with consistent, dedicated availability of 40 hours per week through Q3 2026 This is a fixed-term, four-month engagement with a structured weekly availability commitment through Q3 2026. You will hold a consistent block of hours each week during which you are available to conduct interviews, including short-notice requests. Availability outside of standard business hours and on weekends is welcome. This is a strong fit if you are between full-time positions, on a planned leave from your current role, or looking for consistent, meaningful contract work over a defined period. Commit to a consistent weekly availability block of 40 hours to accept and conduct interview asstructuredsignments, including short-notice requests; evenings and weekends are welcome. Conduct structured 60-minute technical interviews through Karat's platform across domains such as back-end, full-stack, front-end, and system design. Submit thorough written evaluations of each candidate's coding approach, technical knowledge, and communication skills. Maintain Karat's standards for structured, inclusive, bias-mitigated interviewing throughout your engagement. This contract will be a good fit if you have: 3+ years of professional software engineering experience Experience conducting technical interviews, either through a formal employer program or independently Strong written and verbal English communication skills; clear, efficient evaluation write-ups matter here A reliable home setup: stable internet connection, working webcam, and microphone Genuine availability to hold a consistent weekly block for the full three-month term; this is not a pick-up-when-you-want arrangement Engagement details: Duration: 4 months Weekly commitment: 40 hours Availability windows: Flexible, including evenings and weekends Compensation: Hourly rate Location: Remote; must be currently located in the United States Classification: Independent Contractor Upon contract conclusion, contractors may opt into Karat's standard Interview Engineer program, which operates on a per-interview compensation model. While we review your application, learn more about life as an Interview Engineer by watching this video! Additional Information By applying for a position, you consent to the processing of your personal data in accordance with Karat’s Employee and Contractor Privacy Notice found here. Originally posted on Himalayas