Interview Engineer, fixed-term contract - 40-hours/week (United States)

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 2026This 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 experienceExperience conducting technical interviews, either through a formal employer program or independentlyStrong written and verbal English communication skills; clear, efficient evaluation write-ups matter hereA reliable home setup: stable internet connection, working webcam, and microphoneGenuine availability to hold a consistent weekly block for the full three-month term; this is not a pick-up-when-you-want arrangementEngagement details:Duration: 4 monthsWeekly commitment: 40 hoursAvailability windows: Flexible, including evenings and weekendsCompensation: Hourly rateLocation: Remote; must be currently located in the United StatesClassification: Independent ContractorUpon 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 InformationBy 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