Code Review Specialist (Technical Writer / Senior Software Engineer)
Location: Fully Remote (Continental United States)
Duration: 1 Month Contract (Potential Extension)
Start Date: Immediate
Work Hours: Preferred Eastern Time Zone or ability to work Eastern Time business hours
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced
Code Review Specialist to support a short-term, high-priority software review initiative. This role is ideal for a seasoned
Technical Writer,
Senior Software Engineer, or similar technical professional with experience reviewing source code and pull requests (PRs) within mature software development organizations.
The successful candidate will perform detailed code reviews while adhering to strict client security requirements.
Use of Large Language Models (LLMs), AI-assisted coding tools, or other generative AI technologies during the review process is strictly prohibited. All work must be completed manually while following established client procedures and security protocols.
This is a fully remote opportunity for professionals located within the
continental United States, with immediate availability and the possibility of contract extension based on project needs.
Responsibilities
- Review software source code for quality, readability, consistency, and adherence to client standards.
- Analyze pull requests (PRs) and provide detailed feedback in accordance with established review guidelines.
- Ensure code changes comply with documented coding standards, security requirements, and development best practices.
- Document findings clearly and professionally.
- Follow established workflows and approval processes for code reviews.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of proprietary source code and client information.
- Work independently while meeting project deadlines.
- Collaborate remotely with project stakeholders as needed.
- Adhere to all client security protocols throughout the engagement.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Technical Writing, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Experience reviewing software code in a professional development environment.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Git workflows, and pull request review processes.
- Excellent written communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to understand software architecture and identify inconsistencies or quality issues.
- Comfortable working within highly structured development processes.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Must be located within the continental United States.
- Must be available to begin work immediately.
- Must be willing to work primarily during Eastern Time business hours.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with one or more of the following backgrounds are strongly preferred:
Ideal Candidate
- Technical Writer with experience documenting software systems, APIs, developer documentation, or engineering processes.
- Experience participating in code reviews or reviewing technical implementations.
Highly Preferred Alternative
- Senior Software Engineer with experience at a large, technology-driven organization.
- Experience working within mature engineering organizations that have structured pull request approval processes.
- Experience reviewing large volumes of code and mentoring developers through code review feedback.
Additional Preferred Experience
- Experience with GitHub, GitLab, Azure DevOps, Bitbucket, or similar source control platforms.
- Familiarity with software engineering best practices and secure development principles.
- Experience working with enterprise software development teams.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify subtle issues within code changes.
Security & Compliance Requirements
Selected candidates must be willing to:
- Sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) prior to beginning work.
- Successfully complete a basic criminal background check.
- Complete an identity verification process, including:
- Government-issued photo ID verification.
- Selfie/photo matching verification.
- Follow all client security policies and procedures.
- Perform all work without the use of AI coding assistants, Large Language Models (LLMs), or generative AI tools.
- Handle sensitive and proprietary client information with the highest level of confidentiality.
Desired Professional Characteristics
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Professional judgment and discretion.
- Ability to quickly learn new coding standards and review guidelines.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Experience operating within highly regulated or security-conscious environments.
- Ability to produce consistent, high-quality work under tight deadlines.
Contract Details
- Employment Type: Independent Contractor or Contract (1099/W-2 based on engagement)
- Duration: Approximately 1 month with potential extension
- Location: Fully Remote (Continental U.S. only)
- Schedule: Full-time preferred; Eastern Time business hours strongly preferred
- Start Date: Immediate
This opportunity is well suited for experienced technical professionals who are comfortable working within disciplined engineering organizations, following rigorous code review processes, and maintaining strict confidentiality while delivering high-quality reviews under established security requirements
Marathon TS is committed to the development of a creative, diverse and inclusive work environment. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Marathon TS will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Marathon TS does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). 
