Freelance Machine Learning Engineer (Python)
Join Mindrift’s fully remote freelance platform and work on cutting-edge AI and Machine Learning projects for major tech innovators. As a contributor, you’ll design and document original computational STEM problems, develop and verify solutions using Python (numpy, pandas, scipy, sklearn), and help train the next generation of generative AI. This contract offers part-time, flexible hours with rates up to $46/hour, letting you earn for your expertise while working around existing commitments.
The ideal candidate is currently residing in the specified country and holds a Master’s or PhD in a STEM field with 5+ years of ML experience and advanced English (C1+). Required strengths include strong computational problem-solving skills, proficiency in Python, and familiarity with numerical methods and complex reasoning. Industry or research experience is essential.
Applicants should be ready to work independently, adapt quickly to new tasks, and collaborate in a global freelance environment. Please submit your resume in English and specify your English proficiency. Location will affect eligibility and rates.
This opportunity is only for candidates currently residing in the specified country. Your location may affect eligibility and rates. Please submit your resume in English and indicate your level of English proficiency.
At Mindrift, innovation meets opportunity. We believe in using the power of collective intelligence to ethically shape the future of AI.
What we do
The Mindrift platform connects specialists with AI projects from major tech innovators. Our mission is to unlock the potential of Generative AI by tapping into real-world expertise from across the globe.
About the Role
GenAI models are improving very quickly, and one of our goals is to make them capable of addressing specialized questions and achieving complex reasoning skills. If you join the platform as a Machine Learning expert, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate on these projects.
Although every project is unique, you might typically:
- Design original computational STEM problems that simulate real scientific workflows.
- Create problems that require Python programming to solve.
- Ensure problems are computationally intensive and cannot be solved manually within reasonable timeframes (days/weeks).
- Develop problems requiring non-trivial reasoning chains and creative problem-solving approaches.
- Verify solutions using Python with standard libraries (numpy, pandas, scipy, sklearn).
- Document problem statements clearly and provide verified correct answers.
How to get started
Simply apply to this post, qualify, and get the chance to contribute to projects aligned with your skills, on your own schedule. From creating training prompts to refining model responses, you’ll help shape the future of AI while ensuring technology benefits everyone.
- You hold a Master’s or PhD Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or a similar STEM field.
- You have at least 5 years of Machine Learning experience with proven business impact.
- Strong programming skills in Python (numpy, pandas, scipy, sklearn).
- Solid understanding of numerical methods and computational algorithms.
- Research or industry experience involving computational problem-solving.
- Your level of English is advanced (C1) or above.
- You are ready to learn new methods, able to switch between tasks and topics quickly and sometimes work with challenging, complex guidelines.
- Our freelance role is fully remote so, you just need a laptop, internet connection, time available and enthusiasm to take on a challenge.
Why this freelance opportunity might be a great fit for you?
- Get paid for your expertise, with rates that can go up to $46/hour depending on your skills, experience, and project needs.
- Take part in a part-time, remote, freelance project that fits around your primary professional or academic commitments.
- Work on advanced AI projects and gain valuable experience that enhances your portfolio.
- Influence how future AI models understand and communicate in your field of expertise.
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