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Freelance Data Scientist (Python & SQL) - AI Trainer

MindriftRemote — Iowa, United States
Remote Contract $90/hr - $90/hr

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Qualifications:This opportunity is ideal for Data Science specialists with a strong background in Python, seeking part-time, non-permanent projects. Preferred qualifications include:5+ years of practical data science experience demonstrating tangible business impact. A portfolio showcasing completed projects and publications that highlight real-world problem-solving capabilities. Expertise in Python for data science (Pandas, Numpy, Scipy, Sklearn, Statsmodels). Extensive knowledge in statistical analysis and machine learning with a deep understanding of algorithms and their applications. Proficiency in SQL and database operations for effective data manipulation and analysis. Experience with Generative AI technologies (LLMs, RAG, prompt engineering, vector databases). Familiarity with MLOps practices and workflows for model deployment. Insight into modern frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, LangChain). Strong command of written English (C1+).

About the job

Please submit your CV in English and mention your English proficiency level.

Mindrift connects experienced professionals with project-based AI assignments for technology companies. The platform focuses on testing, evaluating, and improving AI systems. This is a project-based, non-permanent position.

Role overview

The Freelance Data Scientist (Python & SQL) - AI Trainer designs and validates data science challenges that mirror real-world analytics problems from fields like telecom, finance, government, e-commerce, and healthcare. Projects are remote and based in Iowa, United States.

What you will do

  • Create computational data science challenges based on genuine business scenarios, such as customer analytics, risk assessment, fraud detection, forecasting, optimization, and operational efficiency.
  • Develop problems that require advanced Python programming, using libraries like Pandas, Numpy, Scipy, Sklearn, Statsmodels, Matplotlib, and Seaborn.
  • Ensure challenges are computationally intensive and cannot be solved by hand.
  • Design tasks involving data processing, statistical analysis, feature engineering, predictive modeling, and extracting business insights.
  • Produce deterministic problems with reproducible solutions, using fixed seeds or avoiding randomness.
  • Build comprehensive challenges that cover the entire data science workflow, from data ingestion to deployment considerations.
  • Include big data scenarios that require scalable solutions.
  • Validate solutions using Python, standard data science libraries, and statistical methods.
  • Document each problem clearly, providing realistic business context and verified answers.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on data science experience with proven business impact.
  • Portfolio of completed projects or publications showing real-world problem-solving abilities.
  • Advanced Python skills for data science (including Pandas, Numpy, Scipy, Sklearn, Statsmodels).
  • Strong knowledge of statistical analysis and machine learning, including algorithm applications.
  • Proficiency in SQL and database operations for data analysis and manipulation.
  • Experience with Generative AI (LLMs, RAG, prompt engineering, vector databases).
  • Familiarity with MLOps practices and deploying machine learning models.
  • Understanding of frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or LangChain.
  • Strong written English skills at C1 level or above.

Application process

  1. Apply
  2. Pass qualifications
  3. Join a project
  4. Complete tasks
  5. Receive compensation

About Mindrift

Mindrift is a cutting-edge platform dedicated to linking skilled professionals with project-based opportunities in the AI sector, primarily focused on enhancing and validating AI systems for leading technology enterprises.

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