About the job
We invite you to submit your CV in English, along with your English proficiency level.
Mindrift serves as a bridge between talented specialists and project-based AI opportunities with top technology firms, aimed at testing, assessing, and enhancing AI systems. This is a project-based role, not a permanent position.
Key Responsibilities
While each project features distinct tasks, contributors may:
- Craft original computational physics challenges that replicate authentic research workflows;
- Develop Python-based problems (utilizing Numpy, SciPy, Sympy) for problem-solving;
- Ensure that tasks are computationally demanding and cannot be manually solved in a reasonable timeframe (spanning days or weeks);
- Formulate problems that require complex reasoning in physics domains such as mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and quantum mechanics;
- Base challenges on genuine research issues or practical applications found in physical sciences;
- Validate solutions using Python along with standard physics simulation libraries;
- Thoroughly document problem statements and provide verified solutions.
Qualifications
This role is ideal for optical engineers proficient in Python who are open to part-time, non-permanent projects. Preferred candidates will possess:
- A degree in Physics (Theoretical, Experimental, or Computational) or related disciplines;
- Strong Python skills for numerical validation; familiarity with MATLAB, R, C, SQL, Numpy, Pandas, SciPy, or other programming languages is also beneficial;
- A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in applied work, research, or teaching;
- Experience with numerical simulation techniques;
- The capability to design problems that reflect real-world physics research processes;
- Innovative thinking in problem design spanning various physics fields;
- Knowledge of physics modeling and approximation strategies;
- Exceptional written English skills (C1+).
Application Process
Apply → Meet qualifications → Join a project → Complete assigned tasks → Receive payment
Time Commitment
For this project, contributors can expect to dedicate approximately 10–20 hours per week during active project phases. This estimate is subject to project requirements and is not guaranteed.
Compensation
Contributors can earn up to $35 per hour, contingent upon their expertise and contribution pace. Compensation varies among projects based on scope, complexity, and required skills. Be aware that different projects may offer varying compensation levels.

