About the job
We invite you to submit your CV in English, including your proficiency level in the language.
Mindrift is a pioneering platform that connects specialists with exciting project-based AI opportunities at leading tech firms, with a focus on testing, evaluating, and enhancing AI systems. Please note that this is a project-based opportunity and not a permanent employment position.
Opportunity Overview:
Each project presents unique challenges, and contributors can expect to:
- Develop original materials and engineering problems that accurately replicate real-world engineering workflows;
- Craft problems that necessitate Python programming for the execution of engineering calculations and simulations;
- Ensure that problems are computationally rigorous and require numerical methods or iterative solutions;
- Create problems centered around system design, optimization, and analysis;
- Base problems on genuine research challenges or practical applications in engineering;
- Validate solutions through Python, utilizing standard engineering libraries;
- Clearly document problem statements and provide verified, correct solutions.
Qualifications:
This role is ideal for material scientists and engineers experienced in Python who are open to part-time, non-permanent projects. The ideal candidates will possess:
- A degree in Material Science or a related field;
- Strong proficiency in Python for numerical validation. Experience with MATLAB, R, C, SQL, Numpy, Pandas, SciPy, domain-specific libraries, Stata, or other programming languages will also be considered;
- A minimum of 2 years of professional experience, which can include applied, research, or teaching experience;
- An understanding of practical engineering constraints and approximations;
- Excellent written English skills (C1+ level).
How the Process Works:
Apply → Pass qualifications → Join a project → Complete assigned tasks → Receive payment.
Project Time Requirements:
For this role, the expected time commitment is approximately 10–20 hours per week during active project phases, depending on project needs. This is an estimate and does not guarantee specific workloads.
Compensation:
Contributors can earn up to $76 per hour, based on their experience and contribution pace. Compensation varies across projects depending on scope, complexity, and expertise requirements. Please note that other projects may offer different earning levels based on their specific needs.
