Algorithm Problem Setter

Remotedxb; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Mindrift is seeking a strong competitive programming specialist to craft original algorithmic problems, write solutions in C++ and Python, and develop robust test data.

You will create checkers and interactors with testlib, explain solution errors, and ensure tests also cover edge cases and performance constraints. Excellent written English and a passion for problem setting are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong competitive programming background (Codeforces rating or IOI/ICPC/national-olympiad record).
• Proficiency in contest C++ (STL, complexity) and Python.
• Ability to explain solution errors and build inputs to break them.
• Strong written English (C1+).

Responsibilities

• Write original algorithmic problems with clear statements, sound constraints, and intended solutions.
• Develop correct solutions in C++ and Python.
• Create realistic wrong solutions to test against.
• Build and harden test cases using generators, edge cases, and stress tests.
• Write checkers and interactors using testlib for problems with multiple valid answers.
• Ensure quality by verifying that correct solutions pass and wrong ones fail within time limits.

Skills

Competitive programming

C++

Python

English

Tools

testlib

Job description

Responsibilities

• Write original algorithmic problems with clear statements, sound constraints, and intended solutions
• Develop correct solutions in C++ and Python
• Create realistic wrong solutions to test against
• Build and harden test cases using generators, edge cases, and stress tests
• Write checkers and interactors using testlib for problems with multiple valid answers
• Ensure quality by verifying that correct solutions pass and wrong ones fail within time limits

Requirements

• Strong competitive programming background (Codeforces rating or IOI/ICPC/national-olympiad record)
• Proficiency in contest C++ (STL, complexity) and Python
• Ability to explain solution errors and build inputs to break them
• Strong written English (C1+)

Preferred Qualifications

• IOI/ICPC alumni or top competitive programmers
• Experience setting or testing problems for Codeforces, ICPC, or national olympiads
• Experience with testlib (checkers, validators, generators)
• Experience creating data for LLM code benchmarks or RL evaluation datasets

About the Company

Mindrift connects specialists with project-based AI opportunities for leading tech companies, focusing on testing, evaluating, and improving AI systems.