Machine Learning Developer (Freelance)

Mindrift; Stuttgart; Remote; EUR 59,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time remote

Portfolio experience

Influence AI models

Job summary

Mindrift is building a platform that connects specialists with AI projects to push the boundaries of Generative AI. As a Machine Learning expert, you will design and solve computational STEM problems, using Python and common scientific libraries to create challenging tasks that require strong reasoning.

You will work remotely on projects with flexible hours, contribute to cutting-edge AI research, and help shape scalable problem-solving approaches for real-world applications.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or similar STEM field
• At least 5 years of ML 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 in computational problem-solving
• Advanced English (C1 or above)
• Willing to learn new methods and adapt to complex guidelines
• Fully remote freelance role; needs laptop and internet access

Responsibilities

• Design original computational STEM problems simulating real scientific workflows
• Create problems that require Python programming to solve
• Ensure problems are computationally intensive and not solvable manually within days/weeks
• Develop problems needing non-trivial reasoning chains and creative problem-solving
• Verify solutions using Python with NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, and scikit-learn
• Document problem statements clearly and provide verified correct answers

Skills

Machine Learning

English proficiency

Problem solving

Adaptive learner

Education

Master's or PhD in a STEM field

Tools

Python

NumPy

Pandas

SciPy

Scikit-Learn

Job description

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.

• 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

Compensation

On this project, contributors can earn up to $58 per hour equivalent, depending on their level and pace of contribution.

Compensation varies across projects depending on scope, complexity, and required expertise. Please note that other projects on the platform may offer different earning levels based on their requirements.

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

• 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