C++ Developer | $65/hr Remote

Crossing Hurdles; United States; Remote; CAD 62,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Crossing Hurdles is seeking a Competitive Coder for a remote contract role. You will design and implement checkers for problems with multiple valid outputs, evaluate submissions against Codeforces-style statements, and refine requirements with the customer team.

Proficiency in C++ and strong problem-analysis skills are essential, with clear documentation and remote collaboration across time zones. The role emphasizes robust checker development, thorough validation, and staying current with

Qualifications

• Expertise in competitive programming and problem analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in C++ for checker development.
• Strong analytical abilities to interpret constraints and multiple solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail in code validation.
• Experience working remotely and independently.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement checkers for competitive programming problems with multiple valid outputs.
• Evaluate and validate participant submissions against complex problem statements.
• Collaborate with the customer's team to fine-tune requirements and clarify ambiguities.
• Develop clear, maintainable C++ code to assess outputs and edge cases.
• Document checker logic and communicate edge cases clearly.
• Provide feedback to problem setters on test cases and checkers.
• Stay updated with evolving competitive programming standards.

Skills

Competitive programming

C++

Problem analysis

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

C++

Testing / Debugging

Job description

• Design and implement checkers for competitive programming problems with multiple valid outputs, ensuring accuracy and robustness.
• Evaluate and validate participant submissions against complex problem statements sourced from platforms like Codeforces.
• Collaborate with the customer's team to fine-tune problem requirements and clarify ambiguous scenarios.
• Develop clear, maintainable code in C++ to assess diverse outputs and edge cases efficiently.
• Document checker logic and communicate intricacies or edge cases in both written and verbal form.
• Provide feedback to problem setters and reviewers on potential improvements to test cases and checkers.
• Stay updated with evolving competitive programming standards and incorporate best practices into checker development.

Position: Competitive Coder

Type: Contract

Compensation: $45 - $65/hour

Location: Remote

Commitment: 10-40 hrs/week

Role Responsibilities

• Design and implement checkers for competitive programming problems with multiple valid outputs, ensuring accuracy and robustness.
• Evaluate and validate participant submissions against complex problem statements sourced from platforms like Codeforces.
• Collaborate with the customer's team to fine-tune problem requirements and clarify ambiguous scenarios.
• Develop clear, maintainable code in C++ to assess diverse outputs and edge cases efficiently.
• Document checker logic and communicate intricacies or edge cases in both written and verbal form.
• Provide feedback to problem setters and reviewers on potential improvements to test cases and checkers.
• Stay updated with evolving competitive programming standards and incorporate best practices into checker development.

Requirements

• Expertise in competitive programming and coding problem analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in C++ for implementing robust checker solutions.
• Strong analytical abilities to interpret complex problem constraints and multiple solution paths.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to articulate technical details clearly.
• Meticulous attention to detail in code validation and output consistency.
• Experience working independently in a remote, collaborative environment.
• Commitment to producing high-quality, well-documented code.