Competitive Programming Expert (Independent Contractor)

AfterQuery (YC W25); United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative research lab is seeking exceptional competitive programmers to join a groundbreaking project in collaboration with a leading AI lab. This remote position offers flexibility, requiring only 10-20 hours of work per week. Ideal candidates will be top-tier competitive programmers with a passion for problem-solving and a deep understanding of data structures and algorithms. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the exploration of AI's fundamental limits and possibilities, making a significant impact in the field. Join a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence through rigorous scientific inquiry.

Qualifications

• Top 1% LeetCode user or equivalent competitive programming accolades.
• Exceptional abilities in problem-solving with data structures and algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex competitive programming problems for AI challenges.
• Design and document original competitive programming problems.

Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Data Structures

Algorithms

Competitive Programming

Job description

Remote

Contract

$30 - $60/hr

Company Description

AfterQuery is a research lab (backed by Y Combinator) investigating the boundaries and capabilities of artificial intelligence through novel datasets and experimentation. We believe that pushing the frontiers of AI requires both rigorous scientific inquiry and exceptional human data. Join our team as we explore the fundamental limits and possibilities of AI systems.

Job Description

We are seeking exceptional competitive programmers (top 1% LeetCode users, ICPC Nationals, Codeforces Master, USACO Gold) to join our research project in collaboration with a leading AI lab. This is a flexible remote position requiring 10-20 hours of work per week.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex competitive programming problems that challenge current AI models
• Design original competitive programming problems
• Provide detailed feedback on AI solutions
• Implement efficient, optimized code solutions that demonstrate programming best practices

Required Qualifications

• You are a top 1% LeetCode user, ICPC Nationals participant, Codeforces Master, or in the USACO Gold division
• Exceptional problem-solving skills with data structures and algorithms
• Excellent written communication skills for documenting solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Based in the US or Canada

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