QA/Test Engineer

Weekday 1; United States; Remote; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Weekday 1 is seeking an experienced QA and Test Engineer to join a pioneering AI initiative that builds next-generation evaluation benchmarks for frontier AI models. You will review complex, multi-step tasks, validate correctness, identify edge cases, and strengthen testing before benchmarks are deployed.

This fully remote, full-time role requires about 35 hours per week. You will work closely with AI researchers and task authors to improve evaluation quality, reduce ambiguity, and ensure

Qualifications

• Master’s degree, PhD, or equivalent in STEM with software engineering, research or advanced technical problem solving.
• Minimum 1 year of professional experience in QA, Test Eng., Software Eng., Research Eng., or related field with strong ownership.
• Proven experience designing test cases, validating complex software systems, and debugging end-to-end workflows.
• Strong proficiency in Python and Git, with ability to troubleshoot unfamiliar codebases.
• Excellent analytical thinking, problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Experience documenting bugs, test strategies, and findings with clear written communication.
• Experience evaluating AI systems, ML models, or AI outputs is preferred.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and ~35 hrs/week.

Responsibilities

• Design comprehensive test cases validating evaluation tasks, including edge cases.
• Review benchmark tasks and reference solutions to identify ambiguity or gaps.
• Debug task environments and Python-based evaluation scripts for reliable results.
• Develop repeatable QA processes, checklists, and testing frameworks for benchmark creation.
• Identify shortcuts, exploits, or weaknesses impacting evaluation accuracy.
• Collaborate with researchers, engineers, and task authors to improve task quality and reproducibility.

Skills

Python

Git

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Master's/PhD or equivalent STEM

Job description

This role is for one of our clients

Compensation: $60-$90 per hour

Join a pioneering AI initiative focused on building the next generation of evaluation benchmarks for frontier AI models. We are seeking experienced QA and Test Engineers to ensure every benchmark is reliable, reproducible, and accurately measures real AI capabilities.

In this role, you will review complex, multi-step evaluation tasks, validate their correctness, identify edge cases, and strengthen testing methodologies before benchmarks are deployed. You'll collaborate closely with AI researchers and task authors to improve evaluation quality, eliminate ambiguity, and ensure benchmark integrity.

This is a fully remote, full-time engagement requiring approximately 35 hours per week.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Design comprehensive test cases that validate evaluation tasks, including complex edge cases and unexpected scenarios.


• Review benchmark tasks and reference solutions to identify ambiguity, inconsistencies, missing requirements, and grading gaps.


• Debug task environments and Python-based evaluation scripts to ensure reliable execution and accurate results.


• Develop repeatable quality assurance processes, validation checklists, and testing frameworks for benchmark creation.


• Identify potential shortcuts, exploits, or weaknesses that could compromise evaluation accuracy or benchmark integrity.


• Collaborate with AI researchers, engineers, and task authors to improve task quality, reproducibility, and technical rigor.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree, PhD, or equivalent practical experience in a STEM discipline involving software engineering, research, or advanced technical problem solving.


• Minimum 1 year of professional experience in Quality Assurance, Test Engineering, Software Engineering, Research Engineering, or a related technical field with strong quality ownership.


• Proven experience designing test cases, validating complex software systems, and debugging end-to-end workflows.


• Strong proficiency in Python and Git, with the ability to troubleshoot unfamiliar codebases and technical environments.


• Excellent analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and exceptional attention to detail.


• Experience documenting bugs, test strategies, and technical findings with clear written communication.


• Experience evaluating AI systems, machine learning models, or AI-generated outputs is preferred.


• Ability to work independently while managing multiple complex tasks with minimal supervision.


• Ability to commit approximately 35 hours per week on a consistent basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI evaluation, benchmark development, or quality assurance for machine learning systems.


• Background in automation testing, validation frameworks, or software quality engineering.


• Familiarity with large language models, AI agent workflows, or evaluation pipelines.


• Experience creating repeatable QA processes for research or engineering projects.

Why Join

• Play a key role in improving the quality and reliability of next-generation AI evaluation benchmarks.


• Collaborate with leading AI researchers on cutting-edge evaluation methodologies.


• Help ensure AI systems are tested against rigorous, real-world scenarios.


• Apply your software testing and quality engineering expertise to advance AI reliability.


• Enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote engagement while contributing to impactful AI research.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants receive equal consideration. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and engagement process.

Contract & Engagement Details

• Independent contractor engagement.


• Fully remote with flexible working hours.


• Expected commitment of approximately 35 hours per week.


• Project duration may be extended, shortened, or concluded based on project requirements and individual performance.


• Work does not require access to confidential or proprietary information from any current or former employer.


• Payments are issued weekly based on approved work completed.


• At this time, we are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates.