Freelance Machine Learning Engineer (Python)

Mindrift; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 609,189 - 867,634; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Rates up to $32/hour depending on skill and experience

Flexible work schedule

Opportunity to work on advanced AI projects

Job summary

A leading AI consultancy is seeking a Freelance Machine Learning Engineer with significant Python expertise. This part-time, fully remote position involves designing computational STEM problems and requires advanced knowledge of Machine Learning and numerical methods. Ideal candidates will possess at least a Master's or PhD in a relevant field and have over 5 years of impactful experience. Join a collaborative environment focused on advanced AI projects and shape the future of technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Machine Learning experience with proven business impact.
• Strong programming skills in Python.
• Research or industry experience involving computational problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Design original computational STEM problems.
• Create problems requiring Python programming.
• Verify solutions using Python with standard libraries.

Skills

Python programming

Machine Learning

Numerical methods

Computational algorithms

Education

Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering or related field

Tools

numpy

pandas

scipy

sklearn

Job description

Freelance Machine Learning Engineer (Python)

Project‑based, part‑time, fully remote freelance role. Candidates must be located in South Africa and have advanced (C1) English proficiency.

What We Do

Mindrift 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 rapidly. As an ML expert, you will design and validate computational problem sets that enable specialized questions and complex reasoning. You will develop, document, and verify Python‑based solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design original computational STEM problems that simulate real scientific workflows.
• Create problems requiring Python programming to solve.
• Ensure problems are computationally intensive, unsolvable 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.

Requirements

• Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or related STEM field.
• 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.
• Advanced English proficiency (C1) or above.
• Ready to learn new methods, switch between tasks quickly, and work with challenging guidelines.

Benefits

• Paid per expertise; rates up to $32/hour depending on skill, experience, and project needs.
• Part‑time, remote freelance project that fits around your primary commitments.
• Work on advanced AI projects, enhancing your portfolio.
• Influence how future AI models understand and communicate in your field of expertise.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Refer a colleague to double your chances of interview.