Machine Learning Engineer Talent Network Part-time

Machine Learning Engineer Talent Network

Join our Machine Learning Engineer Expert Network to connect with leading AI labs and companies seeking your expertise. This is an open application for future contract opportunities that match your background and interests. Once you complete your profile and pass our AI interview, you'll be eligible for relevant projects as they become available. We match experts to opportunities on a rolling basis.

Experts in our network contribute to:

• Training and evaluating AI models in Machine Learning Engineering
• Creating tasks and deliverables based on real-world scenarios
• Providing domain-specific feedback to advance frontier AI research

Projects vary in scope and duration, with typical commitments ranging from 15-30 hours per week.

What we're looking for:

• Professional experience in machine learning model development, Python & ML frameworks (PyTorch/TensorFlow), model deployment & MLOps
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment

How it works:

• Apply once: Complete your profile by uploading your resume and confirming your work location.
• Get verified: We review your credentials and approve qualified experts.
• Stay connected: When projects need Machine Learning Engineering expertise, we match you to opportunities based on your expertise and project needs.
• Start working: Be invited to interview for opportunities that align with your schedule and interests. You will earn competitive rates while working remotely on your own schedule.

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Contract and Payment Terms

• You will be engaged as an independent contractor.
• This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule.
• Projects can be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance.
• Your work at Mercor will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution.
• Payments are weekly on Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
• Please note: We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time.

About Mercor

Mercor partners with leading AI labs and enterprises to train frontier models using human expertise. You will work on projects that focus on training and enhancing AI systems. You will be paid competitively, collaborate with leading researchers, and help shape the next generation of AI systems in your area of expertise.

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