Machine Learning Expert Part-time

Machine Learning Expert

$75-$125 per hour

Mercor is hiring experienced Machine Learning professionals to join an exciting collaboration with a top AI research lab. This role involves contributing to the development and evaluation of advanced AI systems designed to replicate real-world workflows across engineering and data science.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate machine learning outputs produced by AI systems for quality, accuracy, and alignment with business objectives
• Calibrate AI decision-making processes in tasks such as model training, performance optimization, and pipeline evaluation
• Design, build, and refine machine learning models and data processing pipelines
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to iterate on architectures, training strategies, and deployment methods

Ideal Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in machine learning, ideally in deep learning, data science, or large-scale AI systems within established organizations
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, or a related technical field. Advanced degrees (e.g., MSc, PhD) are a plus
• Strong proficiency in machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and model evaluation techniques
• Solid understanding of large-scale data processing, training pipelines, and system optimization
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex machine learning workflows into clear, actionable insights

Project Timeline

• Start Date: Immediate
• Duration: 1–2 months
• Commitment: Part-time, ~20 hours/week (potential to extend to 40 hours/week)
• Schedule: Fully remote and asynchronous — flexible working hours

Compensation & Contract

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience ($75–$125 USD/hr)
• Top performers receive weekly bonus incentives ranging from $20–100/hr on top of their pay rate
• Independent contractor
• Daily payment via Stripe Connect

Application & Onboarding Process

• Upload your resume
• AI interview: A short conversation about your background, no preparation necessary!
• Work trial: A paid, 3-hour assessment evaluating your ability to interpret project guidelines and deliver machine learning–specific output

About Mercor

Mercor is a San Francisco-based company specializing in connecting elite professionals with cutting-edge AI initiatives. Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. We help leading AI labs accelerate progress by bringing in top-tier human expertise.

Apply today and leverage your machine learning expertise to help build the future of AI-driven engineering workflows!

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