Job Description: AI Coding Expert for Training Generative AI Models
Outlier is helping the world’s most innovative companies improve their AI models by providing high-quality human feedback. Are you an experienced software engineer looking to contribute your coding expertise to train cutting-edge AI models? Join us to shape the future of AI while working on flexible, remote projects.
About the Opportunity
Outlier is seeking talented coders to assist in training generative artificial intelligence models. This freelance opportunity offers flexible hours and remote work, allowing you to contribute on your own schedule.
You will:
- Craft and answer questions related to computer science to improve AI model capabilities.
- Evaluate and rank code generated by AI models to enhance their accuracy and quality.
Examples of Desirable Expertise
We are looking for individuals with:
- A bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science from a selective institution (enrolled or completed).
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, and C++.
- Participation in prestigious coding competitions, including:
- General Coding Competitions:
- CodeForces
- ICPC
- Google Code Jam
- Meta Hacker Cup
- Kaggle Competitions
- USACO
- TopCoder Open (TCO)
- Platform-Specific Contests:
- HackerRank Contests
- CodeChef SnackDown
- CodeChef Long Challenge
- AtCoder
- USACO Training Gateway
- CodinGame Contests
- Leetcode competitions/elo rating
- Hackathons and Challenges:
- Google Hash Code
- Battlecode
- Uber HackTag
- FIRST Robotics Competition
- Robosub
- MathWorks M3 Challenge
- Intel AI Global Impact Festival
- Google Montreal Hackathon
- BDO Montreal Hackathon
- HackMIT
- Hack the North
- HackGT
- PennApps
- LA Hacks
- TechCrunch Disrupt Hackathon
- Microsoft Discover AI Challenge
- SparkPost Hackathon
- Lenovo x BGCA Hackathon
- Treehacks (Stanford)
- AI and Advanced Coding Challenges:
- OpenAI Coding Challenges
- Yandex Algorithm
- Major League Hacking (MLH)
Key Qualifications
- Strong ability to articulate complex technical concepts fluently in English.
- Exceptional attention to detail, including adherence to grammar, punctuation, and style guidelines.
Payment Details
- Core project work pay rates for Tier 2 coding experts in the U.S. average USD $30 per hour.
- Rates vary based on expertise, skills assessment, location, project requirements, and other factors. Higher rates may be offered to individuals with advanced degrees (e.g., PhDs).
- Lower rates may apply for non-core work, such as onboarding or project overtime phases.
- Incentive payments may be available for certain projects.
- Join Outlier to leverage your coding skills and contribute to the development of groundbreaking AI models. We value expertise and innovation, offering an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of AI technology.
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This is a 1099 contract opportunity on the Outlier.ai platform. Because this is a freelance opportunity, we do not offer internships, sponsorship, or employment. You must be authorized to work in your country of residence. If you are an international student, you may be able to sign up for Outlier if you are on a visa. You should contact your tax and/or immigration advisor with specific questions regarding your circumstances.
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