[Mercor] Machine Learning Engineer | $100/hr Remote

Crossing Hurdles is a referral partner. We connect & refer top candidates to Mercor that working with the world’s leading AI research labs to help build and train cutting-edge AI models. Organization: Mercor Position: Machine Learning Engineer Referral Partner: Crossing Hurdles Type: Hourly Contract Compensation: $100/hour Location: Remote Duration: 1-2 months (with potential extension) Commitment: 10-40 hrs/week, flexible and asynchronous Role Responsibilities (Training support will be provided) • Compile external ML competitions into realistic, challenging tasks involving model training, dataset preparation, and experimentation • Draft detailed, executable natural language plans for completing machine learning engineering tasks • Implement these plans in Python code within a provided Docker environment • Validate code outputs against original plans and document any discrepancies Requirements • Strong years of experience in applied machine learning or a PhD in machine learning or a closely related field • Strong Python engineering skills, particularly in model training and data handling workflows • Familiarity with Docker-based development environments • Detail-oriented mindset with ability to follow technical specifications precisely • Experience in ML reproducibility, benchmarking, or experimental validation (preferred) • Ability to work independently under compliance-aligned protocols • Access to a desktop or laptop computer (Chromebooks are not supported) Application Process (15 min) • Upload resume • Participate in AI interview (10 min) • Submit form