Key details
- Role type
- Contract
- Compensation
- $30–$80/hr
- Work arrangement
- Remote
- Category
- technology
- Openings
- 50
About this role
Role Overview
Build the data foundations that help train and evaluate next-generation AI systems. As a remote independent contractor, you will contribute real-world engineering expertise through scalable data solutions that improve how AI models learn, reason, and perform.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain scalable big data pipelines and architectures.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to translate data requirements and business objectives into effective solutions.
- Implement data integration, transformation, and processing workflows using Python and relevant big data technologies.
- Develop, manage, and optimize distributed databases and storage systems for efficiency and reliability.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve data systems to maintain high availability and performance.
- Apply data quality, security, and governance standards across solutions.
- Document technical solutions and explain complex concepts clearly in writing and conversation.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated big data engineering experience, including building and maintaining large-scale data pipelines.
- Advanced Python skills for data processing, automation, and integration.
- Deep knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases, including optimization and management practices.
- Experience with distributed data-processing frameworks such as Hadoop, Spark, or Flink.
- Strong understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, and data warehousing principles.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- A detail-oriented, proactive, self-motivated approach suited to autonomous remote work.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in fast-paced or startup-like environments supporting global teams.
- Experience with cloud big data platforms, including AWS, GCP, or Azure.
- Familiarity with machine learning operations and data science workflows.
Work Terms
- Remote contract engagement.
Compensation
- $30 to $80 per hour.