About this role
Role Overview
Compete in a live Codeforces contest as a top-level competitive coder, producing and validating high-quality C++ solutions and checker implementations. This role tests your ability to analyze complex problem constraints, deliver robust code under time pressure, and clearly document and communicate technical details while working remotely.
Key Responsibilities- Participate in the scheduled live competitive programming contest on Codeforces.
- Analyze problem statements and multiple solution approaches to design reliable validation logic.
- Implement robust C++ checkers and related tooling to validate outputs and enforce problem constraints.
- Ensure output consistency and correctness, with meticulous attention to edge cases and specification details.
- Document code, explanations, and validation rules clearly for reviewers.
- Work independently in a remote environment and communicate technical findings concisely.
- Proven expertise in competitive programming and coding problem analysis.
- Advanced proficiency in C++, with specific experience implementing robust checker solutions.
- Strong analytical skills for interpreting complex constraints and multiple solution paths.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to articulate technical details clearly.
- Meticulous attention to detail when validating code and outputs.
- Ability to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and produce well-documented code.
- Prior experience as a problem setter, tester, or checker on major competitive programming platforms.
- Location: Remote only.
- This is a contest-based engagement. The contest is scheduled for Tuesday, July 14 at 10:00 AM PST; eligible applicants will receive an official invitation if they qualify.
- Applications will close 24 hours after posting, so prompt submission is required.
- Pay range: $45 to $65 per hour.
- Apply by submitting your application with your Codeforces handle included.
- Use the same email address you used on micro1 when applying; use a single Codeforces handle throughout the process. These identifiers are used to track contest results.
- If your application qualifies, you will receive an invitation to compete in the contest at the scheduled time.
micro1 is an AI data lab that converts domain expertise into high-quality training data, evaluations, and feedback for frontier AI models. Experts contribute across fields such as finance, healthcare, and STEM to improve how AI systems learn and reason.