Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineer (AI Training)
About The Role
What if your machine learning expertise could directly shape how the next generation of AI systems reason, plan, and solve problems? We're looking for Machine Learning Engineers to help train cutting-edge AI models by demonstrating expert-level problem-solving — step by step, in real time.
This isn't a typical ML role. You won't be tuning hyperparameters or deploying pipelines. Instead, you'll be producing the high-quality reasoning data that teaches AI models how to think like a skilled engineer — strategically, systematically, and reliably.
This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. Work on your own schedule, as much or as little as fits your life.
Organization: Alignerr
Type: Hourly Contract
Location: Remote
Commitment: 10–40 hours/week
What You'll Do
Tackle sophisticated ML and engineering problems while documenting your reasoning process in clear, structured logs
Record sequential decision-making workflows — how you strategize, select tools, and arrive at solutions
Produce high-quality training data that shows AI models how expert engineers approach complex technical challenges
Audit and refine AI-generated reasoning steps for logical soundness and technical accuracy
Demonstrate proficient tool selection and use across realistic problem scenarios
Work independently and asynchronously — entirely on your own schedule
Who You Are
Professional background in Machine Learning, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Able to articulate complex reasoning clearly — you can explain not just what you did, but why
Strong critical thinker who can identify gaps or errors in logical workflows
Methodical and detail-oriented — you naturally document your thinking as you work
Comfortable working independently on open-ended technical tasks
Master's Degree or PhD in a relevant field
Nice to Have
Experience with data annotation, data quality evaluation, or AI training pipelines
Prior work in AI research, model evaluation, or RLHF-adjacent projects
Familiarity with LLMs and how they're trained or fine-tuned
Background in applied ML, NLP, or reasoning systems
Why Join Us
Work directly with leading AI research labs on frontier model development
Fully remote and flexible — structure your work around your life, not the other way around
Meaningful, intellectually stimulating work at the cutting edge of AI reasoning research
Gain rare, hands-on exposure to how large language models are trained and improved
Freelance autonomy with the satisfaction of contributing to genuinely impactful AI work
Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch

Work arrangement
Yes