
Competitive Programming Expert
Listing checked September 16, 2026 · pay as published by AfterQuery
Key details
- Pay
- $45/hr
- Location
- Remote
- Job type
- contract
- Posted
- September 13, 2026
Overview
AfterQuery runs a research project with a leading AI lab and needs competitive programmers who solve hard algorithmic problems under contest pressure. The work stays remote and flexible, with a commitment of 10 to 20 hours each week. Strong candidates show up on contest leaderboards: LeetCode top 1%, Codeforces Master, ICPC Nationals, or USACO Gold. Pay is $45.00 per hour for the hours you put in.
What You'll Do8
- Solve algorithmic problems drawn from contest-style sets and record each solution in C++, Python, or Java.
- Write out the reasoning behind a solution, covering the approach, the data structures chosen, and why the method holds.
- Work through model answers on programming problems and flag where the logic breaks down or the complexity is wrong.
- Compare several valid solutions to the same problem and note the tradeoffs in runtime and memory.
- Label and structure problem-solution pairs so they can be used as training material.
- Follow the project's annotation format and keep submissions consistent across tasks.
- Turn around assigned batches inside the agreed weekly hours.
- Discuss edge cases and tricky constraints with other programmers on the project.
Requirements7
- Contest record that shows top-tier standing, such as LeetCode top 1%, Codeforces Master, ICPC Nationals, or USACO Gold.
- Solid command of algorithms and data structures, including dynamic programming, graphs, and greedy methods.
- Ability to write clean, correct code in at least one of C++, Python, or Java.
- Habit of explaining a solution in clear written prose, not just submitting code.
- Availability of 10 to 20 hours per week.
- Comfort working on your own schedule with remote coordination.
- Care with detail when reviewing problem statements and constraints.
Who Should Apply
Competitive programmers with a verifiable contest record who enjoy breaking down a hard problem and writing up why the solution works. Ideal for someone who wants flexible, part-time work tied to AI research and can commit 10 to 20 hours a week.
Salary Insight
The role pays $45.00 per hour. At 10 to 20 hours a week, that works out to roughly $450 to $900 weekly, which puts it well above typical part-time tutoring or problem-writing gigs for programmers at this level.
Required skills
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