Machine Learning Engineer | $40-$100/hr Remote
Overview
micro1 is looking for a Machine Learning Engineer to join a dynamic client project, where you'll play a key role in training next-generation AI systems. In this contract role, you'll design and refine models, work with large datasets, and help shape how AI learns and reasons — all remotely. Your contributions will directly impact real-world model performance and scalability.
What You'll Do7
- 1Build, improve, and fine-tune machine learning models using Python and libraries like scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch to meet project goals.
- 2Work with large volumes of data, leveraging MongoDB to efficiently store, query, and manage datasets for training and validation.
- 3Partner with cross-functional team members to pinpoint model weaknesses and roll out robust enhancements.
- 4Carry out thorough model evaluations — tuning hyperparameters, running benchmarks, and comparing results to maximize performance.
- 5Document your methodologies, experiments, and outcomes so workflows are transparent and reproducible.
- 6Develop and integrate data pipelines and preprocessing steps to streamline the training and inference process.
- 7Translate data-driven findings into actionable insights and recommendations for the team and stakeholders.
Requirements7
- 1Proven hands-on experience with Python and deep familiarity with ML frameworks such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch.
- 2Solid experience using MongoDB for data manipulation, storage, and retrieval in machine learning contexts.
- 3Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of delivering innovative ML solutions in real-world environments.
- 4A solid grasp of model evaluation metrics, feature engineering, and data preprocessing techniques.
- 5Experience deploying or operationalizing machine learning models in cloud or enterprise settings.
- 6Clear written communication and documentation skills to share technical findings and best practices.
- 7Ability to adapt quickly to shifting project needs and collaborate effectively in a remote, distributed team.
Who Should Apply
This role is ideal for an ML practitioner who enjoys owning the full model lifecycle — from data prep and experimentation to deployment and iteration. You're comfortable working independently in a remote setting, yet you thrive when collaborating with others to solve complex problems. You value clean documentation, reproducible experiments, and turning raw data into tangible impact. If you're excited about shaping how AI learns and are ready to contribute to a cutting-edge project, this is for you.
Salary Insight
The contract pay ranges from $40 to $100 per hour, depending on experience and expertise.
Required Skills
Application Tip
Highlight a specific project where you used MongoDB alongside a major ML framework to solve a real problem — describe the data challenge, your approach, and the performance gains achieved. This will show you can bridge data engineering and modeling seamlessly.
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