Mathematical Coding Specialist (Remote)
Listing checked September 8, 2026 · pay as published by Turing
Overview
Turing is assembling one of the toughest STEM training datasets in AI, and the SciCode project sits at the center. You will design original scientific coding challenges that push frontier models like GPT, Gemini, and Nemotron to their limits. Each task you build becomes part of the training ground for the next wave of AI reasoning. Your work here directly influences how these models handle complex mathematics and real-world scientific computation. With a Python-heavy stack and a strong focus on rigor, the role suits someone who enjoys turning intricate math into clear, testable code.
What You'll Do7
- 1Create scientific problem sets that include a main challenge and at least 3 linked sub-problems, each one building logically toward the final solution.
- 2Write verified golden solutions in Python with full unit test coverage for every problem.
- 3Design test cases with discriminating power, so only a truly correct model output gets flagged as passing.
- 4Run quality checks on Turing's Central Task Platform (CTP), covering both Tier 1 structural checks and Tier 2 quality rubric reviews.
- 5Revise tasks after QC feedback to meet the Pass@K metric across multiple LLM judges, including GPT, Gemini, and Nemotron.
- 6Keep rework rates low and aim for first-attempt L1 approval on submissions.
- 7Jump on sync calls for reviews, feedback loops, and project standups during the PST overlap window.
Requirements8
- 1Master's or PhD in Mathematics or a closely related field.
- 2Advanced Python skills with a background in scientific computing and libraries such as NumPy, SciPy, or SymPy.
- 3Ability to write well-posed math and science problems that include clear constraints and expected outputs.
- 4An eye for detail when it comes to well-posedness, test case quality, scientific accuracy, and determinism.
- 5Experience in AI data annotation, academic research, or scientific writing.
- 6Familiarity with LLM evaluation frameworks or coding benchmarks.
- 7Published research or academic project work in a STEM domain.
- 8Willingness to commit 40 hours per week with a 4-hour overlap with Pacific Time.
Who Should Apply
This role is built for mathematicians who code and who want to see their skills shape AI reasoning. Candidates with a graduate degree in math and strong Python practice will feel at home, especially those who have already annotated data or written scientific content. It is less suited to people who prefer open-ended research over strict quality rubrics, because every task must pass a demanding review process. Many applicants stumble on test-case design, so don't underestimate how hard it is to craft examples that cleanly separate right from wrong. Another common pitfall is underestimating the 40-hour weekly commitment and the need to sync with PST, so make sure your schedule genuinely supports that.
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