Technology & Professional Services Expert - Remote Contract
Listing checked September 22, 2026 · pay as published by AfterQuery
Overview
AfterQuery, a YC-backed startup, builds training content that teaches AI models how to handle complex technology consulting and professional services work. The team needs an expert who can write consulting questions and case studies that test a model on requirements gathering, solution architecture, change management, vendor selection, project delivery, stakeholder management and technology strategy. You will review model answers and give detailed feedback that aligns with industry standards. The contract runs 15 hours per week with remote, asynchronous work and pay between $60 and $100 per hour.
What You'll Do7
- 1Create consulting questions and case studies that push AI models to reason through client scenarios in technology consulting and professional services.
- 2Cover core topics such as requirements gathering, solution architecture, change management, vendor selection, project delivery, stakeholder management and technology strategy.
- 3Review model responses for accuracy, practical value and fit with professional services standards.
- 4Write detailed feedback that points out gaps, errors or weak reasoning in each answer.
- 5Work with technology and technical experts to adjust question difficulty and keep content challenging for the model.
- 6Test whether scenarios reflect real client engagements, systems implementations and strategic technology decisions.
- 7Refine cases so they teach sound consulting practice and meet the training goals of the AI module.
Requirements8
- 1Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, business administration or a related field, or equal professional experience.
- 2Proven background in technology consulting, professional services delivery, systems integration or IT strategy.
- 3Knowledge of service delivery models and client engagement approaches.
- 4Strong analytical, writing and speaking skills with close attention to detail.
- 5Several years in professional services or consulting, with work across different technology domains and industry verticals.
- 6Experience with thought leadership, industry publications or technology transformation programs.
- 7Certifications such as PMP, ITIL, cloud credentials, Agile or Scrum, or an advanced degree like an MBA or MS.
- 8Familiarity with AI or emerging technology uses in professional services.
Who Should Apply
The ideal candidate has a mix of hands-on technology consulting and professional services delivery, plus the writing skill to turn client work into clear case studies. You know how requirements gathering, vendor selection, change management and project delivery fit together, and you can judge whether an AI answer matches real practice. Certifications like PMP, ITIL or cloud credentials help, as does an MBA or MS. This role suits people who want a part-time, remote contract and can work without close supervision. Candidates who lack direct consulting or systems integration experience, or who send generic writing samples that do not show technology strategy or client engagement, tend to score low for this kind of work.
Salary Insight
Pay runs from $60 to $100 per hour for this contract. That band fits experienced consultants and senior technology specialists who contribute to AI training data. The upper end suits candidates with multiple years in professional services, relevant certifications, or depth in systems integration and technology strategy.
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