Freelance machine learning engineer (python)

Mindrift • Remote, Remote • Posted May 25, 2026

Position Overview

Freelance Machine Learning Engineer (Python) Project‑based, part‑time, fully remote freelance role. Candidates must be located in South Africa and have advanced (C1) English proficiency. What We Do Mindrift connects specialists with AI projects from major tech innovators. Our mission is to unlock the potential of Generative AI by tapping into real‑world expertise from across the globe. About the Role Gen AI models are improving rapidly. As an ML expert, you will design and validate computational problem sets that enable specialized questions and complex reasoning. You will develop, document, and verify Python‑based solutions. Responsibilities Design original computational STEM problems that simulate real scientific workflows. Create problems requiring Python programming to solve. Ensure problems are computationally intensive, unsolvable manually within reasonable timeframes (days/weeks). Develop problems requiring non‑trivial reasoning chains and creative problem‑solving approaches. Ve...