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Machine Learning Engineer Talent Network

Location: RemoteEligible locations: WorldwideContract type: Part-timeSalary: $70 – $250Posted: October 8, 2026

About the Role

This is not a single job opening. It is an open application to join Mercor's Machine Learning Engineer expert network, which connects specialists with AI labs and companies that need domain expertise. Once you are verified, you are matched to relevant contract projects on a rolling basis as they become available.

What You'll Do

  • Train and evaluate AI models on Machine Learning Engineering topics
  • Create tasks and deliverables based on realistic scenarios
  • Give domain-specific feedback that supports frontier AI research

Requirements

  • Professional experience in machine learning model development, Python and ML frameworks (PyTorch/TensorFlow), and model deployment and MLOps
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Compensation & Logistics

  • Pay: $70-$250 per hour, depending on the project
  • Remote, flexible schedule; typical project commitments are 15-30 hours per week, with scope and duration varying by project
  • How it works: upload your resume and confirm your work location, pass the AI interview, get verified, then be invited to interview for projects that fit your background and availability
  • Joining the network does not guarantee a specific project