Remote Data Scientist (Kaggle-Grandmaster) - AI Trainer ($56-$77 per hour)Mercor • Pearland, Texas, US
Remote Data Scientist (Kaggle-Grandmaster) - AI Trainer ($56-$77 per hour)
Mercor • Pearland, Texas, US
[job_card.variable_days_ago]
[job_preview.job_type]
- [job_card.full_time]
- [filters.remote]
[job_card.job_description]Data Scientist with a Kaggle Grandmaster profile. In this role, you will transform complex datasets into actionable insights, high-performing models, and scalable analytical workflows. You will work closely with researchers and engineers to design rigorous experiments, build advanced statistical and ML models, and develop data-driven frameworks to support product and research decisions. ## What You’ll Do Analyze large, complex datasets to uncover patterns, develop insights, and inform modeling direction - Build predictive models, statistical analyses, and machine learning pipelines across tabular, time-series, NLP, or multimodal data - Design and implement robust validation strategies, experiment frameworks, and analytical methodologies - Develop automated data workflows, feature pipelines, and reproducible research environments - Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA), hypothesis testing, and model-driven investigations to support research and product teams - Translate modeling outcomes into clear recommendations for engineering, product, and leadership teams - Collaborate with ML engineers to productionize models and ensure data workflows operate reliably at scale - Present findings through well-structured dashboards, reports, and documentation ## Qualifications Kaggle Competitions Grandmaster or comparable achievement : top-tier rankings, multiple medals, or exceptional competition performance - 3–5+ years of experience in data science or applied analytics - Strong proficiency in Python and data tools (Pandas, NumPy, Polars, scikit-learn, etc.) - Experience building ML models end-to-end : feature engineering, training, evaluation, and deployment - Solid understanding of statistical methods, experiment design, and causal or quasi-experimental analysis - Familiarity with modern data stacks : SQL, distributed datasets, dashboards, and experiment tracking tools - Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly present analytical insights ## Nice to Have Strong contributions across multiple Kaggle tracks (Notebooks, Datasets, Discussions, Code) - Experience in an AI lab, fintech, product analytics, or ML-focused organization - Knowledge of LLMs, embeddings, and modern ML techniques for text, images, and multimodal data - Experience working with big data ecosystems (Spark, Ray, Snowflake, BigQuery, etc.) - Familiarity with statistical modeling frameworks such as Bayesian methods or probabilistic programming ## Why Join Gain exposure to cutting-edge AI research workflows, collaborating closely with data scientists, ML engineers, and research leaders shaping next-generation analytical systems. - Work on high-impact data science challenges while experimenting with advanced modeling strategies, new analytical methods, and competition-grade validation techniques. - Collaborate with world-class AI labs and technical teams operating at the frontier of forecasting, experimentation, tabular ML, and multimodal analytics. - Flexible engagement options (30-40 hrs / week or full-time) — ideal for data scientists eager to apply Kaggle-level problem-solving to real-world, production analytics. - Fully remote and globally flexible work structure — optimized for deep analytical work, async collaboration, and high-output research.
##
- Role Description
Mercor is hiring on behalf of a leading AI research lab to bring on a highly skilled
[job_alerts.create_a_job]
Data Scientist Remote • Pearland, Texas, US
[internal_linking.similar_jobs]
Castle Biosciences Earns "Top Workplaces USA Award" for Phoenix, Pittsburgh, and Friendswood!.You won't find a work culture and benefits package like ours every day.
Come join our team and a group o...[show_more]
Earn up to $16 USD / hourly and work remotely and flexibly.Outlier, a platform owned and operated by Scale AI, is looking for.
If you're passionate about improving models and excited by the future of ...[show_more] UK / Canada / Europe / Singapore / Dubai / Australia-based • •Investment Banking or Private Equity Experts • • for a research project with a leading foundational model AI lab.
You are a good fit if you : - Have •...[show_more] 
We are looking for a finance professional to join our team to train AI models.You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of ...[show_more]
Join Our Part-Time Research Studies Today!.Are you eager to earn extra income from the comfort of your home? We are looking for motivated individuals to participate in paid research studies includi...[show_more]
Our Client is a leading private equity firm with a portfolio of upstream gas production companies.By combining petroleum engineering expertise with advanced data analytics, artificial intelligence ...[show_more] We are looking for a finance professional to join our team to train AI models.You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of ...[show_more] 
Our Client is a leading private equity firm with a portfolio of upstream gas production companies.By combining petroleum engineering expertise with advanced data analytics, artificial intelligence ...[show_more] We are looking for a finance professional to join our team to train AI models.You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of ...[show_more] Earn up to $16 USD / hourly and work remotely and flexibly.Outlier, a platform owned and operated by Scale AI, is looking for.
If you're passionate about improving models and excited by the future of ...[show_more] UK / Canada / Europe / Singapore / Dubai / Australia-based • •Investment Banking or Private Equity Experts • • for a research project with a leading foundational model AI lab.
You are a good fit if you : - Have •...[show_more] We are looking for a finance professional to join our team to train AI models.You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of ...[show_more] 
Data Scientist (AI / ML) – Remote (US-Based Only).Monday–Friday, 8 : 30 AM–5 : 00 PM (Local Time).Temp-to-Hire (Performance-Based).
Dual monitors + docking station required.Must reside in one of the prefe...[show_more]
Argo Group International Holdings, Inc.American National, US based specialty P&C companies, (together known as BP&C, Inc.
Brookfield Wealth Solutions, Ltd.BWS"), a New York and Toronto-listed public...[show_more] We are looking for a finance professional to join our team to train AI models.You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of ...[show_more] Join Our Part-Time Research Studies Today!.Are you eager to earn extra income from the comfort of your home? We are looking for motivated individuals to participate in paid research studies includi...[show_more] 
AI / ML and Large Language Models (LLMs).AI-driven solutions that deliver measurable business impact.This role involves working with.
LLMs, NLP, and deep learning techniques.Design, train, and fine-tu...[show_more] Earn up to $15 / hour + performance bonuses.Outlier, a platform owned and operated by Scale AI, is looking for.If you're passionate about improving models and excited by the future of AI, this is you...[show_more]
R&D, Data Scientist (FWD)
Castle Biosciences • Friendswood, TX, USA
[job_card.full_time]
[filters_job_card.quick_apply]
[last_updated.last_updated_30]
AI Writing Reviewer - Remote
Outlier • Pearland, TX, United States
[filters.remote]
[job_card.full_time]
[last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
Remote Financial Analyst - AI Trainer ($150 per hour)
Mercor • Houston, Texas, US
[filters.remote]
[job_card.full_time]
[last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
Remote Sales & Trading Associate - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)
Data Annotation • Houston, Texas
[filters.remote]
[job_card.full_time] +1
[last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
Online Research Participants (Pay up to $3,000 / study) - Flexible Remote Opportunities (Hiring Immediately)
Maxion Research • South Houston, Texas, US
[filters.remote]
[job_card.part_time]
[last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
Senior Data Scientist
Search Services • Houston, TX, United States
[job_card.full_time]
[last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
Remote FP&A Manager – AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)
Data Annotation • Friendswood, Texas
[filters.remote]
[job_card.full_time] +1
[last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
Senior Data Scientist (Houston)
Search Services • Houston, TX, US
[job_card.part_time]
[last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
Remote M&A Associate - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)
Data Annotation • Friendswood, Texas
[filters.remote]
[job_card.full_time] +1
[last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
AI Trainer - Writing Reviewer - Remote
Outlier • Friendswood, TX, United States
[filters.remote]
[job_card.full_time]
[last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
Remote Financial Expert - AI Trainer ($150 per hour)
Mercor • Pearland, Texas, US
[filters.remote]
[job_card.full_time]
[last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
Remote FinTech Product Analyst - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)
Data Annotation • Pasadena, Texas
[filters.remote]
[job_card.full_time] +1
[last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
Senior Data Scientist
ICON Consultants, LP • Houston, TX, US
[job_card.full_time]
[last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
Senior Property & Casualty Data Scientist
Argonaut Management Services, Inc • Houston, TX, United States
[job_card.full_time]
[last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
Remote Investment Analyst – AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)
Data Annotation • Pasadena, Texas
[filters.remote]
[job_card.full_time] +1
[last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
Remote Research Contributor (Hiring Immediately)
Maxion Research • West University Place, Texas, US
[filters.remote]
[job_card.part_time]
[last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
Data Scientist
Robert Half • Houston, TX, US
[job_card.full_time]
[last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
AI Trainer -Remote AI Writing Specialist
Outlier • Houston, TX, United States
[filters.remote]
[job_card.full_time]
[last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]