Talent.com
Remote Data Scientist (Kaggle-Grandmaster) - AI Trainer ($56-$77 per hour)
Remote Data Scientist (Kaggle-Grandmaster) - AI Trainer ($56-$77 per hour)Mercor • Castle Rock, Colorado, US
Remote Data Scientist (Kaggle-Grandmaster) - AI Trainer ($56-$77 per hour)

Remote Data Scientist (Kaggle-Grandmaster) - AI Trainer ($56-$77 per hour)

Mercor • Castle Rock, Colorado, US
[job_card.variable_days_ago]
[job_preview.job_type]
  • [job_card.full_time]
  • [filters.remote]
[job_card.job_description]

##

  • Role Description

Mercor is hiring on behalf of a leading AI research lab to bring on a highly skilled

  • 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.
    • [job_alerts.create_a_job]

    Data Scientist Remote • Castle Rock, Colorado, US

    [internal_linking.related_jobs]
    Data Scientist (Remote)

    Data Scientist (Remote)

    Scale AI • Denver, Colorado, United States
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time]
    Join a global community of talented professionals to shape the future of AI.Earn up to $15 USD / hr and additional rewards based on quality of submission. Outlier is committed to improving the intelli...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_less] • [promoted] • [new]
    Data Scientist

    Data Scientist

    AArete • Denver, Colorado, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    AArete is one-of-a-kind when it comes to consulting firm culture.We are a global, innovative management and technology consulting firm, with offices in the U. Our name comes from the Greek word for ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Senior AI Scientist, Observability Platform

    Senior AI Scientist, Observability Platform

    Datadog • Denver, CO, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    A leading SaaS company is seeking a Senior Applied Scientist for their Observability Data Platform.The ideal candidate will leverage expertise in areas like causal modeling and reinforcement learni...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_1_day] • [promoted]
    Dashers - Sign Up and Start Earning

    Dashers - Sign Up and Start Earning

    DoorDash • Woodland Park, CO, United States
    [job_card.full_time] +1
    DoorDash is the #1 category leader in food delivery, food pickup, and convenience store delivery in the US, trusted by millions of customers every day. As a Dasher, you’ll stay busy with a variety o...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Data Scientist Level 3

    Data Scientist Level 3

    IntelliGenesis • Denver, CO, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    [filters_job_card.quick_apply]
    Job Duties Employ some combination (2 or more) of the following skill areas : .Foundations : (Mathematical, Computational, Statistical) Data Processing : (Data management and curation, data description...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30]
    Remote Financial Analyst - AI Trainer ($150 per hour)

    Remote Financial Analyst - AI Trainer ($150 per hour)

    Mercor • Castle Rock, Colorado, US
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time]
    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]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Principal Data Scientist – Product

    Principal Data Scientist – Product

    Gusto • Denver, CO, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    At Gusto, we’re on a mission to grow the small business economy.We handle the hard stuff—like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR—so owners can focus on their craft and customers.With teams ...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Remote Senior FP&A Analyst - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)

    Remote Senior FP&A Analyst - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)

    Data Annotation • Castle Rock, CO, United States
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time] +1
    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]
    [last_updated.last_updated_1_day] • [promoted]
    Principal AI Consultant Learn more • Full-Time • Pisteyo

    Principal AI Consultant Learn more • Full-Time • Pisteyo

    Pisteyo • Denver, CO, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    Job Title : Principal AIConsultant –Strategy &Leadership.Pisteyo is a builder-led business consulting firm that upskills leaders to harness AI and deploys implementation teams to transform how busin...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Online Research Participants (Pay up to $3,000 / study) - Flexible Work from Home Options (Hiring Immediately)

    Online Research Participants (Pay up to $3,000 / study) - Flexible Work from Home Options (Hiring Immediately)

    Maxion Research • Castle Rock, Colorado, US
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.part_time]
    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]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Lead Data Scientist

    Lead Data Scientist

    Evolve Vacation Rental • Denver, CO, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    Our high-performing, customer-obsessed team runs on curiosity, communication, and accountability-working together to create exceptional experiences for our owners and guests.Whether solving big cha...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Remote Financial Expert - AI Trainer ($150 per hour)

    Remote Financial Expert - AI Trainer ($150 per hour)

    Mercor • Castle Rock, Colorado, US
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time]
    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]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Senior Data Scientist (Greenwood Village)

    Senior Data Scientist (Greenwood Village)

    KellyMitchell Group • Greenwood Village, CO, US
    [job_card.part_time]
    Our client is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join their team! This position is located in Greenwood Village, Colorado. Analyze, model, and interpret complex datasets to extract actionable insigh...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Remote Investment Analyst - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)

    Remote Investment Analyst - AI Trainer ($50-$60 / hour)

    Data Annotation • Denver, CO, United States
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time] +1
    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]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Online Research Participants (Pay up to $3,000 / study) (Hiring Immediately)

    Online Research Participants (Pay up to $3,000 / study) (Hiring Immediately)

    Maxion Research • Monument, CO, United States
    [job_card.part_time]
    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]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Assistant Teacher - Great Opportunity

    Assistant Teacher - Great Opportunity

    Zen Educate • Palmer Lake, CO, United States
    [job_card.full_time]
    Limited Positions - Now hiring for the 2025–2026 school year.We're hiring now! Zen Educate is looking for Para Educators. You'll grow your skills, gain meaningful experience, and work where your sup...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_variable_days] • [promoted]
    Principal Data Scientist - Product

    Principal Data Scientist - Product

    Gusto • Denver, CO, US
    [job_card.full_time]
    About Gusto At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy.We handle the hard stuff—like payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR—so owners can focus on their craft and customers...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_30] • [promoted]
    Data Scientist � Entry Level (Remote)

    Data Scientist � Entry Level (Remote)

    Scale AI • Denver, Colorado, United States
    [filters.remote]
    [job_card.full_time]
    Join a global community of talented professionals to shape the future of AI.Earn up to $15 USD / hr and additional rewards based on quality of submission. Outlier is committed to improving the intelli...[show_more]
    [last_updated.last_updated_less] • [promoted] • [new]