Requires knowledge normally acquired through a high school diploma/GED.
Ability to read materials to understand and apply content such as manuals, procedure manuals, or assembly materials.
Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
Ability to write to accomplish such tasks as completing forms or communicating simple instructions.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, metrics.
Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks as assigned by others with occasional direction.
Ability to communicate to explain or interpret well-defined business issues or procedures, following established patterns.
Ability to follow standard operating procedures and safety rules.
Basic understanding of the metric system and use of tape measures.
Requires manual dexterity, good eye/hand coordination.
Physical ability to meet demands of the position including, standing, carrying, lifting, pushing, and pulling and overall physical strength and dexterity.
Willingness to cross train for different job tasks in the area.

Data Science Engineer

Outlier

Altamont, IL

2+ years of experience in backend engineering, AI automation, or complex systems integration
Proven ability to build and maintain production-grade software with modular separation (e.g., distinct services for data parsing, logic processing, and reporting)
Strong command of at least two major languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Go, or Java) and experience working with SQL databases
Practical experience building for live, non-mocked environments and handling multi-turn system interactions.
Outstanding attention to detail and the ability to provide clear, high-density technical feedback on complex system behaviors
This is a 1099 contract opportunity on the Outlier.ai platform. Because this is a freelance opportunity, we do not offer internships, sponsorship, or employment. You must be authorized to work in your country of residence.