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Rust Developer - Ai Training
YO IT CONSULTING
Chicago, Illinois
Fully remote
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

Job Description

Job Description

Work Mode: Remote
Engagement Type: Independent Contractor
Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time Contract

Language Requirement: Fluent English

Role Overview

We partner with leading AI teams to improve the quality, usefulness, and reliability of general-purpose conversational AI systems.

This project focuses specifically on evaluating and improving how AI systems reason about code, generate programming solutions, and explain technical concepts across various complexity levels.

The role involves rigorous technical evaluation of AI-generated responses in coding and software engineering contexts.

What Youll Do
Evaluate LLM-generated responsesto coding and software engineering queries for accuracy, reasoning, clarity, and completeness
Conduct fact-checkingusing trusted public sources and authoritative references
Conduct accuracy testing byexecuting code and validating outputs using appropriate tools
Annotate model responsesby identifying strengths, areas of improvement, and factual or conceptual inaccuracies
Assess code quality, readability, algorithmic soundness, and explanation quality
Ensuremodel responses align with expected conversational behaviorand system guidelines
Apply consistent evaluation standardsby following clear taxonomies, benchmarks, and detailed evaluation guidelines

Who You Are
You hold aBS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field
You havesignificant real-world experience in software engineeringor related technical roles
You are an expert in atleast one relevant programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C++, JavaScript, Go, Rust)
You are able to solveHackerRank or LeetCode Medium and Hardlevel problems independently
You have experience contributing to well-known open-source projects, including merged pull requests
You havesignificant experience using LLMs while codingand understand their strengths and failure modes
You have strong attention to detailand arecomfortable evaluating complex technical reasoning, identifying subtle bugs or logical flaws

Nice-to-Have Specialties
Prior experience with RLHF, model evaluation, or data annotation work
Track record in competitive programming
Experience reviewing code in production environments
Familiarity with multiple programming paradigms or ecosystems
Experience explaining complex technical concepts to non-expert audiences

What Success Looks Like
You identify incorrect logic, inefficiencies, edge cases, or misleading explanations in model-generated code, technical concepts, and system design discussions
Your feedback improves the correctness, robustness, and clarity of AI coding outputs
You deliver reproducible evaluation artifacts that strengthen model performance

Modeling and Simulation Technical Analyst 3
Tensley Consulting, Inc.
Annapolis Junction, MD
Remote or hybrid
Mid - Senior
$185,000/hour - $200,000/hour
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Tensley Consulting is seeking a Modeling, Simulation, and Technical Analyst (MSTA) – Level 3 to support the distributed TechSIGINT mission. The selected candidate will apply analytic methods, mathematical models, simulations, and technical assessments to evaluate foreign systems, platforms, and technologies.

This role involves developing, adapting, or applying models and simulations to characterize system performance, behavior, capabilities, limitations, and vulnerabilities. The analyst will assess model assumptions, validity, and limitations, and integrate results into broader intelligence assessments and operational decision-making.

Responsibilities

  • Apply mathematical, statistical, or physics-based models to analyze foreign systems, platforms, or technologies

  • Develop, adapt, validate, or use simulations to assess system performance, behavior, capabilities, limitations, or vulnerabilities

  • Translate real-world system behavior into analytic models or simulations suitable for intelligence analysis or mission decision support

  • Assess model assumptions, inputs, limitations, and uncertainties and evaluate their impact on analytic conclusions

  • Integrate modeling and simulation outputs with SIGINT, FISINT, ELINT, or other analytic products to support intelligence assessments

  • Develop or use analytic tools, scripts, or software supporting modeling, simulation, or technical analysis

  • Document modeling methodologies and communicate results to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Education/Expierience

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or another technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.

Twenty (20) years of experience supporting modeling and simulation technical analysis is required. Eighteen (18) years of experience may be accepted with a Master’s degree in a related technical discipline. Sixteen (16) years of experience may be accepted with a Ph.D. in a related technical discipline. Twenty-three (23) years of relevant experience may be substituted in place of a degree. Candidates must have a minimum of fourteen (14) years of experience with MVS/TRP and VS/TRP-RWB or GFP and GFP-RWB, regardless of degree.

Salary : $185,000-$200,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position, but is not guaranteed. Salary is based on experience, location and contractual requirements which could fall outside of the range listed.

, Required Skills

  • Experience performing modeling and simulation analysis supporting aerodynamic and ballistic vehicle systems
  • Ability to conduct predictive modeling analysis of target activities and perform look-angle analysis
  • Experience conducting event reconstruction (ER) using multi-source data to characterize system behavior and identify anomalies
  • Ability to analyze and report aerodynamic and ballistic vehicle events and revise target models for future analysis
  • Experience analyzing datasets to determine standard or non-standard coordinate basis of data
  • Ability to support or develop modeling methodologies and analytic procedures
  • Experience providing technical guidance, troubleshooting, and knowledge transfer to analysts or mission partners
  • Ability to produce technical documentation, memoranda, or analytic presentations
  • Minimum 14 years of experience with MVS/TRP and VS/TRP-RWB or GFP and GFP-RWB modeling tools

, Desired Skills

  • Experience with Vehicle Simulation / Trajectory Reconstruction Program (VS/TRP) and Reconstruction Workbench (RWB)
  • Experience with Generalized Filter Program (GFP) or GFP-RWB modeling tools
  • Familiarity with TRACE, System Planning Software (SPS), or TASMANIA modeling tools
  • Experience performing sensor modeling, telemetry modeling, or subsystem modeling
  • Background in ballistic trajectory modeling or interceptor-target modeling
  • Experience developing or modifying analytic models to represent physical phenomena or vehicle performance
  • Experience supporting calibration studies or validation of modeling data sources
  • Experience presenting analysis in technical memoranda, conference presentations, or mission briefings
  • Experience mentoring analysts or providing advanced modeling tradecraft guidance

, About Tensley Consulting, Inc.
About Tensley Tensley Consulting is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business focused on mission engineering in support of the United States Intelligence Community and the Department of Defense. Our team consists of System Engineers, Software Engineers, Test Engineers, and Signals Analysts performing work throughout the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS).
Equal Opportunity, Diversity Inclusion We aim to build a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We embrace inclusion and ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other personal characteristic. Benefits Include
100% paid medical coverage with HSA and company contribution
100% paid vision, dental, short-term, and long-term premium
12% 401(k) contribution (not a match)
Education and training budget
6 weeks and 3 days of PTO
And much more! Come grow with us!

Senior Research Engineer – Lithium-ion Battery and Data Center Safety
FM
Norwood, Massachusetts
Remote or hybrid
Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Description:

Established nearly two centuries ago, FM is a leading mutual insurance company whose capital, scientific research capability and engineering expertise are solely dedicated to property risk management and the resilience of its policyholder-owners. These owners, who share the belief that the majority of property loss is preventable, represent many of the world’s largest organizations, including one of every four Fortune 500 companies. They work with FM to better understand the hazards that can impact their business continuity to make cost-effective risk management decisions, combining property loss prevention with insurance protection.

FM is seeking a Senior Research Engineer to advance scientific understanding, develop testing methodologies and standards, and create engineering solutions in the field of battery safety. The ultimate goal is to support industrial property loss prevention by conducting high‑quality research focused on thermal and fire hazards associated with batteries, with a near‑term emphasis on lithium-ion systems used in data center and renewable energy applications.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and perform thermal and fire safety experiments at multiple battery scales – cell, module, unit, and high‑voltage-system levels.
  • Advance existing experimental capabilities and methods to support the development of standardized testing for hazard evaluation and protection of battery systems.
  • Analyze experimental data and prepare high-quality documentation.
  • Communicate test methods, results, and engineering recommendations to internal and external stakeholders, including collaborators, clients, and industry partners.
  • Manage all aspects of project management, including proposals, planning, execution, reporting, and engineering application.

Qualifications:

  • A Master’s degree with 3 years of experience, or a PhD degree in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a closely related field.
  • Strong understanding of existing and emerging battery technologies, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustion.
  • Hands-on experience with battery fire testing and associated experimental approaches in fire science.
  • Experience with high-voltage battery system testing, such as BESS or UPS systems, is highly desirable.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to develop effective solutions to complex technical challenges.
  • Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to productively collaborate in an interdisciplinary research environment.

The final salary offer will vary based on geographic location, individual education, skills, and experience. The position is eligible to participate in FM’s comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes an incentive plan, generous health and well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, time off allowances and much more.

FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.

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Frequently asked questions
Typically, remote Research Engineer positions require a strong background in computer science, engineering, or a related field, along with experience in research methodologies, data analysis, and proficiency in relevant programming languages or tools. Advanced degrees such as a Master's or PhD can be advantageous.
On Haystack, you can filter jobs by selecting the 'Remote' option under the location filter and choosing 'Research Engineer' as your job category. This will display all available remote research engineering positions tailored to your preferences.
Many remote Research Engineer roles are open to candidates globally, though some employers may require you to be located within certain time zones or countries due to collaboration needs or legal considerations. Job descriptions typically specify such requirements.
Remote Research Engineers often use tools like Python, MATLAB, R, TensorFlow, PyTorch, and cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure for development and experimentation. Collaboration tools like Slack, GitHub, and Zoom are also essential for remote teamwork.
To improve your chances, tailor your resume to highlight relevant research experience, remote work capabilities, and technical skills. Building a strong portfolio with publications or project examples, and actively networking in online research communities can also be highly beneficial.