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Competitive Coder

micro1

LocationRemote
SeniorityExpert
Companymicro1
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Compensation

$94k-$135k

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flexible

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What this posting tells you

Remote contract role creating competitive programming problems, reference solutions, test suites, and checkers to train AI systems. Work is paid per accepted task; the listing does not specify a compensation amount. Requires at least 15 hours per week and a minimum number of weekly submissions.

Role lane

Customer success, Design and creative, Medical billing, Product, QA and testing

Where you can work

Eligible countries are not stated.

Working hours

Timezone overlap is not stated.

Arrangement

Expert · Contract

Required signals
Competitive programmingAdvanced C++Designing and implementing checkersAnalyzing complex programming problems and constraintsStrong written and verbal communicationAttention to detail
Preferred signals
Problem setting, testing, or checker experience on major competitive programming platforms
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Skills and signals
Competitive programmingAdvanced C++Designing and implementing checkersAnalyzing complex programming problems and constraintsStrong written and verbal communicationAttention to detailProblem setting, testing, or checker experience on major competitive programming platformsRemote
Job description

Competitive Coder at micro1

Job Title: Competitive Coder

Job Type: Contractor (15hrs+ a week)

Location: Remote

Job Summary: In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

As an expert you will be creating Reinforcement Learning Environments which test an AI model’s ability to solve complex competitive programming problems. You will be tasked with creating a unique custom problem absent from all existing online judges, creating a reference solution and creating a robust test suite.

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement checkers for competitive programming problems with multiple valid outputs, ensuring accuracy and robustness.

Evaluate and validate participant submissions against complex problem statements sourced from platforms like Codeforces.

Collaborate with the customer's team to fine-tune problem requirements and clarify ambiguous scenarios.

Develop clear, maintainable code in C++ to assess diverse outputs and edge cases efficiently.

Document checker logic and communicate intricacies or edge cases in both written and verbal form.

Provide feedback to problem setters and reviewers on potential improvements to test cases and checkers.

Stay updated with evolving competitive programming standards and incorporate best practices into checker development.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Expertise in competitive programming and coding problem analysis.

Advanced proficiency in C++ for implementing robust checker solutions.

Strong analytical abilities to interpret complex problem constraints and multiple solution paths.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to articulate technical details clearly.

Meticulous attention to detail in code validation and output consistency.

Experience working independently in a remote, collaborative environment.

Commitment to producing high-quality, well-documented code under tight deadlines.

Preferred qualifications

Prior experience as a problem setter, tester, or checker on major competitive programming platforms.

Compensation Structure

Compensation is output-based; experts are paid per task that meets the project specifications. The time required to complete work may vary depending on the expert’s experience and workflow. Minimum submission requirements apply. Experts must submit a minimum of tasks per week.

Start Timeline & Availability

We typically fill roles within 48 hours and are looking for experts ready to jump in right away. If selected, we expect you to start your first tasks within 24–48 hours of completing onboarding.

Company context

Working remotely at micro1

micro1 builds human-expertise data and evaluation infrastructure for AI models and agents. It recruits core-team employees and domain experts for AI training projects.

Headquarters
San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States
Founded
2022
Remote policy

Expert opportunities are remote and can be flexible. International applicants are considered, subject to country exclusions and each project's requirements. Core-team work arrangements vary by opening; check the individual posting.

Application process

Apply through the official posting. Expert applicants complete an AI interview and skills certification, followed by project selection and onboarding. Certification does not guarantee a project or immediate work.

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