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Data Platform Engineer

  • Software Engineering
  • Platform: Alignerr
  • Level: Expert

$50-75/hrAs published by the platform.

About this job

A senior Python engineer will design and optimize high-performance data pipelines, annotation tooling, and evaluation systems for AI model training at scale. This fully remote contract role requires building full-stack infrastructure that processes large datasets and supports research workflows across distributed teams.

What you'll do

  • Design and build high-performance Python systems for AI data pipelines and evaluation workflows.
  • Develop full-stack tooling and backend services for large-scale data annotation, validation, and quality control.
  • Identify bottlenecks in data and system behavior, then implement scalable production-ready fixes.
  • Collaborate with data, research, and engineering teams to support model training and evaluation workflows.

Requirements

Python
  • 5+ years of experience

Pay

$50-75/hr

Pay as published by the platform. It is not a guarantee of income or hours.

Location

The platform has not published which countries are eligible for this job.

How to apply

You apply on Alignerr, Labelbox's expert network: create a profile, complete an AI-led interview and skills assessment, then get matched to projects in your field.

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Source

Official posting: https://www.alignerr.com/jobs/18283fc8-94c9-4096-822b-33f314768aa7

Last checked on October 8, 2026.

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