Data Scientist
@ Crossing Hurdles

Hybrid
$31,200
Hybrid
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Posted 21 days ago

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About Data Scientist

Crossing Hurdles is a recruitment firm that refers top candidates to our partners working with the world’s leading AI research labs to help build and train cutting-edge AI models.

Position Details

Role: Expert Data ScientistType: Hourly ContractCompensation: $100 per hourLocation: RemoteDuration: Approximately 2 monthsCommitment: 15 hours per week, fully asynchronous

Role Responsibilities

  • Analyze large structured datasets provided by partner organizations to support AI model development.
  • Design reasoning-based analytics questions requiring multi-step problem-solving and data interpretation.
  • Write and validate Snowflake SQL queries using tools like DuckDB, pandas, or Python notebooks.
  • Produce clear, human-readable explanations articulating analytical reasoning and insights.
  • Format deliverables into structured JSON outputs with question, query, and answer components.
  • Ensure output consistency and quality through collaboration with peers and reviewers.

Ideal Qualifications

  • Strong experience in data analytics, data science, or a related quantitative field.
  • Proficiency in SQL and Python with experience in DuckDB or pandas.
  • Excellent data exploration, statistical reasoning, and business intelligence skills.
  • Experience using analytical tools like iPython, Jupyter Notebooks, and GitHub.
  • Excellent written communication skills to clearly explain complex reasoning.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related discipline; advanced degree preferred.

Application Process

  • Upload your resume.
  • Complete a 15-minute AI interview based on your resume.
  • Submit the application form.

Key skills/competency

  • Data Analytics
  • Data Science
  • SQL
  • Python
  • DuckDB
  • pandas
  • AI Models
  • Jupyter Notebooks
  • JSON Formatting
  • Analytical Reasoning
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How to Get Hired at Crossing Hurdles

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Crossing Hurdles: Understand their partner labs and recruitment approach.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight SQL, Python, and analytics skills.
  • Showcase relevant experience: Detail data exploration and reasoning projects.
  • Prepare for the AI interview: Practice explaining analytical insights.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review SQL query optimization techniques.
Practice Python data processing exercises.
Brush up on analytical libraries like pandas.
Refresh skills with Jupyter Notebook projects.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging data project handled.
Explain your teamwork in remote settings.
How do you handle critical feedback?
Discuss time management during tight deadlines.

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