Software Engineer (Scientific and Analytical) - Remote
Posted Today by North Star Staffing
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
EMEA
Summary: The role of Scientific & Analytical Software Expert involves supporting an AI data collection initiative by providing expert-level screen recordings and structured annotations of software usage. The position requires precision and adherence to guidelines to produce high-fidelity datasets that reflect real workflows. This is a fully remote contract position with flexible scheduling. Candidates must have strong experience with analytical tools and the ability to work independently under deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Record screen sessions demonstrating domain-specific tasks with clear verbal narration
- Follow staging instructions to configure specific UI states
- Use a custom capture tool to ensure accurate and consistent workflow documentation
- Annotate professional software screenshots
- Draw precise bounding boxes around relevant UI elements
- Ensure alignment with task specifications and quality standards
- Adhere strictly to guidelines for consistency and usability
- Deliver high-quality outputs suitable for large-scale AI research
- Complete tasks efficiently while maintaining expert-level accuracy
Key Skills:
- Strong professional experience using analytical tools such as MATLAB, Origin, Stata, EViews
- High attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions
- Comfortable working independently under deadlines
- Access to a physical Mac (ability to create a fresh macOS user profile if required)
- Experience with annotation, QA, or workflow documentation (preferred)
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: undetermined
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Title: Scientific & Analytical Software Expert – AI Data Collection
Location: Remote
Category: Software / Data Science / AI Research
Employment Type: Contract (Independent Contractor)
Compensation: $0–$100 per hour
Role
One of our clients is hiring experienced scientific and analytical software professionals to support a high-priority AI data collection initiative. This project focuses on improving how AI systems understand complex software interfaces and real-world multi-step workflows.
About the Role
You will contribute expert-level screen recordings and structured annotations that reflect authentic professional software usage. The goal is to produce high-fidelity datasets that capture real workflows across advanced analytical tools. This role requires precision, clarity, and adherence to structured task guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Screen Recording & Workflow Capture
- Record screen sessions demonstrating domain-specific tasks with clear verbal narration
- Follow staging instructions to configure specific UI states
- Use a custom capture tool to ensure accurate and consistent workflow documentation
- Annotation & Interface Mapping
- Annotate professional software screenshots
- Draw precise bounding boxes around relevant UI elements
- Ensure alignment with task specifications and quality standards
- Quality & Data Integrity
- Adhere strictly to guidelines for consistency and usability
- Deliver high-quality outputs suitable for large-scale AI research
- Complete tasks efficiently while maintaining expert-level accuracy
Ideal Qualifications
- Strong professional experience using analytical tools such as: MATLAB, Origin, Stata, EViews
- High attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions
- Comfortable working independently under deadlines
- Access to a physical Mac (ability to create a fresh macOS user profile if required)
- Experience with annotation, QA, or workflow documentation (preferred)
More About the Opportunity
- Fully remote with flexible scheduling
- Independent contractor engagement
- Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise
- Projects may be extended or concluded based on performance and needs
- No H1-B or STEM OPT sponsorship available
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