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Python Engineer – Scientific Computing | Remote

Python Engineer – Scientific Computing | Remote

Remote

United states

$ 120 /hour

Freelance

16-03-2026

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Skills

Python Research git Numpy Matplotlib Mathematics

Job Specifications

Position: STEM Python Experts (Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

Type: Hourly contract

Compensation: $70-$90 per hour

Location: Remote

Commitment: Part-time (15–25 hours/week, with flexibility up to 80 hours/week)

Role Responsibilities

Identify and analyze high-impact research papers in Physics, Chemistry, Math, or Science that introduce novel, code-implementable methods
Break down high-level scientific problems into logical, independently testable subproblems
Develop "Gold Standard" Python solutions for each subproblem and create corresponding unit tests to verify accuracy
Review peer prompts, golden solutions, and unit tests for accuracy, comprehensiveness, and difficulty

Requirements

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in a STEM field such as Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biochemistry, or related Computational Sciences
Strong experience in Python with scientific computing libraries such as NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib, JAX, or domain-specific packages like RDKit or OpenMM
Ability to translate academic research into clear, structured technical problem statements
Proficiency with Git, including branch management and pull request workflows
Familiarity with testing frameworks such as pytest and the ability to write validation scripts for mathematical or scientific code

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About the Company

At Crossing Hurdles, we specialise in customised recruitment and staffing solutions designed to drive success for businesses and professionals. Our focus is on connecting organisations with top-tier talent by sourcing, screening, and presenting only the top 1% of candidates across a wide range of industries. We work closely with clients to understand their unique needs, ensuring that we find candidates who not only fit the role but also align with their organizational culture. Over the past few quarters, we've successfully p... Know more