3104 Scientific Software Developer jobs in Chicago,IL

Up to USD $15 per hour, paid weekly

Earn up to USD $15 per hour

On average, contributors earn an additional 7.5% through Missions — Outlier's version of surge pricing. The top quartile boosts their earnings by an average of 11%.

Payments are processed weekly on Tuesdays, covering tasks completed during the previous pay period (Tuesday to Monday at midnight UTC), via PayPal, AirTM, or ACH transfer.

Rates vary based on expertise, skills assessment, location, project need, and other factors. For example, higher rates may be offered to PhDs. For non-core work, such as during initial project onboarding or project overtime phases, lower rates apply. Additional incentives data is based on payments made in the past six months and is updated quarterly. Certain projects offer incentive payments. Please review the payment terms for each project.

Free access to leading LLMs, worth $200+/month

Flexible, no minimum hours

Set your own schedule, whether that's five or 40+ hours per week.

A valid ID and mobile phone from your country of residence

An up-to-date resume that highlights your expertise

A LinkedIn profile showing your educational background and work experience

Currently accepting applicants from: Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, and United States.

You must be authorized to work in your country of residence.

Fluent English speaker

Experience writing short, evidence-based explanations or reviews

Pursuing or holding a Bachelor's degree or above