Opportunity Overview
Handshake is looking for skilled **Qucs-S **users to support AI research through flexible, hourly contract work. This is not a traditional job. You'll draw on your hands-on experience with RF circuit simulation, microwave design, or analog circuit analysis to evaluate AI-generated content and provide feedback that helps AI better understand RF and microwave engineering tasks and simulation workflows.
This is an ongoing, project-based opportunity you can take on alongside anything else you have going on.
Who This Is For
This is a good fit if you're an experienced Qucs-S user who has worked in or around roles like:
- RF Engineer or Microwave Engineer
- Analog Design Engineer or Electronics Researcher
- PCB Designer or Circuit Design Engineer
You should have solid experience with one or more of the following:
- RF, analog, or microwave circuit simulation using Qucs-S or Ngspice
- Schematic capture, signal analysis, or mixed-signal design workflows
- Annotating or labeling circuit schematics and simulation outputs
- Reviewing simulation results for accuracy, performance, or design consistency
What You'll Do
You'll use your experience with Qucs-S to create tool-related questions and review AI-generated responses for accuracy and relevance to real-world RF and microwave circuit design workflows.
No prior AI or technical experience is required.
Qualifications
We're looking for people who have:
- At least 1 year of hands-on experience with Qucs-S, whether through professional work or freelance projects
- A working knowledge of RF and microwave circuit design concepts and simulation workflows
- Familiarity with tools or languages such as Python, C, or MATLAB is a plus
- Strong written communication skills and attention to detail
- The ability to work independently and follow written guidelines
Application Process
- Create a Handshake account
- Upload your resume and submit your portfolio
- Verify your identity
- Get matched and onboarded into relevant projects
- Start working and earning
Work Model and Project Details
- Status: Independent contractor (not a full-time employee role)
- Location: Fully remote; work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection and access to a desktop or laptop computer
- Schedule: Flexible and asynchronous, with no minimum hour requirement. Many contributors work approximately 5–20 hours per week when assigned to an active project
- Duration: The Handshake AI program runs year-round, with projects opening periodically across different areas of expertise. Placement depends on current project needs, with opportunities to be considered for future projects as they become available
Work Authorization
Must be currently residing in the United States. F-1 students who are eligible for CPT or OPT may be eligible for projects on Handshake AI. Work with your Designated School Official to determine your eligibility. If your school requires a CPT course, Handshake AI may not meet your school's requirements. STEM OPT is not supported. See our Help Center article for more information on what types of work authorizations are supported on Handshake AI.