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AI Trainer (SWE)

Micro1

AI Expert - Software Engineering Contractor
Remote (Global) $60 – $120/hr November 9, 2026

Job description

Pay: $60–$120/hour equivalent, paid per accepted task

Location: Global, fully remote

Job Type: Contractor

Time Commitment: 15+ hours per week

Schedule: Flexible

micro1 is looking for Software Engineers with prior professional AI-training or model-evaluation experience to support a project focused on improving advanced AI systems.

You will use your software engineering expertise to create challenging technical tasks, evaluate model-generated code, identify failures, and establish objective standards for correct solutions. This role is intended for candidates who have already completed substantive AI-training work.

What You’ll Work On

  1. Create realistic software engineering tasks that challenge advanced AI models.
  2. Develop task instructions, reproducible environments, reference solutions, tests, and evaluation criteria.
  3. Evaluate model-generated code and technical deliverables for correctness, robustness, and completeness.
  4. Identify issues involving implementation, debugging, dependencies, performance, testing, or reproducibility.

Required Qualifications

  1. Prior paid experience training, evaluating, benchmarking, or improving AI systems.
  2. Strong practical proficiency with Python.
  3. Professional experience with at least one additional programming language, such as Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Rust, C++, C#, or Go.
  4. Strong knowledge of software design, debugging, testing, version control, and dependency management.

Public Proof of Skill

Strong applicants should provide evidence such as:

  1. Substantial GitHub or GitLab repositories
  2. Meaningful open-source contributions
  3. Maintainer or core-contributor responsibilities
  4. Codeforces, ICPC, Olympiad, or other programming-competition results
  5. Public developer tools, libraries, systems, or technical projects
  6. Technical publications, benchmarks, or engineering write-ups

Preferred Qualifications

  1. Experience creating AI-training tasks, reference solutions, tests, graders, or benchmark problems.
  2. Experience reviewing other AI trainers’ technical submissions.
  3. Codeforces rating of approximately 1900 or higher, or strong results in another programming competition.
  4. Experience with Linux, Docker, CI/CD, command-line tools, or sandboxed environments.
  5. Prior experience with long-horizon or agentic coding evaluations.
  6. Availability to begin immediately.

Application Process

  1. Submit your application, AI-training experience, and public technical evidence.
  2. Complete an AI interview containing technical and integrity checks.
  3. Complete a hiring-manager review.
  4. If selected, complete project onboarding and begin your first assigned task.

Compensation

  1. Compensation is output-based. Experts are paid for tasks that meet project specifications and quality requirements. Task availability and completion time may vary.
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Is Micro1 legitimate?
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Does Micro1 offer remote work?
Yes, Micro1 offers remote work opportunities. Most tasks and positions can be completed from anywhere with a reliable internet connection and a computer or smartphone. Specific location requirements may vary by project or role, so check individual listings for details.
How does Micro1 pay its workers?
Payment methods and schedules vary. Common payment options include PayPal, bank transfers, Payoneer, and other digital payment platforms. Visit Micro1's official website or check their payment/FAQ section for specific details about payment methods, minimum thresholds, and payout schedules.
What skills do I need to work with Micro1?
Required skills vary by role and project. Generally, you'll need a reliable internet connection, basic computer literacy, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills. Some positions may require specialized expertise, language proficiency, or technical qualifications. Check individual job listings for specific requirements.
What makes Micro1 different from other platforms?
Micro1 uses AI-powered vetting to screen engineers and match them with top companies. The platform focuses on connecting pre-vetted software engineers with startups and tech companies, streamlining the hiring process and ensuring quality matches through automated technical assessments.
What programming skills are most in demand on Micro1?
In-demand skills include Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Node.js, and experience with AI/ML frameworks. Full-stack development skills, cloud platforms (AWS, GCP), and experience building scalable applications are highly valued. The platform also looks for AI and data engineering expertise.
How quickly can I get matched with a job on Micro1?
Micro1's AI-driven matching process can connect qualified engineers with roles within days of completing the vetting process. The speed depends on your skill set alignment with available positions and market demand for your expertise.
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