Senior Electronics Quality Engineer
$60/hr
Remote STEM contract with micro1, $60/hr, open to people in United States. Posted Sep 29.
$60/hr
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- Pay
- About typicalTops out at $60/hr. The typical top rate across 148 priced STEM listings is $70/hr.
- Getting in
- Some screening~30–45 min: profile + AI interview. Computer with webcam and mic for the AI interview.
- Steady work
- Work is patchyLong waits between tasks are common.
- Payout record
- Some delaysSchedule: twice a month. Paid via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments).
- Freshness
- RecentPosted 5w ago. Still listed on micro1 on Nov 6, 2026.
- Where you live
- Named countries onlyOpen in United States.
The job description
micro1 is engaging Senior Electronics Quality Engineers to contribute expert knowledge to a customer's project focused on advanced electronics assembly and inspection. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.
Scope of Work
- Review and evaluate PCB CAM and Gerber files for manufacturability, quality, and compliance with industry standards.
- Perform IPC 610 and IPC 620 visual inspections and provide detailed feedback on PCB assembly or wire harness builds.
- Analyze and document surface mount (SMT) and automated optical inspection (AOI) defect types, including the identification and root cause analysis of AOI false calls.
- Apply expertise in counterfeit electronic part detection aligned with AS6081 standards, delivering actionable insights for risk mitigation.
- Conduct and interpret advanced semiconductor package inspections using C-SAM and X-ray imaging, including die inspection and MIL-STD-883 compliance checks.
- Prepare concise, well-written reports and articulate findings verbally to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Collaborate with project leads to refine workflow processes and enhance training datasets for AI development.
Preferred Qualifications
- 8+ years of hands-on experience in electronics quality, CAM engineering, or failure analysis, specifically within PCB assembly, wire harness, or semiconductor packaging domains.
- Extensive expertise in IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 inspection criteria; IPC CIS/CIT certification strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience reviewing Gerber data and utilizing PCB CAM software for manufacturability and quality assurance.
- Proficiency in SMT processes, AOI defect analysis, and remediation of false calls in automated inspection systems.
- Direct involvement in counterfeit component screening per AS6081, with knowledge of risk indicators and mitigation strategies.
- Hands-on skills with semiconductor inspection tools such as C-SAM and X-ray, alongside familiarity with MIL-STD-883 procedures.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, ensuring clarity in documentation and knowledge transfer.
How do you apply to micro1?
Apply on micro1
The Apply button opens this post on micro1's own site. You apply with them, not with Rubric. Budget about 30–45 min: profile + AI interview.
Get through screening
What micro1 asks for after you apply:
- Do the AI interview with Zara on a computer (not a phone)
- Take any skill assessment and verify your identity
- Wait to be matched to a project and sign the contract
Start work and get paid
Pay schedule: twice a month. Paid via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments). You're paid for the work they hand out, not a fixed salary.
micro1 also needs
- Computer with webcam and mic for the AI interview
- Relevant degree or work history for expert roles
Red flags
- Red flagWeeks of silence after the AI interview
- Red flagContracts signed but no onboarding or tasks
- Red flagProjects ending or changing scope without notice
What is micro1 like to work for?
Recruiting company that vets experts with an AI interviewer (Zara) and staffs them on contract AI-training and evaluation projects for AI labs.
| Advertised pay | $15–135/hr |
|---|---|
| Getting in | Some screening |
| Application takes | ~30–45 min: profile + AI interview |
| How you get paid | Twice a month, via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments) |
| Payout record | Some delays |
| Countries | Recruits globally with heavy hiring in South Asia, Southeast Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe; India-based applicants are eligible for many roles. |
Generalist and annotation roles start around $15–30/hr; coding, STEM and law/medicine roles commonly list $40–90/hr and occasionally more.
