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Pay

Below typicalTops out at $40/hr. The typical top rate across 145 priced finance listings is $100/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 4w ago. Still listed on micro1 on Nov 6, 2026.

Where you live

Not statedThe listing names no country.

The job description

micro1 is engaging Financial Experts to participate in a customer-facing project focused on the evaluation and enhancement of AI agents within financial domains. 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

Develop realistic, multi-step finance and business process prompts that mirror actual industry workflows.
Create detailed, objective rubrics to assess the quality, accuracy, and completeness of AI-generated outputs.
Review and evaluate AI agent responses using your rubrics, providing structured, actionable feedback.
Leverage Microsoft 365 applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) to design and review tasks reflective of modern financial practices.
Ensure all assessments and feedback are documented with clarity and precision in written English.
Collaborate asynchronously with project coordinators to align on deliverable standards and expectations.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional background in finance, accounting, FP&A, banking, consulting, or related fields.
Strong expertise with Microsoft 365 tools, especially Excel, for analytical and documentation purposes.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts clearly.
Demonstrated attention to detail and consistency in following comprehensive evaluation guidelines.
Ability to independently produce objective, structured assessments against well-defined criteria.
Nice to have: experience in rubric development, data annotation, or AI model evaluation projects.

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.