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Pay

About typicalTops out at $80/hr. The typical top rate across 237 priced coding listings is $90/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 3w ago. Still listed on micro1 on Nov 6, 2026.

Where you live

Not statedThe listing names no country.

The job description

micro1 is engaging App Security Experts to contribute to a customer’s dynamic project focused on real-world application security. 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

Design and implement small, purpose-built application fixtures with embedded security vulnerabilities or secure solutions, specifically addressing OWASP LLM risks such as Sensitive Information Disclosure and Excessive Agency.
Develop deterministic test cases and security-context manifests to robustly assess application security posture.
Create detailed hidden answer keys to enable accurate AI or scanner evaluation of vulnerable versus secure code.
Evaluate and iterate on pipeline methodologies to ensure synthetic tasks and fixtures are challenging yet realistic for AppSec assessment.
Document technical insights and methodologies, ensuring clarity in written feedback and communication.
Collaborate through clear and thorough written and verbal communication to share findings and review peer contributions.
Engage with agent-based security architecture and contribute to continuous improvement of the evaluation pipeline.

Preferred Qualifications

Extensive experience (ideally 5+ years) in application security, secure software development, or CyberSWE roles.
Strong understanding of OSWE, LLM security, AI-powered static analysis (AI-SAST), and AppSec best practices.
Proven track record designing or evaluating security architecture for traditional and agent-based applications.
Expertise in building, securing, and testing application codebases, including identifying and remediating advanced vulnerabilities.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on precise technical documentation and collaborative feedback.
Experience with synthetic security fixtures and deterministic testing approaches is highly desirable.
Demonstrated ability to deliver thoughtful insights and actionable security recommendations in a remote contribution context.

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.