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Pay

Above typicalTops out at $130/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

FreshPosted 3d ago. Still listed on micro1 on Nov 6, 2026.

Where you live

Not statedThe listing names no country.

The job description

Job Type: Contractor

micro1 is looking for experienced Solar2D developers to support an AI training project. In this role, you will use Solar2D to complete real-world 2D game development tasks and explain your workflows step by step. Your expertise will help improve how AI systems understand game development.

Key Responsibilities:

Create and modify 2D games using Solar2D (Corona SDK).
Work with Lua scripting, game mechanics, animations, and UI elements.
Develop and improve player controls, physics, and collision detection.
Debug issues and optimize game performance.
Complete advanced Solar2D tasks and explain your workflows step by step.
Create clear instructions and detailed prompts for game development tasks.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Strong hands-on experience with Solar2D (Corona SDK).
Good knowledge of Lua programming and 2D game development.
Experience with game mechanics, animations, and debugging.
Access to Solar2D and ability to record your screen while completing tasks.
English proficiency at B2 level or higher.
Ability to explain technical workflows clearly.

Preferred Qualifications:

A portfolio of Solar2D or 2D game development projects.
A relevant master's degree or PhD.
Previous Human Data experience, such as data annotation, RLHF, or AI model evaluation.
Experience developing mobile games for Android or iOS.

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.