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micro1 review 2026: pay, how to get in, and is it legit?
Legit, paysDon't plan your rent around it: work is irregular.
micro1 is a recruiting company that vets experts with an AI interviewer (Zara) and staffs them on contract AI-training and evaluation projects for AI labs. The typical top rate on its live listings is $90/hr; the platform says $15–135/hr. It's legit and suits software engineers, as well as STEM and domain experts.
Is micro1 hiring right now?
Yes. Rubric lists 347 open micro1 jobs, newest posted Nov 5, 2026. For India: 2 open roles name India and 40 are open worldwide; 211 more don't name a country.
Newest micro1 jobs
Filter micro1 jobs by country, field or pay$139–140/hr
The job
micro1 is recruiting sibling pairs or groups to participate in a paid photo data collection project supporting the development and evaluation of artificial intelligence (AI) systems.
Score 67/100: pay 32/40, recency 18.6/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
$55–120/hr
Expert level: most of these want a degree, a licence or years of work in the field.
The job
micro1 is looking for experienced Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) professionals with expertise in SysML v1 and exposure to SysML v2, or demonstrated hands-on experience with SysML v2 modeling, to support a customer project focused on AI training and evaluation.
Score 62/100: pay 27.4/40, recency 18.6/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Professional experience in systems engineering, with hands-on expertise in SysML v1 and some exposure to SysML v2, or demonstrated experience with SysML v2 modeling.
- Ability to interpret engineering requirements and translate them into technically accurate system models.
- Understanding of model-based systems engineering principles, requirements traceability, and system architecture.
Apply on micro1 for MBSE Engineer – SysML v2 on micro1 (opens in a new tab)
$70–100/hr
Expert level: most of these want a degree, a licence or years of work in the field.
The job
You’ll need: A public GitHub profile with substantial, verifiable contributions
Score 57/100: pay 22.9/40, recency 18.6/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Design multi-step coding tasks grounded in visual material: screenshots, UI mockups, diagrams, or screen recordings of real workflows.
- Specify which code and artifacts the task involves, and what the expected behavior is.
- Define objective success criteria — how someone would verify the task was completed correctly, not just plausibly.
Apply on micro1 for Frontend / UI Engineer on micro1 (opens in a new tab)
$21–35/hr
Expert level: most of these want a degree, a licence or years of work in the field.
The job
micro1 is looking for US Based AI Image Specialists to help train the next generation of AI image models for a valued customer.
Score 43/100: pay 8/40, recency 18.6/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Proven background in graphic design, photography, or related visual arts disciplines.
- Strong skills in photo editing, retouching, and digital image enhancement.
- Experience with AI image evaluation, image annotation, or comparable tasks is advantageous.
Apply on micro1 for AI Image Specialist (US Based) on micro1 (opens in a new tab)
$21–35/hr
The job
micro1 is engaging Digital Artists to contribute their creative and technical expertise to a unique project focused on evaluating and enhancing AI-generated images.
Score 43/100: pay 8/40, recency 18.6/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Located in the United States, with valid authorization to contract within the country.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in digital art, retouching, compositing, 3D rendering, graphic design, color grading, or photography, with a portfolio of original works.
- Proficiency in image editing and creation tools such as Photoshop, Lightroom, Procreate, Blender, or similar platforms.
Apply on micro1 for Digital Designer on micro1 (opens in a new tab)
$12–17/hr
The job
動画撮影、デバイスのセットアップと操作、細部への注意力、手先の器用さ、複雑な指示に従う力、継続的な改善、文章でのコミュニケーション、口頭でのコミュニケーション、フィードバックの反映、反復作業への忍耐力
Score 38/100: pay 3.9/40, recency 18.6/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
Pay not listed
The job
micro1 is recruiting participants for a paid photo data collection project supporting the development and evaluation of artificial intelligence (AI) systems.
Score 23/100: pay 0/40, recency 18.6/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
Pay not listed
The job
micro1 is recruiting sets of twins to participate in a paid photo data collection project supporting the development and evaluation of artificial intelligence (AI) systems.
Score 23/100: pay 0/40, recency 18.6/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
$40–100/hr
Expert level: most of these want a degree, a licence or years of work in the field.
The job
micro1 is engaging Senior Protection Engineer (Medium Voltage / Utility Distribution) experts to contribute their technical expertise to a customer's project in the utility distribution sector.
Score 49/100: pay 16/40, recency 17.1/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience in medium-voltage (2.4kV–38kV) protection engineering within U.S. utility distribution or industrial settings.
- Strong background in protective relaying, relay settings, power system analysis, and device coordination.
- Proficiency with SEL, GE, or standard microprocessor relays and associated software.
$40–100/hr
Expert level: most of these want a degree, a licence or years of work in the field.
The job
micro1 is engaging Materials Scientists (Nanoparticle Sizing & Lot Release) to contribute specialized expertise to a customer’s project focused on advanced nanomaterial evaluation.
Score 49/100: pay 16/40, recency 17.1/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Advanced knowledge of nanomaterial characterization, especially using TEM and SEM
- Demonstrated hands-on experience in nanoparticle sizing, particle size distribution analysis, and lot release evaluation
- Proficiency with manual image analysis, including thresholding, calibration, and interpretation of complex morphologies
$50–100/hr
Expert level: most of these want a degree, a licence or years of work in the field.
The job
micro1 is looking for experienced Military Training and Readiness Advisors with backgrounds in military training, operational readiness, doctrine development, or defense education to support customer projects focused on AI training and evaluation.
Score 49/100: pay 16/40, recency 17.1/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Professional experience in military training, operational readiness assessment, doctrine development, or military education within a defense organization.
- Strong understanding of military training processes, readiness standards, and operational preparedness.
- Experience evaluating training effectiveness, military capabilities, or unit readiness.
Apply on micro1 for Military Training and Readiness Advisor on micro1 (opens in a new tab)
$50–100/hr
Expert level: most of these want a degree, a licence or years of work in the field.
The job
micro1 is looking for experienced Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) professionals with backgrounds in the National Security Agency (NSA), military intelligence, or allied government intelligence organizations to support customer projects focused on AI training and evaluation.
Score 49/100: pay 16/40, recency 17.1/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Professional experience in government or military Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) operations, collection, or analysis.
- Strong understanding of SIGINT methodologies, intelligence workflows, and analytical practices.
- Ability to assess complex intelligence scenarios and communicate findings clearly.
Apply on micro1 for NSA / Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) Expert on micro1 (opens in a new tab)
$50–100/hr
Expert level: most of these want a degree, a licence or years of work in the field.
The job
micro1 is looking for experienced Special Operations and Irregular Warfare professionals with backgrounds in the US military, Special Operations Forces (SOF), or allied defense organizations to support customer projects focused on AI training and evaluation.
Score 49/100: pay 16/40, recency 17.1/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Professional experience in Special Operations Forces, irregular warfare, or special operations planning within military or defense organizations.
- Strong understanding of unconventional warfare, special operations missions, and operational planning.
- Experience applying tactical or operational judgment in military environments.
Apply on micro1 for Irregular Warfare Expert on micro1 (opens in a new tab)
$50–100/hr
Expert level: most of these want a degree, a licence or years of work in the field.
The job
micro1 is looking for experienced Geopolitical Risk Advisors with backgrounds in foreign policy, national security, international relations, or strategic risk assessment to support customer projects focused on AI training and evaluation.
Score 49/100: pay 16/40, recency 17.1/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Significant professional experience in geopolitical risk analysis, foreign policy, national security strategy, or international security.
- Strong understanding of geopolitical developments, international relations, and strategic risk assessment.
- Experience evaluating complex political or security situations and providing strategic recommendations.
Apply on micro1 for Geopolitical Risk Advisor on micro1 (opens in a new tab)
$50–100/hr
Expert level: most of these want a degree, a licence or years of work in the field.
The job
micro1 is looking for experienced National Security Technology Experts with backgrounds in government, defense, or national security science and technology programs to support customer projects focused on AI training and evaluation.
Score 56/100: pay 22.9/40, recency 17.1/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Significant professional experience in government or defense science and technology programs, national security systems, or advanced technical operations.
- Strong understanding of technology development, technical program management, or complex defense systems.
- Experience evaluating technical information and applying sound analytical judgment.
Apply on micro1 for National Security Technology Expert on micro1 (opens in a new tab)
$60–90/hr
Expert level: most of these want a degree, a licence or years of work in the field.
The job
micro1 is engaging Federal HR Specialist (Employee & Labor Relations) experts to support an innovative AI evaluation project for a government-focused customer.
Score 49/100: pay 16/40, recency 17.1/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Current or former federal HR experience at the GS-0201 or GS-0260 series, or equivalent level in government service.
- Extensive, practical knowledge of Title 5 HR matters, including employee relations, labor relations, classification, or workforce restructuring.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly and concisely.
$60–80/hr
Expert level: most of these want a degree, a licence or years of work in the field.
The job
micro1 is engaging Federal Management & Program Analysts to contribute their subject-matter expertise to a customer-driven AI evaluation project focused on the intricacies of federal program management and policy analysis. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems.
Score 51/100: pay 18.3/40, recency 17.1/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Current or prior experience in federal program, policy, or operational planning (such as OPM series GS-0343, GS-0301, or equivalent roles).
- Demonstrated expertise in writing decision memos, program evaluations, briefings, or after-action reports for senior leaders.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and clarity.
Apply on micro1 for Federal Management & Program Analyst on micro1 (opens in a new tab)
$60–80/hr
Expert level: most of these want a degree, a licence or years of work in the field.
The job
micro1 is seeking experienced Federal Contract Specialists to contribute their federal acquisition expertise to a customer project focused on AI evaluation.
Score 49/100: pay 16/40, recency 17.1/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Current or previous professional experience in federal contracting, including OPM series GS-1102 or equivalent federal acquisition experience.
- Strong understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the federal acquisition lifecycle, including pre-award and post-award activities.
- Ability to apply federal contracting knowledge to realistic acquisition scenarios and explain decisions clearly.
Apply on micro1 for Federal Contract Specialist on micro1 (opens in a new tab)
$50–75/hr
Expert level: most of these want a degree, a licence or years of work in the field.
The job
micro1 is engaging Enrolled Agents and CPAs who actively prepare individual returns to participate in a project supporting a customer.
Score 50/100: pay 17.1/40, recency 17.1/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Active EA or CPA who currently prepares individual (1040) returns.
- 3+ tax seasons on complex returns (Schedule C, K-1s, investments, credits), not mainly W-2 returns.
- Fluency in TY2025 rules.
$65–75/hr
Expert level: most of these want a degree, a licence or years of work in the field.
The job
micro1 is engaging Federal Auditor, Performance / Financial (OIG/GAO)s to contribute expertise to a federally focused AI evaluation project.
Score 50/100: pay 17.1/40, recency 17.1/20, payouts 7.5/15, steady work 2.5/10, who can apply 6/10. How we score
What they ask for
- Current or former federal audit or oversight experience (e.g., OIG, GAO, agency audit function; OPM series GS-0511 or equivalent).
- Proven hands-on experience with government auditing standards, performance audits, financial audits, or corrective action follow-up.
- Comfort developing and reviewing compelling, accurate audit scenarios and model answers.
Live numbers from Rubric's job list, refreshed Nov 6, 2026. Year-old posts are listed on the jobs page but not counted.
How much does micro1 pay?
Across 339 current micro1 listings that show an hourly rate, the typical top rate is $90/hr (half offer that or more). The middle half top out between $63/hr and $120/hr; the lowest top rate on a listing is $6/hr and the highest is $400/hr.
| Typical top rate | $90/hr |
|---|---|
| Middle half of top rates | $63/hr to $120/hr |
| Lowest top rate | $6/hr |
| Highest top rate | $400/hr |
| Platform saysSome live listings fall outside it. | $15–135/hr |
What could you make a month on micro1?
At $90/hr, the typical top rate. Change it to the rate on your listing or offer. Paid hours depend on how much work the project has.
Pay by kind of work
| Work | Open roles | Typical top rate |
|---|---|---|
| Law | 55 | $155/hr |
| STEM | 41 | $120/hr |
| Medicine | 25 | $112/hr |
| Images | 29 | $105/hr |
| Coding | 41 | $100/hr |
| Science | 12 | $95/hr |
| Finance | 32 | $90/hr |
| Writing | 28 | $75/hr |
| Generalist | 38 | $70/hr |
| Audio | 15 | $65/hr |
| Languages | 20 | $65/hr |
| Video | 9 | $21/hr |
Only kinds of work with 3 or more priced listings are shown.
How micro1 scores
Checked
- Payadvertised range
- $15–135/hrLive listings pay up to $400/hr
- Generalist and annotation roles start around $15–30/hr; coding, STEM and law/medicine roles commonly list $40–90/hr and occasionally more.
- Getting in
- Some screening
- ~30–45 min: profile + AI interview. Computer with webcam and mic for the AI interview.
- Steady work
- Work is patchy
- Long waits between tasks are common.
- Payout record
- Some delays
- Twice a month payouts via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments).
Ratings come from the platform's own terms, worker reports on Reddit and the sources at the end of this page. How we grade.
How do you get accepted on micro1?
Plan for ~30–45 min: profile + AI interview. Here's the process, in order:
- Sign up and upload your resume
- Apply to a specific opportunity
- 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
What you need before you start
- Computer with webcam and mic for the AI interview
- Relevant degree or work history for expert roles
How and when does micro1 pay you?
micro1 pays twice a month via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments). Some workers report delays.
- Schedule
- Twice a month
- Method
- micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments)
- Payout record
- Some delays
Is micro1 legit?
micro1 is a real platform that pays, and it's worth applying to for software engineers, STEM and domain experts, or applicants outside the US. Don't plan your rent around it: work is irregular. Read the red flags below before you sign anything.
Red flags (3)
- Red flagWeeks of silence after the AI interview
- Red flagContracts signed but no onboarding or tasks
- Red flagProjects ending or changing scope without notice
Good
- Open to most countries
- Fixed twice-monthly payout schedule
- Expert roles pay well relative to local rates outside the US
Watch out for
- Passing the interview only puts you in a pool
- Support replies can take days
- Some assessments are unpaid
Who it suits
- Software engineers
- STEM and domain experts
- Applicants outside the US
Not for
- Anyone who needs guaranteed hours every week
- Anyone looking for a salaried job with benefits: this is contract work
micro1 FAQ
Can you work on micro1 from India?
Yes. Recruits globally with heavy hiring in South Asia, Southeast Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe; India-based applicants are eligible for many roles.
Is micro1 hiring right now?
Yes. Rubric lists 347 open micro1 jobs, newest posted Nov 5, 2026. For India: 2 open roles name India and 40 are open worldwide; 211 more don't name a country.
Does micro1 have a referral program?
Expert referral bonuses of up to $3,000 per successful hire, released once the referral logs 10 paid hours; amounts vary by role and are paid to your micro1 wallet. Payout timing is at micro1's discretion.
The Apply link on this page is our referral link. It costs you nothing and doesn't change your pay. Disclosure.
How long does it take to apply to micro1?
About 30–45 min: profile + AI interview.
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Sources
- micro1.ai/experts/support-program
- micro1.ai/affiliate-program
- remotestack.in/blog/micro1-ai-review-2026
- glassdoor.com/Reviews/Employee-Review-Micro1-E7558526-RVW101687361.htm
- indeed.com/cmp/Micro1/salaries/Trainer
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Where micro1's top rates sit
339 priced listings open now, by the top of each range.