Micro1
Domain expert network for AI labs and Fortune 500 companies
Verified UK pay range
£12–£155/hr
At a glance
Typical UK pay: £12–£155/hr. UK eligible: Yes, Open to UK contributors; fully remote. Pay is in USD via wire transfer or locally available payment methods.. Pays via Biweekly in USD via wire transfer or locally available payment methods. Rates verified 13 September 2026.
Overview
Micro1 is an AI training company that connects domain experts with top AI labs and Fortune 500 companies to help train next-generation AI models. It stands out for the breadth of specialist roles on offer, from general annotation through to frontier expert and PhD-level work, and for its skill-based AI interview onboarding process. UK contributors are accepted, though pay is in USD and the interview gate is selective.
How it works for UK contributors
You apply through the Micro1 Opportunities Portal and complete a skill-based interview with Zara, Micro1's AI interviewer. If successful, you verify your identity with a government-issued ID and become a certified Micro1 expert. Once certified, you are matched with projects that fit your verified skills and expertise. A Human Data Manager provides instructions, rubric guidance and support. Payments are processed biweekly in USD via wire transfer or locally available payment methods.
Pros
- Breadth of specialist roles from general annotation to PhD-level frontier work
- Top-end pay reaching £155/hr or more for in-demand specialist domains
- Fully remote with flexible hours, no minimum commitment
- Skill-based AI interview with Zara rewards genuine expertise over volume
- Work with top AI labs and Fortune 500 companies
- Biweekly payment schedule with wire transfer or local payout options
- Dedicated Human Data Manager provides instructions, rubric guidance and support
Cons
- Pay is in USD, not GBP
- Interview and identity verification gate can take time
- Specialist roles require demonstrable domain expertise
- Project availability depends on your verified skill match
Acceptance tips
Prepare thoroughly for the Zara AI interview, it is the main gate and is skill-based. Have concrete examples of your expertise ready. Verify your identity promptly with a government-issued ID to unlock onboarding. Specialists in ML, coding, law, medicine, physics and other technical domains see the highest rates and most consistent volume.
Side-gig income is usually taxable. Up to £1,000/year is tax-free under the trading allowance, see gov.uk. Information, not tax advice.
Live roles on Micro1
- Child and Youth Abuse Trauma Specialist £74–£148/hr
- Generalist £37–£67/hourly
- Mechanical Engineering Expert £59–£96/hr
- AI Facial Data Collection Associate (Siblings)£103–£103/hr
- Shopify Specialist £44–£74/hr
- Machine Learning Engineer £74–£111/hourly
Frequently asked
- How much does Micro1 pay in the UK?
- Our verified range is £12-£155/hr, depending on the role and your expertise. General annotation tasks start around £12-£30/hr, while frontier specialist and PhD-level roles can reach £100-£155/hr or more. Each role lists its pay when you apply.
- Is Micro1 open to UK contributors?
- Yes. Micro1 is fully remote and open to UK-based contributors. Pay is processed biweekly in USD via wire transfer or locally available payment methods based on your location.
- Is the application link affiliate?
- Yes. We work with Micro1 and other AI training companies, and so we can personally recommend the company. We earn commission if you get hired. Don't worry, this commission is paid by the AI training company, it is never taken out of your pay. This is the same rate as if you would apply directly on the site. Click here and support our work at AI Training Jobs UK.
- How does the Micro1 application process work?
- You apply through the Micro1 Opportunities Portal, complete a skill-based interview with Zara (Micro1's AI interviewer), verify your identity with a government-issued ID, and get onboarded as a certified Micro1 expert. Certified experts are typically updated on their application status within 30 days.
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