micro1 · Finance & specialist
Generalist for Data Annotation
Listed on micro1 as “Generalist for Data Annotation”
How this rate compares
This listing
$21–$35 per hour
Typical in Finance & specialist
$60–$100 per hour
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Typical: the middle of the lowest and highest rates posted by 345 listings in this category on Seoulstart, in US dollars.
What this actually is
You bring your specialist expertise to AI evaluation. The shape of the work varies but the pattern is the same: review outputs, rate quality, write prompts, flag errors. The platform title (Generalist for Data Annotation) reflects the rate band and the expertise required, not the day-to-day work.
How micro1 picks people
- Apply to the role, then do an interview with micro1's AI recruiter. It takes 20 to 40 minutes.
- Some roles add a short skills test after the interview.
- If you pass, micro1 asks you to finish your profile and verify your ID. You then join its certified pool and can apply to its other open roles.
Before you start
- Plan for 40 minutes in a quiet place.
- Have your CV and two or three examples of your own work in this field ready to talk about.
Not every applicant gets an offer. Prepare well for the interview.
How to prepare for the micro1 interview
Source: micro1's help pages. library.micro1.ai
Can you do this on your visa?
F-2 / F-4 / F-5 / F-6: open. E-1 to E-7: needs concurrent-employment permit. D-2 / D-4 students: S-3 permit, 20 hr/week cap. D-10 / D-8: case by case.
Korean tax on USD income
First 5 years in Korea: foreign-source income only taxed if remitted into Korea. After year 5: worldwide income. Full tax guide.
Original posting from micro1
Role Title: Generalist for Data Annotation
Role Type: Contractor
Location: Remote
micro1 is engaging Generalists for Data Annotation to contribute to a customer’s innovative project. 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. This opportunity centers on image data annotation, requiring both accuracy and attention to detail while collaborating with a distributed project team. Clear and effective written and verbal communication are pivotal to success.
Scope of Work
• Precisely annotate and categorize image data according to detailed project guidelines.
• Review and validate annotations for consistency and quality, identifying and correcting any discrepancies.
• Provide constructive feedback on annotation processes, contributing to continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with project participants and stakeholders to clarify requirements and resolve questions.
• Document annotation methodologies and articulate rationale for labeling decisions.
• Adapt to evolving annotation standards and quickly integrate feedback into your workflow.
• Meet defined project deliverables within established timelines.
Preferred Qualifications
• Demonstrated expertise in data annotation, with a focus on image-based projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective remote collaboration.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, accurate annotations.
• Proficiency in using annotation tools and platforms for image datasets.
• Experience working independently on complex projects and meeting project goals.
• Ability to adapt to new guidelines, tools, or project requirements as needed.
• Background in fields such as computer vision, data analysis, or related domains is a plus.
Quoted from micro1's public listing on 2026-11-13. We don't edit platform copy; honest framing is in the title and the “what this actually is” block above.
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Recruits experts and generalists for AI training projects and lists each role with an hourly range on its own job board. You apply per role, then do a role-specific interview with micro1's AI recruiter.
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