Independent Consultant/Entrepreneur, Finance, Data & Engineering (Domain Expert)

Pay: $60 - $120/hour

Required Skills
finance and accounting expertise
data analysis
software engineering
technical documentation
spreadsheets (e.g., excel)
business intelligence (bi) platforms
accounting software
programming (e.g., python, r)
code review
scenario and problem set development
error identification and feedback
written communication
verbal communication
client management
process optimization
automation and scripting
emerging ai and automation trends awareness
independent consulting
constructive feedback
quantitative analysis
About micro1
micro1 is a data lab that helps AI labs & Enterprises train foundational models and agents. We provide frontier evaluations and reinforcement learning environments to improve LLM capabilities, as well as contextual evaluations to monitor and improve AI agents in enterprise settings.

Our AI recruiting agent sources and vets domain experts for our data platform that enables rapid production of high-quality training data. Our research spans high-value, specialized domains (legal, medical, finance, coding, etc.), where expert-level data is the hardest to produce and most valuable for advanced model performance. Our pipeline performance system ensures both quality and velocity.

Role Title: Independent Consultant, Finance, Data & Engineering (Domain Expert)

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

micro1 is engaging Independent Consultants, Finance, Data & Engineering (Domain Experts) to participate in a unique project supporting a customer's AI initiatives. 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

Leverage your hands-on experience in finance, data science, analytics, or engineering to review and evaluate real-world tasks, analyses, and deliverables.
Assess AI-generated outputs, such as financial models, data analyses, code, technical documentation, and business reports for accuracy, rigor, and practical value.
Develop authentic scenarios and problem sets inspired by actual client engagements and independent project work.
Identify and articulate gaps, errors, or flawed assumptions in AI system outputs, delivering detailed, constructive feedback to guide improvements.
Share professional insights on the effectiveness and usability of tools commonly utilized in your field — including spreadsheets, BI platforms, accounting software, and programming environments.
Clearly document your findings, rationale, and actionable recommendations to inform the customer’s team and enhance AI system capabilities.
Contribute your expertise to the creation and refinement of AI training datasets, ensuring real-world relevance and technical accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated independent practice as a freelancer, consultant, fractional professional, or business owner.
Established expertise in finance and accounting, data science, analytics, software or systems engineering, or closely related quantitative disciplines.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with emphasis on clarity, thoroughness, and actionable feedback.
Prior experience managing client engagements end-to-end, including scoping, pricing, and delivery.
Relevant credentials such as CPA, CFA, PE, or an advanced degree in a quantitative field.
Exposure to automation, scripting, or process optimization within your domain.
Awareness of emerging trends in AI, digital productivity, or automation technologies.
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